All Fishing Articles

April 2023 issue

Best Texas Lakes for Big Bass

A look at tournament data offers a guide to choosing the right bass fishing spot at the right time.

Story by Andy Li
April 2023 issue

Find Beauty In The Details of Lake Corpus Christi’s Catfish Point Trail

The rambling Catfish Point Trail showcases the Tamaulipan Thornscrub ecosystem.

Story by Josie Gunter
March 2023 issue

Leased River Access Sites Open Opportunities to Fish and Paddle

TPWD works with landowners to offer access along the Colorado, Brazos and more.

Story by Kirk McDonnell
March 2023 issue

Best Months for Catching Big Bass Revealed

Tournament data show that fishing gets better as spring approaches.

Story by Andy Li
January/February 2023 issue

ShareLunker Season Begins in Wake of Record-Setting 2022

The 2023 season gets under way Jan. 1, 2023.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
January/February 2023 issue

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens to Undergo Renovation

Schoolchildren marvel at the schools of fish in the indoor and outdoor aquariums.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
January/February 2023 issue

Texas Oyster Season Opens With Multiple Bay Closures

Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission voted to permanently close three bays to oyster harvesting.

Story and photos by Texas Parks and Wildlife
December 2022 issue

Rainbow Trout Fishing: A Texas Winter Tradition

TPWD stocks the fish from November to March in Texas streams and lakes.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
December 2022 issue

City of Hidalgo, TPWD Team Up to Expand Fishing

Projects improve fish habitat and fishing access at the Old Hidalgo Pumphouse Channel.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
November 2022 issue

Jetties Attract Game Fish on the Texas Coast

Surfside Jetty County Park is a favorite spot.

Story by Louie Bond
November 2022 issue

Hunting Accidents Hit All-Time Low in Texas

The drop is likely due in part to Hunter Education courses, which became mandatory in 1988.

Story by TPWD Staff
October 2022 issue

Art Contest Celebrates Fish and Fishing

Students complete for scholarships with creative fish depictions.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
August/September 2022 issue

Texas Lady Anglers Has an Event for Every Level of Experience

The group helps women overcome common obstacles and find community in the sport.

Story by Melissa Gaskill
July 2022 issue

Port O’Connor Comes Alive With Big Redfish And Bayou Birds

Paddle, fish and birdwatch to your heart's content at this Gulf Coast town.

Story by Abe Moore
July 2022 issue

Surprisingly Red

Tasty red snapper hide their vivid color underwater.

Story by Russell Roe
June 2022 issue

Lighted Pier Enables Night Angling at Purtis Creek State Park

Catfish and crappie are plentiful — take them home for a tasty meal.

Story by Kirk McDonnell
June 2022 issue

June 4 Is Free Fishing Day

Give angling a whirl or jump back in.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
May 2022 issue

Spring White Bass Run Is a Texas Fishing Tradition

Each year, Texas anglers gather and fish 'til their arms ache.

Story by Kirk McDonnell
April 2022 issue

In Microfishing, It’s All about Variety, Not Size

Tiny trophies of all kinds are the pursuit of microfishers.

Story by Adam Comer
April 2022 issue

Fin Addict Anglers Foundation Takes San Antonio Kids Out Fishing

Founder Oscar Castillo is on a mission to inspire a new generation of anglers.

Story by Louie Bond