Lake Texoma Fishing Regulations

Before you cast your first line on Lake Texoma, make sure you’re fishing legally. Lake Texoma straddles the Oklahoma-Texas border, creating a unique situation where different regulations can apply depending on where you’re fishing. Our regulation guides break down everything you need to know to stay compliant and avoid costly fines.

Learn the differences between Oklahoma and Texas fishing licenses, which states honor reciprocal licenses on Lake Texoma, and where you can purchase your license both online and in person. We cover current size and bag limits for striper, bass, crappie, and other species, plus special regulations around the Denison Dam tailrace. Understanding these rules isn’t just about avoiding tickets – it’s about conservation and ensuring Lake Texoma remains a world-class fishery for generations.

Our regulation guides also answer common questions like whether kids need fishing licenses, what the rules are for tournaments, and how to handle fish caught from a boat that crosses state lines. We keep these articles updated with the latest regulations, so you always have current, accurate information.