Back to map

Wright Patman Lake

Texas
119.41 km²
33.2785, -94.2697
11 species
NHD 126999139
Open interactive map →
Imagery © Esri
View on map Google Maps Apple Maps

Find a fishing partner near Wright Patman Lake

Match with other anglers nearby, share the boat, learn from each other and become better fishermen together — free to join.

Open Fishing BuddyExplore the fishing map

About Wright Patman Lake

Wright Patman Lake is a natural lake or pond in Texas, United States. It covers approximately 119.41 km² (29506 acres). The lake centroid is located at 33.2785° N, 94.2697° W. 11 fish species are commonly found in waters like this one, including 1 introduced species. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
October – April
Cooler months fish best in the south
Natural lake
Very large
Big-water tactics apply
Species diversity
Diverse
11 species in this region
Access
Public waterbody
Check Texas fishing regulations

Weather at Wright Patman Lake

Loading forecast…

Best fishing times today

Day length: 11h 41m
Dawn11:51
Sunrise12:15
Sunset23:56
Dusk00:21

Bite windows today

  • Dawn11:21 – 13:15Excellent
  • Morning13:15 – 18:06Good
  • Midday18:06 – 20:56Calm
  • Afternoon20:56 – 22:56Good
  • Dusk22:56 – 00:51Excellent
  • Night00:51 – 11:21Good
Moon: 14% · waning↑ 09:13

Fish species

Species data comes from GBIF and is refreshed by donors.Support this →

Showing 11 of 11 species

Plan your trip to Wright Patman Lake

Everything you need before you launch — license, regulations, and current water conditions.

Buy Texas fishing license
Texas Parks & Wildlife
Water conditions & levels
USGS gauge data near Wright Patman Lake
Browse more fishing tips from the community

Plan a fishing day trip

How far are you willing to drive? We'll show other Texas lakes within your range.

50 mi

Nearby lakes

See all fishing lakes in Texas →
Sponsor this lake

For $5/month you help keep species, boundaries and coordinates fresh for 35 000+ lakes. FishMap is independent and community-funded.

Become a supporter →

A business wanting to appear here? Advertise & partner →

Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Wright Patman Lake?

Species you can expect in or near Wright Patman Lake include Striped Bass, Crappie, Blue Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Bluegill / Sunfish, and others. The list is based on species present in Texas waters and GBIF occurrence records.

How big is Wright Patman Lake?

Wright Patman Lake covers approximately 119.41 square kilometres (29506 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Wright Patman Lake located?

Wright Patman Lake is located in Texas, United States, with its centroid at 33.2785°, -94.2697°.

Bass Pro Shops gift card

Bass Pro Shops gift card — October deal

Ad

A digital gift card delivered by email, redeemable at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's in the US — in store and online. Great for fall fishing gear or as a gift for an angler. October only.

$50$100$250

Photography and fishing go hand in hand

Ad
10% off Retropia

A good catch photo turns a session into a memory. The soft, grainy disposable-camera look — captured optically with Retropia's lens — gives an ordinary fish picture real character. Get 10% off through the link in our photo guide, no code needed.

Read the photo guide

Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF