Flathead Catfish

If you're hunting for trophy-sized flathead catfish, Lake Texoma near Denison, Texas, is the place to be. Texoma's abundant shad population provides a rich food source, allowing these whiskered giants to reach impressive sizes. The best time to target flatheads here is during the warmer months, from late spring through early fall, when they're most active. Focus your efforts around submerged timber, rocky ledges, and deep holes, especially near the Red River channel. Live bait, such as sunfish or bullheads, is the key to enticing these predators. A helpful tip: Obtain a lake map and look for submerged roadbeds and old home foundations; these areas often hold big flatheads. Be prepared for a battle; these Texoma flatheads are strong!