Lake Buchanan is currently offering excellent fishing conditions, particularly for those targeting striped bass, white bass, and largemouth bass. The ongoing shad spawn has led to increased activity among predatory fish, making it an ideal time for swimbait fishing.  
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🎯 Top Swimbaits for Lake Buchanan
• 4–6” Soft Body Swimbaits: Effective for mimicking shad, especially in white, pearl, or natural baitfish colors. Ideal for targeting striped bass and white bass near main lake points and humps. 
• Paddle Tail Swimbaits: Versatile options like Keitech or Zoom Swimmin’ Super Fluke are productive when retrieved steadily through schooling fish.
• Topwater Swimbaits: During early morning or late evening, use lures like Zara Spooks or Whopper Ploppers to capitalize on surface feeding activity. 
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📍 Prime Fishing Locations
• Main Lake Points and Humps: Striped bass are actively feeding in 25–50 feet of water near these structures. 
• Dam Area: Known for deep waters and rocky structures, this area is productive for striped bass, especially during water releases. 
• East Side (Highland Reservoir Features): Rocky banks and ledges are ideal for largemouth bass, particularly when using swimbaits and crankbaits. 
• West Side (Lowland Reservoir Features): Shallow coves with flooded brush are excellent for targeting bass with swimbaits and spinnerbaits. 
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⚠️ Current Conditions & Safety Tips
• Water Clarity: The north to mid-lake areas are extremely muddy, while the south end remains stained. 
• Debris: Be cautious of floating debris and submerged trees, especially with rising water levels. 
• Boating Safety: Exercise caution while navigating, as many submerged trees are just below the surface. 
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🐟 Fishing Report Highlights
• Striped Bass: Excellent catches reported using live shad in 25–50 feet of water. 
• White Bass: Biting well on live bait, jigging spoons, and topwater lures during early hours. 
• Largemouth Bass: Good activity observed when working rocks from the bank to 15 feet using swimbaits and crankbaits. 
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