The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Martin Lake
Rusk County, Texas · about 4,210 acres (6.6 sq mi)
71°F water, level steady, calm this morning.
About Martin Lake
In Rusk County, Texas, Martin Lake covers about 4,210 acres.
From end to end it runs about 5.4 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 29 miles. The water sits about 300 ft above sea level. Tatum is about 3.4 miles northeast. The closest city is Longview, about 18 miles away.
- Size
- About 4,210 acres (6.6 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 29 miles
- End to end
- About 5.4 miles
- Elevation
- About 300 ft
- County
- Rusk County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise
- 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Texas mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 71°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Active early and late. Head to shade, docks and grass in midday.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
Steady over 7 days.
Latest reading .
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:45 am · sunset 5:18 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Martin Lake
- Tatumabout 3.4 mi northeast
- Hendersonabout 12 mi southwest
- Carthageabout 13 mi southeast
- Hallsvilleabout 15 mi north
- Longviewnearest city, about 18 mi northwest
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Questions about Martin Lake
What fish are in Martin Lake?
Lakes like Martin Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Martin Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Martin Lake?
About 4,210 acres, with about 29 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Martin Lake?
Tatum is about 3.4 miles northeast; Henderson is about 12 miles southwest.
What is the water temperature at Martin Lake today?
The surface was about 71°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Martin Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
