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Fishing Ponds in Texas

Sam Rayburn and Lake Fork bass, Galveston redfish, and Falcon Lake. 116 venues listed across Nueces County, Travis County, Harris County, with strong stocks of catfish, trout.

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With facilities info
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Fishing in Texas: FAQ

Texas has 116 fishing venues in our directory, concentrated in Nueces County, Travis County, Harris County. The most commonly stocked species across the state are catfish, trout. Browse the full list below or jump to a venue using the A–Z navigation.

Bass records aren't widely confirmed for Texas venues in our database. Many waters hold bass without listing it explicitly — open the GilledIt app to see recent bass catches logged in this state.

Yes — anglers fishing in Texas need a valid state fishing license, even on private waters. Licenses are issued by the Texas Department of Fish & Wildlife (or equivalent state agency); some states require a separate freshwater/saltwater stamp or a trout permit. Resident, non-resident, and short-term licenses are usually available online from the state agency. Check the state F&W website for current pricing and exemptions.

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