Fishing is an integral part of most Texans' lives, and most of us have been doing it since we were young'ns. Now that summer is in full swing, it's the perfect time to head out on the water and try to catch yourself a nice supper. Texas has countless places for excellent fishing, but we have come up with 10 of what we consider to be the top fishing spots in the state of Texas.
1) Rollover Pass
People come from all over the U.S., and maybe even the world, to fish at this renowned spot on the Bolivar Peninsula. Tons of fish swim through this man-made strait that connects the Gulf of Mexico with East Bay, which makes for wonderful opportunities to catch a great fish.
2) Lake Livingston
Lake Livingston, located in the piney woods of East Texas, is actually one of the largest lakes in Texas and a notable white bass and catfish fishery. Though less abundant, you might also catch largemouth mass, crappie, striped bass, and bluegill.
3) Toledo Bend
Arguably the best place for bass fishing in Texas, the Toledo Bend is fed by the Sabine River and many small creeks on the Texas and Louisiana side of the lake.
4) Lake Sam Rayburn
Another great place for white bass and catfish fishing, as well as crappie and largemouth bass. This has been a top fishing spot for Texans for years, and for good reason. It's fed by the Angelina River, as well as a number of creeks and bayous, making it a fisherman's paradise.
5) Caddo Lake
Located on Big Cypress Bayou northeast of Marshall, you will find a variety of fish here, including largemouth bass, crappie, chain pickerel, white & yellow bass, sunfish, and catfish.
6) Choke Canyon Reservoir
Located on the Frio River, this is a very popular spot for fishing. Largemouth and white bass, bluegill & redear sunfish, blue, channel & flathead catfish, alligator gar, and crappie occupy the lake.
7) Port Mansfield in Laguna Madre
This a great spot for speckled trout fishing; some anglers catch fish there ranging from 7-10 pounds.
8) Devil's River
Though a bit challenging to navigate, this is a wonderful place to go kayak fishing. You will find healthy populations of largemouth and smallmouth bass, as well as catfish.
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9) Lake Texoma
This 89,000-acre reservoir is well-known for its abundance of blue and channel catfish, as well as a variety of bass.
10) Lake Tawakoni
Located 28 miles southeast of Dallas, this is a premier fishing destination for blue, channel, & flathead catfish, as well as striped, white, & largemouth bass.
What is your favorite fishing spot in Texas? Share with us in the comments!
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