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Fish Species at Houston County Lake
Largemouth Bass
Good
Spotted Bass
Good
White Crappie
Fair
White Bass
Poor
Sunfish
Excellent
Redear Sunfish
Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Houston County Lake Fishing Guide
Angling Opportunities
Houston County Lake has the potential to produce large trophy largemouth bass as well as large redear sunfish. The lake also has a substantial population of spotted bass.
Cover & Structure
The lake has abundant standing timber in the upper end. Some native emergent and submergent vegetation is also present. In 2018, TPWD staff added fish habitat structures to this reservoir.
Tips & Tactics
Largemouth bass fishing at Houston County Lake peaks during spring pre-spawn when fish move to shallow flats and points — work Texas-rigged soft plastics, lipless crankbaits, and spinnerbaits for best results. Target crappie around any available timber or brush piles with small jigs or live minnows — late winter and early spring are prime when fish move shallow to spawn. White bass form aggressive surface-feeding schools in fall chasing shad into shallow coves — silver spoons, small white grubs, and inline spinners all produce when fish are busting the surface.
Fishing Regulations
Houston County Lake has special regulations on some fishes. Check current TPWD regulations before your trip.
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Water Level History
| Date | Elevation | 24hr Change | % Full | Inflow | Outflow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22 | 42.44 ft | -- | --% | -- | -- |
| Jul 21 | 260.19 ft | -- | 100.0% | -- | -- |
Data source: US Army Corps of Engineers
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Region: Pineywoods
USGS Site: 08072000
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