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Fishing in Dallas

You may not associate Dallas with fishing, but that’s where you’d be wrong- with nearly 60 lakes and reservoirs in Dallas-Fort Worth, there are plenty of opportunities to catch your dream freshwater fish. Welcome to urban fishing!

Visit Lake Texoma, one of the largest manmade lakes in the country, to catch Striped Bass. These Stripers have a self-sustaining population, and the fishing is excellent. You can also expect to find Blue and Channel Catfish, White Bass, Largemouth Bass, and Crappie. Other popular lakes in the area include Grapevine Lake, Lake Fork, and White Rock Lake.

Many trips in the area offer specialized Bass fishing excursions- don’t forget your fishing license, required on all recreational trips. Since its waters are actually in Oklahoma, note that Lake Texoma requires its own specialized license. You can also find some great opportunities to try your hand at night bow fishing, an exciting sport that’s sure to leave you with memories to last a lifetime!

You can fish all year long in Dallas and Fort Worth, as well as enjoy the local culture. Dallas has a museum-filled Arts District, as well as the urban waterfront Klyde Warren Park. Cycling and hiking the trails near the many lakes is also a great way to pass the time. In Fort Worth, enjoy western-inspired culture by visiting the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame, or take in some nature at the botanic gardens. Get fishing in Texas today!

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What types of fishing are on Dallas?

Since Dallas is not near any oceans, the fishing is entirely freshwater lake trips. White Rock Lake is popular for many reasons, one of them being the giant Largemouth Bass and Crappie! Lake Fork is a bit further out into nature and is known as one of the best fisheries on the planet to reel in Largemouth Bass. You can’t forget Lake Texoma, with plenty of opportunities for many types of Bass, Catfish, Crappie, and Alligator Gar. Whether you’re fishing by boat or shoreline on one of the many piers in the area, you’re guaranteed to reel in some Texas-sized catches.

What are the top fish species caught on Dallas?

Many types of Bass can be found in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with popular Stripers and Largemouth Bass alongside White Bass and Sand Bass. Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, and Crappie are all common fish within the area- you may even see some Flounder and Stingray on your trip! Giant Alligator Gar, Carp, and Black Buffalo can all be found in the mix, especially during a bow fishing trip.

What is the best time of year to fish on Dallas?

One of the best parts about Texas is that you can catch fish in any season. You have the best chance to catch Striped Bass in the springtime, but they are consistent year-round. Catfish and Alligator Gar are best in the spring and winter, and Crappie are excellent in the winter. Large and Smallmouth Bass are in abundance in the Spring, and the fishing is good throughout the summer as well.

What else is there to do on Dallas?

It’s not often that you can experience first-rate fishing and populous business hubs in one go, so take advantage while you can in Dallas-Fort Worth! There are over a dozen districts and neighborhoods in Dallas, ensuring there is something for everyone on your trip. If you’re looking for an excellent destination for family fun, Dallas has kid-friendly attractions like the Dallas Zoo and the Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Trying Tex-Mex is a must, and there are plenty of quality restaurants to try after a thrilling day of fishing. Texas lakeside fishing is waiting for you no matter how you wish to experience it!