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Fishing at Joe Pool Lake

Joe Pool Lake fishing includes largemouth black bass, crappie,and catfish. There are several ways to fish at Joe Pool Lake. Anglers can fish from the bank, at both Marinas in floating fishing platforms, in the parks from man-made fishing jetties, or by boat.

There are several fish attractors out in the main body of the lake. These areas are generally man-made brush piles, and they are marked by bouys marked Fish Attractors. These areas are well know for catching crappie.

Many anglers enjoy fishing from the discharge channel of the Outlet Works. This area is located off Camp Wisdom Road below the dam, however, there is not a parking area for public use, and parking below the dam is a safety hazard and prohibited. Anglers land many crappie and catfish from the discharge channel and this area is a main attraction when water is being released after a heavy rainfall event. Fishing platforms are offered along the discharge tube. Caution must be exercised if you are fishing from the bank as this area becomes turbulent with gate changes. Pay attention at all times and listen for the siren which sounds before each gate change.

For more information about fishing, species, and limits, visit the Texas Parks and Wildlife website .

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