Fishing in Camp County, Texas
Where to fish in Camp County, with maps, lakes and shops.
- 7access points
- 2lakes
- 7.4sq mi of water
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Camp County fishing overview
The Census puts Camp County at 196 square miles of land plus 7.4 square miles of water, in the Pineywoods region.
TPWD surveys these county lakes: Lake Bob Sandlin and Lake O’ the Pines.
TPWD maps 7 public access points in the county: 4 on lakes and 3 on rivers or creeks.
Most of the moving water access is on Big Cypress Creek. Local town guides: Pittsburg.
Land and water area for Camp County: Census Bureau. Access: TPWD, layer dated 2021-08-27.
Reservoirs inside Camp County
Lake Bob Sandlin
9,004 acres.
Ramps and recordsLake O' the Pines
0 acres; excellent for largemouth bass and channel catfish.
Ramps and records
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Where Camp County anglers can reach the water, from the TPWD access layer.
- Lake Bob Sandlin4 access points in Camp County
- Big Cypress Creek3 access points in Camp County
Camp County access list: TPWD public water access layer, checked October 2026.
Tackle shops and marinas in Camp County
- Barefoot Bay Marinamarina, Pittsburg, (903) 856-3643
- Barefoot Bay Marina and RV Resortmarina, Pittsburg, (903) 856-3643
Camp County shops: OpenStreetMap contributors, company store lists and TPWD lake pages, retrieved October 2026.
What surrounds Camp County for anglers
County business runs out of Pittsburg, home to 4,335 people at the 2020 Census.
Anglers in Pittsburg are 6 miles from Lake Bob Sandlin, heading north.
TPWD has survey data for 16 lakes inside a 50 mile radius of the county center.
The species TPWD rates highest around Camp County are largemouth bass (12 lakes), sunfish (10 lakes) and crappie (8 lakes).
For flow data, USGS has 2 stream gauges within 22 miles, measuring Big Cypress River.
State parks on nearby lakes: Atlanta State Park, Caddo Lake State Park, Cooper State Park and Daingerfield State Park.
Count of nearby lakes (50 miles) with a good or excellent TPWD rating, by species, for Camp County.
Record catches near Camp County
| Species | Weight | Lake | From county | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, Smallmouth | 82 lb | Lake Bob Sandlin | 7 miles | 2012 |
| Catfish, Flathead | 80 lb | Lake Fork | 34 miles | 2015 |
| Catfish, Blue | 71.5 lb | Lake Fork | 34 miles | 1995 |
| Carp, Grass | 60 lb | Lake O' the Pines | 32 miles | 2005 |
| Carp, Common | 40.4 lb | Lake Fork | 34 miles | 2013 |
| Buffalo, Bigmouth | 36 lb | Lake Fork | 34 miles | 1997 |
| Drum, Freshwater | 31.8 lb | Lake Cypress Springs | 11 miles | 1995 |
| Catfish, Channel | 25.5 lb | Jim Chapman Lake | 45 miles | 2001 |
| Gar, Longnose | 24.38 lb | Lake Fork | 34 miles | 2009 |
| Bass, Largemouth | 18.18 lb | Lake Fork | 34 miles | 1992 |
All-ages rod and reel lake records from TPWD for lakes within 50 miles of Camp County.
Live river readings for Camp County
Live discharge from USGS within 22 miles of Camp County.
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Big Cypress Ck Nr Pittsburg, Tx | 21 cfs, 4.23 ft gage height | Nov 11 12:15 am |
| Big Cypress Ck At Us Hwy 271 Nr Pittsburg, Tx | 5 cfs, 2.97 ft gage height | Nov 10 11:45 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 11, 2026 12:32 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Where TPWD puts trout in Camp County
| Location | Trout stocked | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburg City Lake (Fair Park City Pond) | 1,500 | 3/2/2026 |
Camp County: TPWD winter trout schedule (2025-2026 season) and Neighborhood Fishin site list.
Alongside Camp County
Lake Monticello
8 miles to the northwest
Lake Welsh
10 miles to the northeast
Lake Cypress Springs
11 miles to the northwest
Lake Gilmer
15 miles to the south
- Titus County17 miles north
- Upshur County17 miles south
- Morris County17 miles northeast
- Franklin County20 miles northwest
Your questions on fishing Camp County
How many TPWD access sites are in Camp County?
The TPWD layer shows 7 public water access points in Camp County.
Are there lakes inside Camp County?
TPWD covers Lake Bob Sandlin and Lake O' the Pines in the county.
Which Camp County lake covers the most acres?
That is Lake Bob Sandlin, covering 9,004 surface acres.
Which streams in Camp County have public access?
Flowing water access counts by stream: Big Cypress Creek (3).
What lake just outside Camp County is closest?
Lake Monticello, roughly 8 miles northwest of mid county.
What bait shops serve Camp County?
This page lists 2 listings in the county, such as Barefoot Bay Marina in Pittsburg.
Can I catch stocked trout in Camp County?
Yes, rainbow trout went into Pittsburg City Lake (Fair Park City Pond) during the 2025-2026 season.
Where is the seat of Camp County?
That is Pittsburg, population 4,335 at the 2020 Census.
How near is a lake to Pittsburg?
Head north about 6 miles from Pittsburg to reach Lake Bob Sandlin.
What should I fish for near Camp County?
The top TPWD ratings within 50 miles go to largemouth bass, sunfish, crappie and catfish.
Which lake near Camp County holds the biggest record?
Nearby, Lake Fork logged a 18.18 pound bass, largemouth in 1992.
How high are rivers near Camp County right now?
The flow table on this page reads 2 USGS gauges, starting with Big Cypress Ck nr Pittsburg, TX.
Where to go after Camp County
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