Fishing in Harrison County, Texas
Public access points, lakes, rivers and shops across Harrison County.
- 17access points
- 2lakes
- 15.7sq mi of water
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Fishing at a glance in Harrison County
Harrison County has 900 square miles of land and 15.7 square miles of surface water in the TPWD Pineywoods region.
Lakes with a TPWD fisheries page here: Caddo Lake and Brandy Branch Reservoir.
The TPWD public access layer shows 17 public access points here: 9 on lakes, 8 on rivers and creeks.
Anglers who want current will find most access on Little Cypress Creek, 8 Mile Creek and Big Cypress Creek. For a town view, see Karnack, Marshall and Uncertain.
Land and water area for Harrison County: Census Bureau. Access: TPWD, layer dated 2021-08-27.
Lakes you can fish in Harrison County
Caddo Lake
26,800 acres; excellent for largemouth bass and crappie.
Ramps and recordsBrandy Branch Reservoir
1,242 acres.
Ramps and records
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TPWD access points across Harrison County, and each dot names its water body.
- Caddo Lake8 access points in Harrison County
- Little Cypress Creek5 access points in Harrison County
- 8 Mile Creek2 access points in Harrison County
- Big Cypress Creek1 access point in Harrison County
- Caddo lake1 access point in Harrison County
Harrison County access list: TPWD public water access layer, checked October 2026.
Bait and tackle stores in Harrison County
- 3F Bait Cobait tackle, Karnack, (903) 679-4447
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Marshallsporting goods, Marshall, (903) 757-1300
- Spatterdock Guest Housesmarina, Karnack, (903) 789-3268
Harrison County shops: OpenStreetMap contributors, company store lists and TPWD lake pages, retrieved October 2026.
Lakes a short drive from Harrison County
Marshall is the county seat, with 23,392 residents in the 2020 Census.
Drive 11 miles southwest from Marshall to reach Brandy Branch Reservoir, the closest surveyed lake.
10 lakes with TPWD survey data lie within 50 miles of the county center.
TPWD survey ratings around Harrison County favor largemouth bass (9 lakes), sunfish (7 lakes) and crappie (6 lakes).
USGS reports flow from 4 stream gauges within 22 miles, on Big Cypress River and Sabine River.
For a state park trip, look at Atlanta State Park, Caddo Lake State Park, Daingerfield State Park and Lake Bob Sandlin State Park.
Lakes within 50 miles of Harrison County that TPWD rates good or excellent for each species.
Biggest fish caught near Harrison County
| Species | Weight | Lake | From county | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, Smallmouth | 76.58 lb | Lake O' the Pines | 16 miles | 2026 |
| Catfish, Flathead | 76 lb | Lake Murvaul | 36 miles | 1979 |
| Carp, Grass | 60 lb | Lake O' the Pines | 16 miles | 2005 |
| Catfish, Blue | 57.71 lb | Martin Creek Lake | 22 miles | 2023 |
| Carp, Common | 27.04 lb | Lake O' the Pines | 16 miles | 1996 |
| Bass, Largemouth | 16.17 lb | Caddo Lake | 22 miles | 2010 |
| Bowfin | 12.14 lb | Lake Gilmer | 38 miles | 2009 |
| Drum, Freshwater | 11.3 lb | Caddo Lake | 22 miles | 2018 |
| Catfish, Channel | 10.74 lb | Lake O' the Pines | 16 miles | 1998 |
| Bass, Hybrid Striped | 9.99 lb | Lake O' the Pines | 16 miles | 2002 |
All-ages rod and reel lake records from TPWD for lakes within 50 miles of Harrison County.
Stream gauges around Harrison County
Flow in cubic feet per second at gauges near Harrison County.
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Sabine Rv Nr Beckville, Tx | 171 cfs, 6.94 ft gage height | Nov 10 11:45 pm |
| Big Cypress Ck Abv Sh 43 Nr Karnack, Tx | 9 cfs, 3.37 ft gage height | Nov 10 11:45 pm |
| Big Cypress Bayou Nr Jefferson, Tx | 18 cfs, 3.32 ft gage height | Nov 10 11:30 pm |
| Sabine Rv Bl Longview, Tx | 138 cfs, 2.90 ft gage height | Nov 11 12:00 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 11, 2026 12:32 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Stocked trout ponds in Harrison County
| Location | Trout stocked | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Arena Park Pond | 2,000 | 12/16/2025, 2/9/2026 |
Harrison County: TPWD winter trout schedule (2025-2026 season) and Neighborhood Fishin site list.
Bordering water and counties, Harrison County
Lake O' the Pines
16 miles northwest of the county midpoint
Martin Creek Lake
22 miles southwest of the county midpoint
Lone Star Lake
33 miles northwest of the county midpoint
Gladewater City Lake
34 miles west of the county midpoint
- Marion County17 miles north
- Gregg County26 miles west
- Panola County27 miles south
- Upshur County35 miles west
What to know before fishing Harrison County
How many places can the public fish in Harrison County?
The TPWD layer shows 17 public water access points in Harrison County.
What reservoirs does Harrison County have?
TPWD covers Caddo Lake and Brandy Branch Reservoir in the county.
Which lake in Harrison County is the biggest?
That is Caddo Lake, covering 26,800 surface acres.
What rivers can I reach in Harrison County?
Flowing water access counts by stream: Little Cypress Creek (5), 8 Mile Creek (2) and Big Cypress Creek (1).
Which outside lake is closest to Harrison County?
Lake O' the Pines, roughly 16 miles northwest of mid county.
Which stores in Harrison County sell bait?
This page lists 3 listings in the county, such as Academy Sports + Outdoors Marshall in Marshall.
Is trout stocked in Harrison County?
Yes, rainbow trout went into Arena Park Pond during the 2025-2026 season.
What city is the Harrison County seat?
That is Marshall, population 23,392 at the 2020 Census.
How long a drive is it from Marshall to a lake?
Head southwest about 11 miles from Marshall to reach Brandy Branch Reservoir.
What bites in lakes near Harrison County?
The top TPWD ratings within 50 miles go to largemouth bass, sunfish, crappie and catfish.
What record fish have come from near Harrison County?
Nearby, Caddo Lake logged a 16.17 pound bass, largemouth in 2010.
Where are stream gauges near Harrison County?
The flow table on this page reads 4 USGS gauges, starting with Sabine Rv nr Beckville, TX.
Other places to fish near Harrison County
Pick a lake close to Harrison County, or browse the county list.