Fishing in Haskell County, Texas
Where to fish in Haskell County, with maps, lakes and shops.
- 6access points
- 1lakes
- 7.1sq mi of water
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Haskell County fishing overview
The Census puts Haskell County at 903 square miles of land plus 7.1 square miles of water, in the Panhandle Plains region.
TPWD surveys these county lakes: Stamford Reservoir.
TPWD maps 6 public access points in the county: 5 on lakes and 1 on rivers or creeks.
Most of the moving water access is on Double Mountain Fork of the Brazos River.
Haskell County area from the Census 2024 Gazetteer; access points from the TPWD layer edited 2021-08-27.
Reservoirs inside Haskell County
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Where Haskell County anglers can reach the water, from the TPWD access layer.
- Lake Stamford5 access points in Haskell County
- Double Mountain Fork of the Brazos River1 access point in Haskell County
Haskell County access list: TPWD public water access layer, checked October 2026.
What surrounds Haskell County for anglers
County business runs out of Haskell, home to 3,089 people at the 2020 Census.
Anglers in Haskell are 12 miles from Stamford Reservoir, heading southeast.
TPWD has survey data for 3 lakes inside a 50 mile radius of the county center.
The species TPWD rates highest around Haskell County are largemouth bass (3 lakes), crappie (3 lakes) and catfish (2 lakes).
For flow data, USGS has 3 stream gauges within 50 miles, measuring Clear Fk Brazos River.
State parks on nearby lakes: Abilene State Park.
Lakes within 50 miles of Haskell County that TPWD rates good or excellent for each species.
Record catches near Haskell County
| Species | Weight | Lake | From county | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catfish, Blue | 65.1 lb | Millers Creek Reservoir | 27 miles | 2023 |
| Catfish, Flathead | 61.25 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 2011 |
| Carp, Grass | 33.78 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 2015 |
| Gar, Longnose | 25.86 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 2017 |
| Drum, Freshwater | 20.7 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 1997 |
| Buffalo, Smallmouth | 19.5 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 2002 |
| Bass, Hybrid Striped | 16.74 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 2016 |
| Carp, Common | 16.62 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 2020 |
| Bass, Largemouth | 14.35 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 2026 |
| Gar, Spotted | 11.18 lb | Fort Phantom Hill Lake | 39 miles | 2020 |
All-ages rod and reel lake records from TPWD for lakes within 50 miles of Haskell County.
Live river readings for Haskell County
Live discharge from USGS within 50 miles of Haskell County.
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Fk Brazos Rv At Lueders, Tx | 13 cfs, 4.79 ft gage height | Nov 9 10:30 pm |
| Clear Fk Brazos Rv At Nugent, Tx | 1 cfs, 1.51 ft gage height | Nov 9 10:45 pm |
| Clear Fk Brazos Rv At Ft Griffin, Tx | 9 cfs, 5.69 ft gage height | Nov 9 11:00 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 9, 2026 11:33 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Where TPWD puts trout in Haskell County
| Location | Trout stocked | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Haskell City Park – CFL | 276 | 2/16/2026 |
Haskell County: TPWD winter trout schedule (2025-2026 season) and Neighborhood Fishin site list.
Closest tackle stores to Haskell
- Big Country Bait & Grocerybait tackle, Abilene, 38 miles south
Shops within 40 miles of Haskell: OpenStreetMap contributors and store lists, October 2026.
Alongside Haskell County
Millers Creek Reservoir
27 miles to the northeast
Fort Phantom Hill Lake
39 miles to the south
Hubbard Creek Reservoir
51 miles to the southeast
Lake Kemp
52 miles to the northeast
- Knox County30 miles north
- Stonewall County30 miles west
- Throckmorton County30 miles east
- Jones County31 miles south
Your questions on fishing Haskell County
How many TPWD access sites are in Haskell County?
TPWD counts 6 public water access points in Haskell County.
Are there lakes inside Haskell County?
You can fish Stamford Reservoir without leaving the county.
Which Haskell County lake covers the most acres?
Stamford Reservoir, about 5,124 acres of surface water.
Which streams in Haskell County have public access?
TPWD access points on moving water here: Double Mountain Fork of the Brazos River (1).
What lake just outside Haskell County is closest?
Try Millers Creek Reservoir, some 27 miles northeast of the county center.
Can I catch stocked trout in Haskell County?
Rainbow trout were released at Haskell City Park – CFL for the 2025-2026 season.
Where is the seat of Haskell County?
Haskell, with a 2020 population of 3,089.
How near is a lake to Haskell?
Stamford Reservoir is about 12 miles southeast of Haskell.
What should I fish for near Haskell County?
Lakes within 50 miles are rated good or excellent most often for largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and blue & channel catfish.
Which lake near Haskell County holds the biggest record?
Among nearby lake records, Fort Phantom Hill Lake holds a 16.74 pound bass, hybrid striped from 2016.
How high are rivers near Haskell County right now?
See the flow table here for 3 USGS gauges, led by Clear Fk Brazos Rv at Lueders, TX.
Where can I buy bait near Haskell?
Look at Big Country Bait & Grocery in Abilene, some 38 miles away.
Where to go after Haskell County
Compare Haskell County with its neighbors, or jump to a lake.