Fishing in Leon County, Texas
Lakes, river access and bait shops in Leon County.
- 6access points
- 1lakes
- 7.5sq mi of water
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Fishing in Leon County, Texas
Inside the Prairies & Lakes region of Texas, Leon County spans 1,073 square miles of land and 7.5 square miles of water.
Neighboring counties split Lake Limestone with this one.
The county holds 6 public access points mapped by TPWD, with 2 at lakes and 4 on moving water.
River access is mostly on Trinity River and Navasota River.
Sources for Leon County: US Census 2024 Gazetteer and the TPWD public water access layer (2021-08-27).
Lakes inside Leon County
Where to get on the water in Leon County
Every mapped public access point in Leon County; each dot names its water.
- Trinity River3 access points in Leon County
- Navasota River1 access point in Leon County
- Lake Limestone1 access point in Leon County
- Fort Boggy State Park Lake1 access point in Leon County
Leon County access list: TPWD public water access layer, checked October 2026.
Beyond the county line from Leon County
The seat of Leon County is Centerville, population 905 in 2020.
Lake Limestone sits 21 miles west of Centerville, closer than any other TPWD lake.
Within 50 miles of the county center, TPWD surveys 6 lakes.
Across those lakes, TPWD rates catfish (4 lakes), crappie (4 lakes) and largemouth bass (2 lakes) good or excellent most often.
The closest USGS coverage is 2 stream gauges within 22 miles, on Navasota River and Trinity River.
Area lakes host Fort Boggy State Park, Fort Parker, Mission Tejas State Park and Purtis Creek State Park.
Lakes within 50 miles of Leon County that TPWD rates good or excellent for each species.
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| Species | Weight | Lake | From county | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gar, Alligator | 208.5 lb | Richland Chambers Reservoir | 46 miles | 2016 |
| Catfish, Flathead | 80.25 lb | Richland Chambers Reservoir | 46 miles | 2003 |
| Catfish, Blue | 65.8 lb | Richland Chambers Reservoir | 46 miles | 2003 |
| Carp, Grass | 57.32 lb | Richland Chambers Reservoir | 46 miles | 2023 |
| Gar, Longnose | 33 lb | Lake Limestone | 19 miles | 2015 |
| Drum, Freshwater | 22.33 lb | Richland Chambers Reservoir | 46 miles | 2003 |
| Gar, Shortnose | 20.3 lb | Lake Limestone | 19 miles | 2015 |
| Carp, Common | 20 lb | Lake Bryan | 50 miles | 1998 |
| Buffalo, Smallmouth | 18.92 lb | Richland Chambers Reservoir | 46 miles | 2021 |
| Bass, Hybrid Striped | 18.07 lb | Richland Chambers Reservoir | 46 miles | 2003 |
All-ages rod and reel lake records from TPWD for lakes within 50 miles of Leon County.
How much water is moving near Leon County
The nearest USGS stations to Leon County, refreshed each hour.
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Navasota Rv Nr Easterly, Tx | 6 cfs, 2.71 ft gage height | Nov 9 11:00 pm |
| Trinity Rv Nr Crockett, Tx | 716 cfs, 2.07 ft gage height | Nov 9 10:15 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 9, 2026 11:33 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Winter trout releases in Leon County
| Location | Trout stocked | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Boggy State Park | 3,000 | 12/15/2025, 3/8/2026 |
Leon County: TPWD winter trout schedule (2025-2026 season) and Neighborhood Fishin site list.
Tackle stores handy to Centerville
- Teague Tactical Supply & Sporting Goodsbait tackle, Teague, 33 miles northwest
- Mitchell's Drop-Shotbait tackle, Elkhart, 36 miles northeast
- Ouzo Baitsbait tackle, Palestine, 37 miles northeast
- Running Branch Marinamarina, Kosse, 39 miles west
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Palestinesporting goods, Palestine, 39 miles northeast
Shops within 40 miles of Centerville: OpenStreetMap contributors and store lists, October 2026.
Lakes and counties near Leon County
Houston County Lake
about 24 miles east from the center
Fort Parker State Park Lake
about 37 miles northwest from the center
Lake Mexia
about 42 miles northwest from the center
Richland Chambers Reservoir
about 46 miles north from the center
- Madison County23 miles south
- Freestone County29 miles north
- Houston County34 miles east
- Robertson County36 miles southwest
Asked often about Leon County
What is the public access count in Leon County?
You will find 6 public water access points in Leon County on the TPWD layer.
Which TPWD lakes lie in Leon County?
Lakes with TPWD fisheries data in the county: Lake Limestone.
What is the largest reservoir in Leon County?
Lake Limestone, at 12,553 surface acres.
Is there river access in Leon County?
River and creek access in the county: Trinity River (3) and Navasota River (1).
If I leave Leon County, what lake is nearest?
Houston County Lake lies about 24 miles east from the middle of the county.
Are trout released in Leon County?
TPWD trout stockings reached Fort Boggy State Park in the 2025-2026 season.
Which town runs Leon County?
Centerville, with 905 residents in 2020.
Which lake can I reach fastest from Centerville?
Lake Limestone, roughly 21 miles west of Centerville.
Which species do well around Leon County?
Within 50 miles, TPWD ratings run best for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass and sunfish.
What is the heaviest fish logged near Leon County?
Richland Chambers Reservoir has a 18.07 pound bass, hybrid striped on its record list, set in 2003.
Is there live river data for Leon County?
Live readings come from 2 USGS gauges, the first being Navasota Rv nr Easterly, TX.
Where is the nearest bait shop to Centerville?
Teague Tactical Supply & Sporting Goods in Teague, about 33 miles away.
Next stops after Leon County
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