Cedar Creek Reservoir Fishing
The level today, plus ramps, records and limits on 32,623 acres in Henderson County.
- 32,623acres
- 53 ftmax depth
- 6boat ramps
- 14.65 lbrecord bass
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Cedar Creek Reservoir by the numbers
Cedar Creek Reservoir covers 32,623 acres with a maximum depth of 53 feet, has held water since 1965 and sits in the TPWD Prairies & Lakes region, in Henderson County. Location: 15 miles west of Athens in the area between US 175 and Texas 274.
For catfish and white & hybrid striped bass, the TPWD rating here is excellent, while largemouth bass and crappie come in as good.
In 1993 an angler set the lake bass mark at 14.65 pounds.
Clarity tends to be moderately clear at lower end to muddy in the upper end; the lake carries native emergent, submergent and floating, light in coves and creek arms in lower end of the lake; level changes are listed as 4 feet.
Controlling authority: Tarrant Regional Water District (903) 432-2814. Cedar Creek Reservoir facts from the TPWD lake page, checked October 2026.
The live gauge for Cedar Creek Reservoir
Hourly Cedar Creek Reservoir stage from TWDB, measured from full pool.
Texas Water Development Board, Water Data for Texas, reading dated 2026-10-10. Retrieved Oct 10, 2026 6:36 am ET. 30 day chart on TWDB.
USGS has no current reading for these gauges.
How Cedar Creek Reservoir rates for each fish
Survey based ratings for Cedar Creek Reservoir from TPWD biologists.
Bars: 4 excellent, 3 good, 2 fair, 1 poor.
TPWD lists the main species here as Largemouth bass, Blue, channel & flathead catfish, White & hybrid striped bass, Crappie.
Cedar Creek Reservoir lake records
The biggest fish TPWD has on file for Cedar Creek Reservoir.
| Species | Weight (lb) | Length (in) | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alligator gar | 122.3 | 76.63 | 2005-04-09 |
| Blue catfish | 66.1 | 2024-07-17 | |
| Flathead catfish | 64.75 | 48 | 2009-03-20 |
| Smallmouth buffalo | 40.12 | 35.25 | 2015-03-10 |
| Common carp | 25 | 35.5 | 2011-11-23 |
| Striped bass | 18.56 | 32.5 | 1975-02-28 |
| Freshwater drum | 16.6 | 30.75 | 2009-03-08 |
| Channel catfish | 15.11 | 32.5 | 2020-09-27 |
| Largemouth bass | 14.65 | 25.25 | 1993-03-28 |
| Hybrid striped bass | 13.19 | 28 | 1999-05-11 |
| Bowfin | 11.04 | 30.25 | 2011-12-17 |
| White x yellow bass | 4.34 | 18.25 | 2019-12-26 |
Cedar Creek Reservoir records: TPWD water body records, list updated October 8, 2026. Retrieved October 2026.
Public access points on Cedar Creek Reservoir
TPWD records 6 access points on the lake, where 6 offer a boat ramp and 2 a marina.
A: Chamber Island Ramp
Two lane ramp; no fee; ADA Accessible, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas.
Ramp detailsB: Sandy Shores Marina
One lane ramp; marina; fee charged; restrooms, cleaning stations, parking, courtesy docks, weigh stations. (903) 887-0535
Ramp detailsC: Lone Star Marina
Boat ramp; marina; fee charged; restrooms, parking, courtesy docks, boat gas. (903) 432-2268
Ramp detailsD: Log Cabin
Four lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, parking, picnic areas, camping. (903) 489-2195
Ramp detailsE: County Public Ramp
Two lane ramp; no fee; parking, courtesy docks.
Ramp detailsF: Fisherman's Wharf
Boat ramp; fee charged; restrooms, cleaning stations, live bait, parking, courtesy docks. (903) 489-0710
Ramp detailsMap: 13 TPWD access points. Ramp facts: TPWD Cedar Creek Reservoir page, October 2026. Low water can close ramps.
Bag and length limits for Cedar Creek Reservoir
The statewide freshwater limits listed below cover Cedar Creek Reservoir.
| Species | Daily bag | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Largemouth bass | 5 | 14 in minimum |
| Striped bass | 5 | 18 in minimum |
| Hybrid striped bass | 5 | 18 in minimum |
| White bass | 25 | 10 in minimum |
| Flathead catfish | 5 | 18 in minimum |
| White crappie | 25 | 10 in minimum |
| Black crappie | 25 | 10 in minimum |
Limits for Cedar Creek Reservoir from the TPWD Outdoor Annual, 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027), checked October 2026.
Recent stockings in Cedar Creek Reservoir
| Year | Species | Number | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sunshine bass | 399,900 | Fry |
| 2025 | Sunshine bass | 353,450 | Fingerling |
| 2024 | Sunshine bass | 1,009,490 | Fry |
| 2024 | Sunshine bass | 530,928 | Fingerling |
Cedar Creek Reservoir stocking: TPWD stocking by water body, retrieved October 2026.
Upcoming and recent events on Cedar Creek Reservoir
| Date | Event | Organizer | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-21 | Bass Champs 2026 Stop #3 – Cedar Creek Lake | Bass Champs | completed |
| 2027-03-20 | Bass Champs 2027 Stop #2 – Cedar Creek | Bass Champs | upcoming |
| 2027-04-24 | Bass Champs 2027 Stop #4 – Cedar Creek | Bass Champs | upcoming |
Tournament dates for Cedar Creek Reservoir from each organizer, retrieved October 2026.
Bait stops and guide services near Cedar Creek Reservoir
- Fisherman's Wharf Marina & CampgroundMalakoff, 2 miles east of the lake, (903) 489-0710
- Malakoff Bait & Tackle ShopMalakoff, 3 miles east of the lake, (903) 489-0223
- Clear Creek LandingEustace, 5 miles northeast of the lake, (903) 425-6228
- Lone Star MarinaTool, 8 miles northwest of the lake, (903) 432-2268
- Baley's MarinaMabank, 9 miles north of the lake, (903) 340-8684
- Tommy's Tackle BoxEustace, 10 miles north of the lake, (903) 425-2277
- Cedar Creek Bait and TackleKemp, 13 miles northwest of the lake, (903) 432-2248
- Causeway MarinaKemp, 14 miles northwest of the lake, (903) 432-2248
- Merry Angler Fishing Guide On Cedar Creek LakeFreshwater guide, (214) 957-8261
Shop and guide sources for Cedar Creek Reservoir: OpenStreetMap, store locators and guide websites (October 2026).
Alongside Cedar Creek Reservoir
Purtis Creek State Park Lake
13 miles north, 349 acres
Richland Chambers Reservoir
16 miles south, 41,356 acres
Lake Athens
20 miles east, 1,799 acres
Lake Halbert
21 miles west, 603 acres
- Gun Barrel CityHenderson County, 11 miles north
- MabankKaufman County, 13 miles north
- AthensHenderson County, 14 miles east
- Seven PointsHenderson County, 15 miles northwest
- Henderson CountyFishing access across the county
Before you fish Cedar Creek Reservoir, some answers
What are the dimensions of Cedar Creek Reservoir?
Cedar Creek Reservoir covers 32,623 surface acres and is 53 feet deep at its deepest point, according to TPWD.
When was Cedar Creek Reservoir built?
The dam closed and the lake began filling in 1965.
How heavy is the top largemouth from Cedar Creek Reservoir?
A 14.65 pound largemouth and measured 25.25 inches, caught 1993-03-28 holds the record, according to TPWD.
What other lake records does Cedar Creek Reservoir hold?
Alligator gar 122.3 lb; Blue catfish 66.1 lb; Flathead catfish 64.75 lb.
Which species rate highest at Cedar Creek Reservoir?
TPWD surveys give largemouth bass good; catfish excellent; crappie good; white & hybrid striped bass excellent.
How many places can I launch on Cedar Creek Reservoir?
TPWD shows 6 boat ramps on Cedar Creek Reservoir, and 2 of them charge no fee.
Does Cedar Creek Reservoir have a marina?
Count 2 marinas at Cedar Creek Reservoir, among them B: Sandy Shores Marina and C: Lone Star Marina.
Where is the live gauge for Cedar Creek Reservoir?
The Cedar Creek Reservoir level box on this page refreshes hourly from TWDB and shows the gap to full pool.
Which rules cover Cedar Creek Reservoir?
Cedar Creek Reservoir uses the statewide rules, with largemouth at 5 a day and 14 inches or longer.
Does Cedar Creek Reservoir get stocked fish?
TPWD released 399,900 fry sunshine bass in 2025, and 4 stocking events are on record since 2024.
When does the next event run on Cedar Creek Reservoir?
Upcoming: Bass Champs 2027 Stop #2 – Cedar Creek on 2027-03-20, run by Bass Champs.
Which town is nearest Cedar Creek Reservoir?
Gun Barrel City, roughly 11 miles north of the lake center, in Henderson County.
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