Eagle Mountain Lake Fishing
Access points, records, regulations and the current lake level on 8,738 acres in Tarrant County.
- 8,738acres
- 47 ftmax depth
- 9boat ramps
- 16 lbrecord bass
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Eagle Mountain Lake in brief
TPWD puts Eagle Mountain Lake at 8,738 acres with a maximum depth of 47 feet, impounded in 1932, in the Prairies & Lakes region, in Tarrant County. The lake is on the West Fork Trinity River, just north of Fort Worth and Lake Worth in Tarrant County.
Survey crews give crappie and white bass an excellent rating on this lake; largemouth bass and catfish rate good.
A 16 pound largemouth from 2022 still stands as the Eagle Mountain Lake bass record.
The water normally runs clear in the lower end near the dam, stained in the upper end; vegetation includes very little at present; controlling authority has initiated attempts to establish native aquatic vegetation in the reservoir; TPWD describes level swings as 2-9 feet.
Controlling authority: Tarrant Regional Water District (817) 237-8585. Eagle Mountain Lake facts from the TPWD lake page, checked October 2026.
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TWDB reservoir data for Eagle Mountain Lake, refreshed each hour.
Texas Water Development Board, Water Data for Texas, reading dated 2026-10-14. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026 10:32 pm ET. 30 day chart on TWDB.
USGS has no current reading for these gauges.
Fish worth chasing on Eagle Mountain Lake
TPWD survey ratings for Eagle Mountain Lake, species by species.
Bars: 4 excellent, 3 good, 2 fair, 1 poor.
TPWD names these as the predominant fish: Largemouth bass, Spotted bass, Channel catfish, White bass, White crappie.
Top weights at Eagle Mountain Lake
Every species record TPWD keeps for Eagle Mountain Lake.
| Species | Weight (lb) | Length (in) | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flathead catfish | 73 | 51.5 | 1998-04-13 |
| Blue catfish | 53.07 | 45 | 2021-03-24 |
| Smallmouth buffalo | 20.5 | 30.75 | 2012-03-05 |
| Largemouth bass | 16 | 26 | 2022-02-27 |
| Freshwater drum | 12.24 | 28.63 | 2009-07-10 |
| Hybrid striped bass | 11.9 | 28.5 | 1992-06-13 |
| Channel catfish | 9.07 | 27 | 2010-02-28 |
| Common carp | 9 | 25 | 2006-01-16 |
| Longnose gar | 6.14 | 35.15 | 2025-08-01 |
| Smallmouth bass | 5.36 | 20.5 | 2007-06-13 |
| White bass | 3.56 | 18 | 1994-03-07 |
| Characins | 3.3 | 17.75 | 2000-09-06 |
Eagle Mountain Lake records: TPWD water body records, list updated October 8, 2026. Retrieved October 2026.
Ramps and bank access at Eagle Mountain Lake
This lake has 9 access points on the TPWD list, 9 of them with a boat ramp and 4 with a marina.
West Bay Marina
Two lane ramp; marina; fee charged; restrooms, ADA Accessible, parking, courtesy docks, boat gas. (817) 444-1622
Ramp detailsLakeview Marina
Two lane ramp; marina; fee charged; restrooms, live bait, ADA Accessible, parking, courtesy docks. (817) 236-1331
Ramp detailsCreek Harbor Camp
Two lane ramp; fee charged. (817) 236-6111
Ramp detailsShady Grove Park
Two lane ramp; no fee; restrooms, ADA Accessible, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas. (817) 444-2541
Ramp detailsPelican Bay Ramp
Two lane ramp; fee charged; parking, courtesy docks. (817) 444-1234
Ramp detailsEagle Mountain Marina
One lane ramp; marina; fee charged; restrooms, live bait, ADA Accessible, parking, courtesy docks. (817) 237-5588
Ramp detailsAugies
Two lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, parking, courtesy docks, boat gas. (817) 237-5868
Ramp detailsTwin Points Park
Two lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, ADA Accessible, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas. (817) 237-8585
Ramp detailsHarbor One
Two lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (817) 236-8150
Ramp details8 mapped points from the TPWD access layer; ramp notes from the Eagle Mountain Lake page at TPWD, checked October 2026.
Fishing limits at Eagle Mountain Lake
No lake specific exceptions are posted for Eagle Mountain Lake, so statewide limits apply.
| 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 Eagle Mountain Lake from the TPWD Outdoor Annual, 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027), checked October 2026.
The stocking record for Eagle Mountain Lake
| Year | Species | Number | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Lone star bass | 134,264 | Fingerling |
Eagle Mountain Lake stocking: TPWD stocking by water body, retrieved October 2026.
Tournament dates at Eagle Mountain Lake
| Date | Event | Organizer | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-02 | 2026 TBN North Central Region Club Qualifier 4 – Eagle Mountain Lake | Texas B.A.S.S. Nation | completed |
Tournament dates for Eagle Mountain Lake from each organizer, retrieved October 2026.
Tackle stores and guides for Eagle Mountain Lake
- Lake Country MarinaFort Worth, 1 mile northeast of the lake, (817) 236-8362
- Harbor One MarinaFort Worth, 2 miles northeast of the lake, (817) 236-8150
- Fowler Docks BoathousesFort Worth, 2 miles north of the lake, (817) 236-6408
- West Bay Marina & RV ParkAzle, 5 miles northwest of the lake, (817) 444-1622
- Lakeview MarinaFort Worth, 5 miles northwest of the lake, (817) 236-4633
- Lake View MarinaFort Worth, 5 miles northwest of the lake, (817) 236-1331
- Olsen's Pro-Am Fishing ShopFort Worth, 6 miles southeast of the lake, (817) 625-0831
- Briar Bait ShopAzle, 9 miles northwest of the lake, (817) 444-1982
- Final Cast Guide Service – Eagle Mountain LakeFreshwater guide, (817) 243-5858
Shops within 30 miles of Eagle Mountain Lake: OpenStreetMap contributors and store lists, retrieved October 2026.
Surrounding Eagle Mountain Lake
Marine Creek Lake
5 miles southeast, 250 acres
Lake Worth
7 miles southeast, 3,489 acres
Lake Weatherford
14 miles southwest, 1,158 acres
Benbrook Lake
15 miles south, 3,635 acres
- LakesideTarrant County, 4 miles south
- SaginawTarrant County, 6 miles east
- White SettlementTarrant County, 8 miles south
- Fort WorthTarrant County, 9 miles southeast
- Tarrant CountyFishing access across the county
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Species found around Eagle Mountain Lake
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What anglers want to know about Eagle Mountain Lake
How large a lake is Eagle Mountain Lake?
The TPWD figure for Eagle Mountain Lake is 8,738 surface acres and is 47 feet deep at its deepest point.
When did the dam at Eagle Mountain Lake close?
It was impounded in 1932 on West Fork Trinity River.
Which largemouth holds the Eagle Mountain Lake record?
Per TPWD records, the top largemouth weighed 16 pounds and measured 26 inches, caught 2022-02-27.
What other big fish have come from Eagle Mountain Lake?
Flathead catfish 73 lb; Blue catfish 53.07 lb; Smallmouth buffalo 20.5 lb.
Which fish do best in Eagle Mountain Lake?
The TPWD ratings are largemouth bass good; catfish good; crappie excellent; white bass excellent.
How many public launches are on Eagle Mountain Lake?
TPWD lists 9 boat ramps on Eagle Mountain Lake, and 1 of them charge no fee.
Which marinas serve Eagle Mountain Lake?
TPWD has 4 marinas at Eagle Mountain Lake, such as West Bay Marina, Lakeview Marina, Eagle Mountain Marina and Harbor One.
Is Eagle Mountain Lake down right now?
The level box here tracks Eagle Mountain Lake against full pool, updated by TWDB each hour.
What size bass can I keep at Eagle Mountain Lake?
The statewide rule holds at Eagle Mountain Lake: 5 black bass daily, largemouth 14 inches minimum.
Has Eagle Mountain Lake been stocked recently?
TPWD stocked 134,264 fingerling lone star bass in 2025.
Are there fishing tournaments on Eagle Mountain Lake?
Most recent: 2026 TBN North Central Region Club Qualifier 4 – Eagle Mountain Lake on 2026-05-02, run by Texas B.A.S.S. Nation.
What town serves Eagle Mountain Lake?
That is Lakeside, some 4 miles south of the middle of the lake, in Tarrant County.
Next steps for Eagle Mountain Lake
Check the level, then pick a ramp from the list above.