Toledo Bend Reservoir Fishing
Access points, records, regulations and the current lake level on 181,600 acres in Shelby County, Sabine County and Newton County.
- 181,600acres
- 110 ftmax depth
- 29boat ramps
- 15.32 lbrecord bass
Photo: Billy Hathorn, CC BY-SA 3.0
Toledo Bend Reservoir in brief
TPWD puts Toledo Bend Reservoir at 181,600 acres with a maximum depth of 110 feet, impounded in 1967, in the Pineywoods region, in Shelby County, Sabine County and Newton County. The lake is on the Sabine River in Shelby, Sabine and Newton counties, straddling the Texas-Louisiana state line. The dam is in Newton County approximately 24 miles northeast of Jasper..
Survey crews give largemouth bass and sunfish an excellent rating on this lake; catfish and crappie rate good.
A 15.32 pound largemouth from 2000 still stands as the Toledo Bend Reservoir bass record.
The water normally runs clear in middle and lower lake to slightly turbid in upper region consumption advisory in effect; vegetation includes primarily non-native submersed plants such as hydrilla; a variety of native aquatic plants are also established; TPWD describes level swings as 1-5 feet.
Controlling authority: Sabine River Authority (409) 565-2273. Toledo Bend Reservoir facts from the TPWD lake page, checked October 2026.
Toledo Bend Reservoir level, updated hourly
TWDB reservoir data for Toledo Bend Reservoir, refreshed each hour.
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.
Fish worth chasing on Toledo Bend Reservoir
TPWD survey ratings for Toledo Bend Reservoir, species by species.
Excellent is 4 and poor is 1 on this chart.
TPWD names these as the predominant fish: Largemouth bass, Crappie, Catfish, White & striped bass.
Top weights at Toledo Bend Reservoir
Every species record TPWD keeps for Toledo Bend Reservoir.
| Species | Weight (lb) | Length (in) | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alligator gar | 181 | 86 | 2017-09-08 |
| Smallmouth buffalo | 78 | 46 | 1992-06-23 |
| Flathead catfish | 71 | 65.75 | 1985-06-22 |
| Blue catfish | 67 | 50 | 2009-02-23 |
| Grass carp | 53.5 | 49 | 2006-08-02 |
| Striped bass | 33.22 | 41 | 1980-02-08 |
| Freshwater drum | 31.5 | 30 | 1995-03-03 |
| Hybrid striped bass | 15.81 | 32.5 | 1987-05-25 |
| Largemouth bass | 15.32 | 28 | 2000-07-03 |
| Common carp | 14.15 | 30 | 2020-06-25 |
| Bowfin | 12.1 | 30 | 2018-01-12 |
| Channel catfish | 7.94 | 25 | 2009-04-25 |
Toledo Bend Reservoir records: TPWD water body records, list updated October 8, 2026. Retrieved October 2026.
Ramps and bank access at Toledo Bend Reservoir
This lake has 30 access points on the TPWD list, 29 of them with a boat ramp and 11 with a marina.
Joaquin Public Ramp
Two lane ramp; no fee; parking. (409) 565-2273
Ramp detailsSwede Johnson Recreation Area
One lane ramp; no fee; restrooms, parking, picnic areas, camping. (409) 565-2273
Ramp detailsTenaha Creek Ramp
One lane ramp; no fee; parking. (409) 565-2273
Ramp detailsBill's Landing
One lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, cleaning stations, live bait, parking, courtesy docks. (936) 368-2542
Ramp detailsHuxley Bay Marina
Two lane ramp; marina; fee charged; restrooms, cleaning stations, live bait, parking, weigh stations. (936) 368-2495
Ramp detailsBayou Siepe Ramp
One lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, parking. (409) 565-2273
Ramp detailsRagtown Ramp
Two lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, parking. (409) 565-2273
Ramp detailsEast Hamilton
One lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, parking. (409) 565-2273
Ramp detailsShamrock Marina
Two lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (409) 625-1077
Ramp detailsHolly Park Marina
One lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (409) 625-4424
Ramp detailsBest Park
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 625-4341
Ramp detailsNewell's Fishing World
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 625-4928
Ramp detailsPendleton Harbor
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 625-4912
Ramp detailsCarrice Creek Ramp
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 565-2273
Ramp detailsLost Frontier RV Park Marina
Three lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (409) 625-4712
Ramp detailsAlpine Marina
One lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (409) 625-3518
Ramp detailsMid-Lake Kampground
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 625-4611
Ramp detailsHarborlight Marina
One lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (409) 787-3212
Ramp detailsLowe's Creek Marina
Two lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (409) 787-2600
Ramp detailsIndian Mounds Ramp
Three lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 565-2273
Ramp detailsJack's 944 Marina
One lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (409) 787-2277
Ramp detailsFin & Feather Marina
One lane ramp; marina; fee charged. (409) 579-2056
Ramp detailsFox's Lodge
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 579-3232
Ramp detailsSix Mile Marina
Marina; fee charged. (409) 579-3078
Ramp detailsMap: 41 TPWD access points. Ramp facts: TPWD Toledo Bend Reservoir page, October 2026. Low water can close ramps.
Where Toledo Bend Reservoir departs from statewide limits
The rules below override statewide limits for these species here only.
| Species | Rule at Toledo Bend Reservoir |
|---|---|
| Black bass | For largemouth and smallmouth bass, minimum length limit = 14 inches. No minimum length limit for Alabama, Guadalupe, and spotted bass (if present). Daily bag limit for all black bass species is 8 in any combination. Possession limit = 10. |
| Catfish | For blue and channel catfish, no minimum length limit; daily bag and possession limit = 50 in any combination, of which no more than 5 may be 30 inches or greater in length. |
| Crappie | For black and white crappie there is no MLL and daily bag = 25 crappie in combination. |
| White bass | For white bass, no MLL and daily bag = 25. |
| Striped bass and their Hybrids | For striped bass, no MLL, daily bag = 5, and only 2 striped bass, 30 inches or greater, may be retained each day. |
Limits for Toledo Bend Reservoir from the TPWD Outdoor Annual, 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027), checked October 2026.
The stocking record for Toledo Bend Reservoir
| Year | Species | Number | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Lone star bass | 874,784 | Fingerling |
| 2026 | Florida largemouth bass | 113,654 | Fingerling |
| 2026 | Sharelunker largemouth bass | 31,320 | Fingerling |
| 2025 | Lone star bass | 806,392 | Fingerling |
| 2025 | Florida largemouth bass | 48,250 | Fingerling |
| 2025 | Sharelunker largemouth bass | 14,107 | Fingerling |
| 2024 | Lone star bass | 613,515 | Fingerling |
| 2024 | Sharelunker largemouth bass | 20,001 | Fingerling |
| 2024 | Channel catfish | 100 | Adult |
Toledo Bend Reservoir stocking: TPWD stocking by water body, retrieved October 2026.
Tournament dates at Toledo Bend Reservoir
| Date | Event | Organizer | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-27 | 2025 Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series at Toledo Bend Reservoir presented by Native Watercraft | B.A.S.S. | completed |
| 2026-02-07 | 2026 TBN Southeast Region Individual Trail Event 2 | Texas B.A.S.S. Nation | completed |
| 2026-04-22 | 2026 Mercury B.A.S.S. Nation at Toledo Bend Reservoir presented by Lowrance | B.A.S.S. | completed |
| 2026-10-21 | 2026 Nitro Boats Bassmaster Elite Qualifier at Toledo Bend presented by Bass Pro Shops | B.A.S.S. | upcoming |
| 2027-02-10 | 2027 Columbia PFG College Fishing National Championship | Major League Fishing | upcoming |
| 2027-03-06 | 2027 TXTT Toledo Bend | Texas Team Trail (Outdoor Teamworks) | upcoming |
| 2027-04-01 | 2027 Bass Pro Tour Stage 4 at Toledo Bend Reservoir | Major League Fishing | upcoming |
Tournament dates for Toledo Bend Reservoir from each organizer, retrieved October 2026.
Tackle stores and guides for Toledo Bend Reservoir
- Six Mile MarinasHemphill, 12 miles northwest of the lake, (409) 579-9898
- Anderson Bait DistributorsHemphill, 20 miles northwest of the lake, (409) 201-2158
- Harborlight Marina and Resort, 20 miles northwest of the lake
- Keith's Toledo Bend TackleHemphill, 23 miles northwest of the lake, (409) 625-0181
- Newell's Fishing WorldMilam, 26 miles northwest of the lake, (409) 625-4928
- Need More Tackle StoreBrookeland, 29 miles west of the lake, (409) 698-9430
- Ann's Tackle ShopJasper, 30 miles southwest of the lake, (409) 384-7685
- Johnston Guide ServiceFreshwater guide, (409) 579-4213
Listings near Toledo Bend Reservoir come from OpenStreetMap and company store pages, October 2026. Names open Google Maps.
Surrounding Toledo Bend Reservoir
Sam Rayburn Reservoir
32 miles west, 114,500 acres
B.A. Steinhagen Lake
44 miles southwest, 10,687 acres
Lake Pinkston
60 miles northwest, 523 acres
Timpson Reservoir
69 miles northwest, 223 acres
- HemphillSabine County, 20 miles northwest
- PinelandSabine County, 25 miles west
- BrookelandSabine County, 25 miles west
- JasperJasper County, 31 miles southwest
- Shelby CountyFishing access across the county
- Sabine CountyFishing access across the county
- Newton CountyFishing access across the county
What anglers want to know about Toledo Bend Reservoir
How large a lake is Toledo Bend Reservoir?
Per TPWD, Toledo Bend Reservoir spans 181,600 surface acres and is 110 feet deep at its deepest point.
When did the dam at Toledo Bend Reservoir close?
The reservoir dates to 1967 on Sabine River.
Which largemouth holds the Toledo Bend Reservoir record?
The lake record largemouth bass weighed 15.32 pounds and measured 28 inches, caught 2000-07-03, per TPWD water body records.
What other big fish have come from Toledo Bend Reservoir?
Alligator gar 181 lb; Smallmouth buffalo 78 lb; Flathead catfish 71 lb.
Which fish do best in Toledo Bend Reservoir?
Survey ratings: largemouth bass excellent; catfish good; crappie good; white bass fair; striped bass poor; sunfish excellent.
How many public launches are on Toledo Bend Reservoir?
TPWD counts 29 boat ramps at Toledo Bend Reservoir, and 4 of them charge no fee.
Which marinas serve Toledo Bend Reservoir?
TPWD lists 11 marinas at Toledo Bend Reservoir, namely Huxley Bay Marina, Shamrock Marina, Holly Park Marina and Lost Frontier RV Park Marina.
Is Toledo Bend Reservoir down right now?
The level box here tracks Toledo Bend Reservoir against full pool, updated by TWDB each hour.
Does TPWD set exceptions for Toledo Bend Reservoir?
Yes, TPWD sets lake specific limits here for Black bass, Catfish and Crappie, shown in the limits table for the 2026-27 rules.
Has Toledo Bend Reservoir been stocked recently?
In 2026 TPWD put 874,784 fingerling lone star bass into the lake, and 9 stocking events are on record since 2024.
Are there fishing tournaments on Toledo Bend Reservoir?
Upcoming: 2026 Nitro Boats Bassmaster Elite Qualifier at Toledo Bend presented by Bass Pro Shops on 2026-10-21, run by B.A.S.S..
What town serves Toledo Bend Reservoir?
Hemphill is 20 miles northwest of the lake center, in Sabine County.
Next steps for Toledo Bend Reservoir
Check the level, then pick a ramp from the list above.