Concho River Fishing
The Concho River in Texas: access, flow and shops.
- 8access points
- 2counties
- 9flow gauges
Photo: Michael Barera, CC BY-SA 4.0
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What the Concho River offers anglers
TPWD maps 8 public access points on the Concho River across 2 counties.
Top counties for access are Tom Green (6) and Concho (2).
Concho River data: TPWD public water access layer and USGS gauges.
How the Concho River is flowing
How much water the Concho River is moving right now, by gauge.
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| S Concho Rv At Christoval, Tx | 3 cfs, 1.84 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:55 am |
| S Concho Rv Abv Twin Buttes Res Nr San Angelo, Tx | 4 cfs, 4.68 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:45 am |
| Middle Concho Rv Abv Tankersley, Tx | 0 cfs, 5.03 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:15 am |
| N Concho Rv Abv Sterling City, Tx | 0 cfs, 3.15 ft gage height | Oct 10 8:00 am |
| N Concho Rv At Sterling City, Tx | 114 cfs, 3.41 ft gage height | Mar 7 3:00 pm Not updated since Mar 7, 2026. |
| N Concho Rv Nr Carlsbad, Tx | 0 cfs, 1.99 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:50 am |
| N Concho Rv Nr Grape Creek, Tx | 0 cfs, 2.51 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:55 am |
| Concho Rv At San Angelo, Tx | 2 cfs, 1.40 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:55 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 10, 2026 8:15 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Where the public reaches the Concho River
- Tom Green County6 access points on the Concho River
- Concho County2 access points on the Concho River
Still water near the Concho River
O.C. Fisher Reservoir
5 miles from a Concho River access point; 5,440 acres.
See detailsLake Nasworthy
6 miles from a Concho River access point; 1,380 acres.
See detailsTwin Buttes Reservoir
9 miles from a Concho River access point; 9,080 acres.
See detailsO.H. Ivie Lake
15 miles from a Concho River access point; 19,149 acres.
See detailsNew Ballinger Lake
15 miles from a Concho River access point; 591 acres.
See detailsLakes within 15 miles of a Concho River access point that TPWD rates good or excellent, by species.
Where to stay near the Concho River
- San AngeloTom Green County, 2 miles from the nearest Concho River access
Shops close to the Concho River
- Academy Sports + Outdoors San AngeloSan Angelo, (325) 223-6260
Shops within 12 miles of a Concho River access point; OpenStreetMap contributors and store lists.
Things anglers wonder about the Concho River
How many public access points are on the Concho River?
TPWD maps 8 public access points on the Concho River.
In which counties can I reach the Concho River?
Look to Tom Green County and Concho County for the most access.
How is the Concho River running today?
This page pulls 8 USGS gauges on the river each hour.
What towns line the Concho River?
San Angelo.
Is there a bait shop near the Concho River?
Academy Sports + Outdoors San Angelo in San Angelo is one of 1 listed shop within 12 miles of an access point.
What lakes are near the Concho River?
O.C. Fisher Reservoir sits 5 miles from a Concho River access point, followed by Lake Nasworthy and Twin Buttes Reservoir.
What bites in lakes near the Concho River?
Good and excellent ratings nearby favor largemouth bass, catfish and crappie.
How many counties does Concho River access cover?
It runs through 2 counties, starting in Tom Green and ending in Tom Green County.
What season is best on the Concho River?
The Concho River fishes best at moderate, clear flow in spring and fall.
Can I wade the Concho River across private land?
On navigable stretches of the Concho River the bed is public while the land beside it usually is not, so start at an access point.
Must I carry a license on the Concho River?
Everyone 17 and up needs a Texas freshwater license on the Concho River.
What should I expect to catch in the Concho River?
Expect catfish, sunfish and black bass in the Concho River, since TPWD does not rate rivers.