Leon River Fishing
Live flow, access points and tackle along the Leon River.
- 28access points
- 5counties
- 5flow gauges
Photo: Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0
Where the Leon River stands for fishing
The Leon River has 28 public access points on the TPWD access layer, spread over 5 counties.
Counties with the most access: Coryell (12), Hamilton (11), Comanche (3), Bell (1) and Eastland (1).
Lake pages tied to this river: Belton Lake and Leon Reservoir.
Leon River data: TPWD public water access layer and USGS gauges.
Live gauge data for the Leon River
Discharge at each USGS gauge on the Leon River.
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Leon Rv Nr De Leon, Tx | 0 cfs, 0.46 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:30 am |
| Leon Rv Nr Hasse, Tx | 9 cfs, 3.46 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:15 am |
| Leon Rv Nr Hamilton, Tx | 13 cfs, 3.93 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:00 am |
| Leon Rv At Gatesville, Tx | 25 cfs, 2.81 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:45 am |
| Leon Rv Nr Belton, Tx | 15 cfs, 3.60 ft gage height | Oct 10 7:00 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 10, 2026 8:15 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Where to get on the Leon River
- Coryell County12 access points on the Leon River
- Hamilton County11 access points on the Leon River
- Comanche County3 access points on the Leon River
- Bell County1 access point on the Leon River
- Eastland County1 access point on the Leon River
Lakes a short drive from the Leon River
Proctor Lake
under a mile from the nearest Leon River access point, 4,537 acres.
See detailsLeon Reservoir
7 miles from the nearest Leon River access point, 1,756 acres.
See detailsLake Cisco
11 miles from the nearest Leon River access point, 1,050 acres.
See detailsBelton Lake
12 miles from the nearest Leon River access point, 12,385 acres.
See detailsLakes within 15 miles of a Leon River access point that TPWD rates good or excellent, by species.
Towns close to Leon River access
- TempleBell County, 13 miles from the nearest Leon River access
- GatesvilleCoryell County, under a mile from the nearest Leon River access
Shops along the Leon River
- Pier 36 MarinaTemple, (254) 986-2466
- Cedar Ridge Park Marina
- Bobber's Fish & TackleComanche, (254) 459-8312
- Marina The CliffsComanche, (940) 779-3470
- Big catch bait and tackleMoody, (254) 717-3525
- Boxey LuresEastland, (254) 629-3575
Shops within 12 miles of a Leon River access point; OpenStreetMap contributors and store lists.
The Leon River, answered
How much public access is there on the Leon River?
You will find 28 public access points on the Leon River.
What counties hold Leon River access?
Access is heaviest in Coryell County, Hamilton County, Comanche County, Bell County and Eastland County.
Where are the gauges on the Leon River?
The flow table on this page reads 5 USGS gauges on the river every hour.
What dams are on the Leon River?
Belton Lake and Leon Reservoir.
What towns are near the Leon River access points?
Temple and Gatesville.
Where do I get tackle near the Leon River?
Look at Pier 36 Marina in Temple, one of 6 listed shops close to an access point.
Which lakes are close to the Leon River?
Proctor Lake is under a mile from a Leon River access point, followed by Leon Reservoir and Lake Cisco.
What fish rate highest around the Leon River?
Around the river, TPWD rates catfish, white bass and largemouth bass highest most often.
What is the range of access on the Leon River?
The access stretch covers 5 counties, north in Eastland to south in Bell County.
When do fish bite on the Leon River?
Watch the flow table and go when the Leon River settles to normal after a rise.
Can I cross private land to wade the Leon River?
Start at a public access point, since land along the Leon River is mostly private.
Do adults need a license on the Leon River?
Yes, adults on the Leon River need a Texas license with the freshwater endorsement.