North Bosque River Fishing
The North Bosque River in Texas: access, flow and shops.
- 15access points
- 4counties
- 0flow gauges
Regional image used for North Bosque River: mr_t_77 from WV, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
What the North Bosque River offers anglers
TPWD maps 15 public access points on the North Bosque River across 4 counties.
Top counties for access are Bosque (9), Erath (3), McLennan (2) and Hamilton (1).
North Bosque River data: TPWD public water access layer and USGS gauges.
Where the public reaches the North Bosque River
- Bosque County9 access points on the North Bosque River
- Erath County3 access points on the North Bosque River
- McLennan County2 access points on the North Bosque River
- Hamilton County1 access point on the North Bosque River
Still water near the North Bosque River
Meridian State Park Lake
3 miles from the nearest North Bosque River access point, 50 acres.
See detailsLake Waco
6 miles from the nearest North Bosque River access point, 8,465 acres.
See detailsLake Brazos
12 miles from the nearest North Bosque River access point, 523 acres.
See detailsLake Whitney
13 miles from the nearest North Bosque River access point, 23,500 acres.
See detailsLakes within 15 miles of a North Bosque River access point that TPWD rates good or excellent, by species.
Where to stay near the North Bosque River
- MeridianBosque County, under a mile from the nearest North Bosque River access
- CliftonBosque County, under a mile from the nearest North Bosque River access
- StephenvilleErath County, under a mile from the nearest North Bosque River access
- WacoMcLennan County, 7 miles from the nearest North Bosque River access
Shops close to the North Bosque River
- Blackie's Bait ShopWalnut Springs, (254) 797-0181
- Uncle Gus Marina – Boat Repair ShopClifton, (254) 622-3333
- Ron's Marina One LteWaco, (254) 754-1642
- (3) Fly-Tying
- Academy Sports + Outdoors WacoWaco, (254) 399-2410
Shops within 12 miles of a North Bosque River access point; OpenStreetMap contributors and store lists.
Things anglers wonder about the North Bosque River
How many public access points are on the North Bosque River?
You will find 15 public access points on the North Bosque River.
In which counties can I reach the North Bosque River?
Access is heaviest in Bosque County, Erath County, McLennan County and Hamilton County.
What towns line the North Bosque River?
Meridian, Clifton, Stephenville and Waco.
Is there a bait shop near the North Bosque River?
Look at Blackie's Bait Shop in Walnut Springs, one of 5 listed shops close to an access point.
What lakes are near the North Bosque River?
Meridian State Park Lake is 3 miles from a North Bosque River access point, followed by Lake Waco and Lake Brazos.
What bites in lakes near the North Bosque River?
Around the river, TPWD rates sunfish, largemouth bass and channel & blue catfish highest most often.
How many counties does North Bosque River access cover?
The access stretch covers 4 counties, north in Erath to south in McLennan County.
What season is best on the North Bosque River?
The North Bosque River fishes best at moderate, clear flow in spring and fall.
Can I wade the North Bosque River across private land?
On navigable stretches of the North Bosque 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 North Bosque River?
Everyone 17 and up needs a Texas freshwater license on the North Bosque River.
What should I expect to catch in the North Bosque River?
Rivers get no TPWD species ratings, but the North Bosque River holds catfish, sunfish and black bass.
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