Top fish species at Franklin Branch

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Bluegill
Bluegill
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Largemouth bass

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General info

Franklin Branch is a stream located in Collin County, Texas, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass and Bluegill.

Location

33°12′47.3″N 96°40′17.7″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Franklin Branch?

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Fishing regulations at Franklin Branch, TX

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Texas can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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Reviews of Franklin Branch

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Cities nearby

McKinney

0.8 miles away

Allen

7.2 miles away

Weston

8.1 miles away

Prosper

8.1 miles away

Melissa

8.4 miles away

Frisco

9.5 miles away

Celina

9.9 miles away

Princeton

10.0 miles away

Anna

11.6 miles away

Plano

12.1 miles away

Murphy

13.9 miles away

Little Elm

15.0 miles away

Wylie

15.2 miles away

The Colony

15.5 miles away

Richardson

16.8 miles away

Blue Ridge

16.9 miles away

Sachse

17.5 miles away

Aubrey

17.6 miles away

Gunter

18.2 miles away

Farmersville

18.4 miles away

Addison

20.0 miles away

Carrollton

20.4 miles away

Garland

21.1 miles away

Rowlett

21.7 miles away

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FAQ about Franklin Branch fishing

📍 Where is the Franklin Branch located?
the Franklin Branch is a stream located in Collin County, Texas, United States. Its coordinates are:
33°12′47.3″N 96°40′17.7″W
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🎣 Where on the Franklin Branch is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Franklin Branch by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Franklin Branch?
The most common species in the Franklin Branch are:
  • Largemouth bass - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Bluegill - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Franklin Branch fishing reports?
The latest Franklin Branch fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Franklin Branch right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Franklin Branch, some of the species in season this June include: Summer flounder, Southern flounder, Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Gulf flounder. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Franklin Branch?

Fishing in Texas requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Resident and non-resident licenses, including short-term and combination options, are available online or from licensed retailers statewide.

In Texas, no fishing license is required for anglers under 17 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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