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Black crappie

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Bluff Dale Lake is a lake located in Erath County, Texas, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Bluegill, and Smallmouth bass.

Location

32°18′11.6″N 98°01′15.6″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Bluff Dale Lake?

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Fishing regulations at Bluff Dale Lake, 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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Cities nearby

Bluff Dale

3.2 miles away

Tolar

8.4 miles away

Stephenville

13.2 miles away

Lipan

15.0 miles away

Huckabay

16.4 miles away

Glen Rose

16.6 miles away

Granbury

17.8 miles away

Horseshoe Bend

20.5 miles away

Lingleville

21.2 miles away

Dennis

21.5 miles away

Pecan Plantation

21.7 miles away

Hico

21.9 miles away

Walnut Springs

23.3 miles away

Santo

23.7 miles away

Dublin

23.8 miles away

Western Lake

25.0 miles away

Brazos

25.5 miles away

Cresson

28.4 miles away

Godley

30.5 miles away

Strawn

32.7 miles away

Annetta South

33.6 miles away

Weatherford

34.3 miles away

Mineral Wells

35.6 miles away

Palo Pinto

36.1 miles away

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FAQ about Bluff Dale Lake fishing

📍 Where is Bluff Dale Lake located?
Bluff Dale Lake is a lake located in Erath County, Texas, United States. Its coordinates are:
32°18′11.6″N 98°01′15.6″W
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🎣 Where on Bluff Dale Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Bluff Dale Lake 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 Bluff Dale Lake?
The most common species in Bluff Dale Lake are:
📢 What are the latest Bluff Dale Lake fishing reports?
The latest Bluff Dale Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Bluff Dale Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at Bluff Dale Lake, 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 Bluff Dale Lake?

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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