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Shoal Creek

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Texas, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Shoal Creek is a lake located in Denton County, Texas, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Green sunfish, and Bluegill.

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33°03′59.2″N 96°50′52.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Shoal Creek, 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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Denton

20.0 miles away

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FAQ about Shoal Creek fishing

📍 Where is Shoal Creek located?
Shoal Creek is a lake located in Denton County, Texas, United States. Its coordinates are:
33°03′59.2″N 96°50′52.1″W
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🎣 Where on Shoal Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Shoal Creek 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 Shoal Creek?
The most common species in Shoal Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Shoal Creek fishing reports?
The latest Shoal Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Shoal Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at Shoal Creek, 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 Shoal Creek?

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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