Fishing at Clark Lake, Tarrant County, Texas

• Overview

  Clark Lake lies in Tarrant County, in Texas. It stands 892 feet above sea level. At roughly 17 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Godley lies 4.4 miles from the water. Beyond it, Joshua at 7.3 miles and Crowley at 9.4 miles. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water. It gives up fish to patience rather than to gear.

• Where to Fish on Clark Lake

  No chart reached our records; the first cast is your sounding. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists green sunfish, largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish and common carp. It is a record of sightings and surveys, so use it as a guide. Fish Clark Lake where the bottom changes rather than where it looks deep.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-term averages put July at about 84°F and January near 44°F. Winter is a mild inconvenience here, nothing more. Late winter and spring fish steadiest here. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Clark Lake runs to its own calendar within the local pattern.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. There is no recorded infrastructure here; expect to find your own way in. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Check whether a boat is allowed before you tow one. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. For a change of water, Lake Charca is 6.7 miles distant. For Clark Lake in particular, ask before you travel.