Emerson Lake Number 2 in Freestone County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Emerson Lake Number 2 is listed under Freestone County, Texas. It stands 361 feet above sea level. At 12 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. Wortham at 12 miles is the nearest place to stop. For a city, Waco is 55 miles off. The county line runs close by, so rules can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Emerson Lake Number 2

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Species logged nearby in open biodiversity records include channel catfish. The records cover the area rather than this water alone. Anyone new to this water should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  In an average year July sits at 83°F and January at 46°F. Long warm spells define the calendar more than any cold. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to fish here. This water runs to its own calendar within the local pattern.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Gates get locked out of season on water like this. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. The nearest alternative is Streetman Lake, 2.3 miles out. Check the position at this water before loading the car.