Fishing at Harold Campbell South Lake, Motley County, Texas

• Overview

  Out in Motley County, Texas, sits Harold Campbell South Lake. It lies 2,785 feet above sea level. Compared with other Texas water on our list, it sits high. The nearest town is Floydada, 21 miles away. Crosbyton follows at 25 miles, then Lockney at 29 miles. A border sits close enough to be relevant to the paperwork. The near end sees the visitors; the far end rarely does.

• Where to Fish on Harold Campbell South Lake

  The records we hold are silent on depth, so plan to find it yourself. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Read Harold Campbell South Lake before you fish it and the day goes better. Keep the approach quiet on shallow water.

• Seasonal Patterns

  On the long-term average, July reads 80°F and January reads 39°F. Heat sets the pattern from late spring onward. Spring and autumn carry the fishing; summer squeezes it into the edges of the day. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. Plan around that when you fish Harold Campbell South Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public data does not answer the access question here. Access points are not mapped for this water, which suits people who like quiet. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. The nearest alternative is Harold Campbell North Lake, 0.4 miles out. Treat Harold Campbell South Lake as unsettled until someone local tells you otherwise.