Fishing at Justiceburg Lake, Garza County, Texas

• Overview

  Garza County, Texas, is where Justiceburg Lake sits. Country round the bank runs to dry hill. It measures about 27 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. It is high ground by Texas standards. Post sits 16 miles from here and is the nearest stop. The big place round here is Lubbock, 55 miles distant. The nearest boundary is a fair way off.

• Where to Fish on Justiceburg Lake

  Depth is unmeasured here, so let the shoreline guide you. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Nearby survey and observation records mention green sunfish, black bullhead and plains minnow. Records show what people reported, not what is stocked. Read Justiceburg Lake before you fish it and the day goes better.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages move between 42°F in January and 82°F in July. Winter is the comfortable season here rather than the difficult one. The first and last hours carry the summer; the middle is slow. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to fish here. Time your trip to Justiceburg Lake by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing we hold confirms whether access is permitted. Mapping shows an empty shoreline: no ramp, no jetty, no marked entry. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Read any posted signs at the access point rather than assuming. Some stretches are reserved and marked as such on the ground. If the gate is shut, Jones Reservoir Number 2 at 6.6 miles is the nearest alternative. For Justiceburg Lake in particular, ask before you travel.