Can you fish the Trinity River?


Can you fish the Trinity River? The North and South Forks of the Trinity and the New River are included in the Wild and Scenic designation. The Trinity River offers a wide variety of opportunities for fun, family and fishing.


What is the best bait for the Trinity River?

For baiting your hook we suggest bait with bright colors so, aim for colors like bright orange, red, pink or yellow. You have the option to do one Powerbait ball and one Powerbait worm, or two Powerbait balls, do not use matching colors. You will also pair this with a 1/16 oz.


Where can I fish in Trinity?

Champion Lake is the refuge's largest and most popular year-round fishing spot. The most common species are largemouth bass, catfish, crappie and blue crab. Fishing by boat (10 hp motor or less) is allowed from a 150-foot pier or along a 3/4-mile-long levee.


Can you fish the Clear Fork Trinity River?

Fishing. The Clear Fork is stocked with Rainbow Trout in winter months by TPWD. Largemouth bass and a variety of Sunfishes are common in the Clear Fork and in tributary creeks such as Mary's Creek. Tarrant Regional Water District sponsors TRWD FlyFest annually in March.