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Possum Kingdom lake is the clearest in all of Texas. As a result, it is a favorite spot for inland scuba diving. Fishing, camping, hiking, horseback riding, golf and many other exciting activities are enjoyed here year round.

Created from the impoundment of the Brazos River, the 65-mile-long lake covers 17,700 acres in north Texas with more than 300 miles of scenic shoreline. Managed by the Brazos River Authority, Lake Possum Kingdom provides water, recreation and hydroelectric power to residents of the Brazos River Basin. In the 1940's the river was dammed up to form this huge lake nestled within the dramatic North Texas hill country.

Jet Skis:

Are they permitted? Yes

Swimming:

Can you swim in the lake? Yes

Water quality?

Excellent

Boat Docks:

Are they permitted? Yes

Power Boats:

Are they permitted? Yes

Depth of Lake:

100 ft (Deep)

Nearby cities:

Dallas-Fort Worth 70-90 miles, nearby smaller cities of Graham and Mineral Wells for shopping and theatres

Nearest airport:

2 airstrips locally accommodating up to corporate jets and Graham and Mineral Wells Regional

Building restrictions:

Varies by neighborhood

Fishing Information

Predominant Fish Species: Largemouth bass, white crappie, striped bass, white bass, channel and blue catfish.

Possum Kingdom offers a great variety of fish habitat, ranging from steep, rocky bluffs to shallow flats. Although old, this structure-rich water continues to produce excellent fishing and is particularly well-known for yielding large black bass and trophy stripers.

Of the three black bass species present in the lake, largemouth are by far the most abundant. Stocking of Florida strain largemouth in the 1970's improved the lake's potential for growing big bass. Typical largemouth caught by anglers weigh about 2 to 3 pounds, although 10-pounders are not uncommon. Larger sized fish caught and released during tournaments run 6 to 8 pounds. The lake record largemouth is an unusually big 16.02 pounds.

Spotted bass rank second in abundance to largemouth, followed by smallmouth. Both smallies and spots are more prevalent in the rocky lower lake. The lake record smallmouth is 6.4 pounds. The average size spotted bass measures a respectable 12 to 14 inches.

The cool, well-oxygenated water of Possum Kingdom supports a quality striped bass population. Although there is evidence of sporadic natural reproduction, it has little influence on abundance and the fishery is sustained almost entirely by annual fingerling stocking. An ample supply of gizzard and threadfin shad allows stripers to reach trophy proportions. Catches of 15- to 20-pounders are common, and a fish 25 pounds or better is considered a trophy. The lake record striper weighed 31.6 pounds.

Sand bass are fairly abundant and provide exciting action, especially during their spring migration. Catches of 1-pound fish are common, and anglers report creeling sandies up to 31/2 pounds.

Some of the best tailrace striper fishing in Texas is found in the Brazos River below the Morris Sheppard Dam. During winter, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department stocks catchable-size rainbow trout below the dam.

HEFFNER GUIDE SERVICE 940-779-2597, 325 Butler Point, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

SKY CAMP 940-779-2741 or 1-888-778-2471, 641 Sky Camp Road, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

North Forty Bait & Tackle 940-779-3017, 605 North FM2353, Graford, TX 76449, email rplumlee@wf.net

Boating Information

Try renting canoes and entering the Brazos River below the dam for an interesting outdoor experience. Canoe rentals are available in area and the Brazos River is a favorite of beginning and more experienced canoers.

FREEDOM BOAT STORAGE & RETAIL CENTER CORNER OF HWY 180 & HWY 16 north 940-659-2224 SECURED BOAT STORAGE - SIZES 14X40 & 12X30 & 10X10 PLUS OPEN STORAGE. NEW BUILDINGS, FULL CONCRETE DRIVES- GATED & EXTRA SERVICES: 24 HR ACCESS, COIN OPERATED VACUUM & SHAMPOO, WIDE TURN RADIUS FOR EASY PARKING. COME SEE US TODAY OR CALL FOR MORE DETAILS AND PRICES.

Bluff Creek Marina Sales - 940-779-3911 Quality Marine (Chaparral Boats) 940-779-3302

Mcdougal Auto Marine - Graham - 817-549-4007

Brooks Service Inc - Mineral Wells - 817 325-2702

Coulson T H - Mineral Wells - 817 325-0901

BLUFF CREEK MARINA, INC. 940-779-4177, 1400 Marina Point Drive, Sportsman's World, Strawn, TX 76475

THE BREAKERS 940-779-6470, FM 1148 & Camp David Rd., P.O. Box 26, West P.K. Lake, TX 76450

THE CLIFFS MARINA 940-779-4040, ext. 4530, 160 Cliffs Drive, Southeast P.K. Lake, TX 76449

FOX HOLLOW RESORT HC 74, Box 515, West side, PK Lake, Graham, TX 76450, 1-888-649-FOXX 940-549-1801

HILL COUNTRY HARBOR 940-779-2366, 3415 Scenic Point Drive, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

LAKESHORE MARINA 940-549-2518, 5501 Lakeshore Drive, West P.K. Lake, TX 76450

POSSUM HOLLOW 940-549-1873, HC 74 Box 577, West Side, PK Lake, Graham, TX 76450,

POSSUM KINGDOM STATE PARK STORE & MARINA 940-549-5612, P.O. Box 66, 3911 Park Rd. 33, Caddo, TX 76429

SANDBAR GETAWAY 940-779-2922, 2334 Sandbar Road, Off FM 2951, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

SCENIC POINT NORTHVIEW 940-779-3266, 1800 FM 2951, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

VILLA MARINA 940-779-2331, 3301 La Villa Road, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

WILLOW BEACH MARINA & RV PARK 940-779-3004, 1239 Willow Beach Road, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

Camping Information

This area is family oriented. Possum Kingdom Lake is famous for family reunions and numerous Boy Scout and YMCA camps.

Possum Kingdom State Park, is located in north central Texas, just west of Fort Worth, in the rugged canyon county of the Palo Pinto Mountains. It is a picturesque park on Possum Kingdom Lake. The park is almost 1530 acres and is located in the Brazos River Valley. Park offers camping, day use, water sports, and hiking. A large portion of the official Texas Longhorn herd is located in the state park and numerous white tail deer make their home here. Other wildlife that can be observed here are mallard ducks, raccoons, armadillos, squirrels, and of course, possums.

Facilities include restrooms with showers, boat ramp, dump station and two miles of hiking and nature trails. In addition to camp sites, the park offers six cabins that will accommodate four each. Visitors may enjoy swimming (no lifeguard on duty), water skiing, scuba diving, picnicking (tables, BBQ grills, drinking water, playgrounds), fishing (crappie, perch, catfish, stripped bass and bass), and boating with a concrete boat dock, launch and ramp and boat rental service available. The park is open all year. Reservations are recommended and can be made up to 90 days in advance. The busy season is mid-March through September. A store is located within 1 mile.

Possum Kingdom State Park http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/possum/possum.htm Park Superintendent: 817-549-1803 (8-5 daily)

DARK CANYON RV PARK 940-549-7530, 1418 Thomas lane, Graham , TX 76450

HIDE-AWAY CABINS BY THE LAKE 940-779-2333, 1782 FM 2951, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

LAKESHORE MARINA 940-549-2518, 5501 Lakeshore Drive, West P.K. Lake, TX 76450

LEFTY'S CAMP 940-779-2570, Fax: 940-779-2570, 731 Lefty's Ct., East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

POSSUM HOLLOW 940-549-1873, HC 74 Box 577, West Side, PK Lake, Graham, TX 76450

ROCK CREEK CAMP 940-779-2766, 201 Rock Creek Loop, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

SCENIC POINT NORTHVIEW 940-779-3266, 1800 FM 2951, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

SKY CAMP 940-779-2741 or 1-888-778-2471, 641 Sky Camp Road, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

WILLOW BEACH MARINA & RV PARK 940-779-3004, 1239 Willow Beach Road, East P.K. Lake, TX 76449

Local Area Businesses

Possum Kingdom Lake is known for its rugged beauty and scenic cliffs. One striking landmark is Hell's Gate. This feature is a natural break in the cliffs through which Jowell Creek flows into the Brazos River. Impoundment of the Lake created a beautiful cove 'behind the Gate', now immensely popular with boaters and swimmers.

Diamond D Welding & Design, Custom Marine Structures (817) 657-4777, Box 124, Roanoke, TX

Graham, Tx is the gateway to the Possum Kingdom Lake Recreation Area. It is centrally located in North Texas, an area of great natural beauty, temperate climate, and many cultural pursuits. Known as "The Lake Country" because of the many lakes in the surrounding countryside, Graham is home to a variety of activities both outdoor and indoor.

Graham gets its reputation as a recreation area from the many natural wonders with which we are blessed. Rolling hills and lush woods lie serenely under clear, clean skies, making this some of the best hunting land in the state. Sparkling lakes and streams offer a variety of water sports including boating, fishing, scuba diving, canoeing and swimming. Golfers will enjoy the pristine setting of our several golf courses (including the famous Cliffs at Possum Kingdom). History also lives in Graham with the restored Forts Belknap and Richardson (two of the first frontier forts in Texas), and the heritage of the Indians who lived here in the Mid-1800's.

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