Best fishing near Kilgore
10 fishing spots · 10 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Kilgore, Texas — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 10 of 10 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lake Murvaul
33.8 mi away
Lake Murvaul is a popular fishing destination in Texas, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and sunfish. Nearby…
Why 63: resort size & terrain
63Solid
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#2
Bellwood Lake
Good
29.1 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 78°F · 5 mph wind
Bellwood Lake is a favorite fishing spot in Texas, USA. Fish species commonly found in the lake include largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and bluegill. Nearby activities include…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
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#3
Lake Tyler
Good
20.2 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Partly Cloudy · 77°F · 10 mph wind
Lake Tyler is a popular fishing spot in Texas, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and sunfish. Nearby activities…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
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#4
Lake Striker
Good
30.3 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Becoming Cloudy · 78°F · 10 mph wind
Lake Striker is a popular fishing destination in East Texas, USA, offering opportunities to catch largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and sunfish. Nearby activities include…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
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#5
Lake Hawkins
Fair
27.6 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible· Thunderstorms — get off the water
Lake Hawkins is a popular fishing area located in Wood County, Texas, USA. The lake offers a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and sunfish…
Why 49: live conditions (fair)
49Rated
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#6
Lake Palestine
Good
37.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Mostly Cloudy · 78°F · 5 mph wind
Lake Palestine is a renowned fishing destination in Texas, USA, known for its abundance of fish species such as largemouth bass, white bass, catfish, and crappie. The area offers…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
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#7
Lake Gilmer
Fair
26.8 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible· Thunderstorms — get off the water
Lake Gilmer is located in East Texas and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. Anglers can target a variety of species including largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and…
Why 48: live conditions (fair)
48Rated
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#8
Lake O` the Pines
Fair
33.2 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible· Thunderstorms — get off the water
Lake O' the Pines is a popular fishing destination in Texas, USA. It is home to a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and sunfish. The lake also…
Why 49: live conditions (fair)
49Rated
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#9
Martin Creek Lake
Good
20.0 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Partly Cloudy · 78°F · 5 mph wind
Martin Creek Lake fishing area is located in Northeast Texas with a surface area of 5,000 acres. It's a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts, particularly for largemouth bass…
Why 45: live conditions (good)
45Rated
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#10
Lone Star Lake
Fair
39.6 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible· Thunderstorms — get off the water
Lone Star Lake is a popular fishing spot located in Texas, USA. The lake is home to various fish species including catfish, bass, and sunfish. Visitors can also enjoy activities…
Why 39: live conditions (fair)
39Rated
Fishing near Kilgore
The Kilgore area has 10 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Kilgore
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.