Are there alligators in Caddo Lake?

Are there alligators in Caddo Lake?

Alligators live in the park; read our alligator safety tips before your visit. Fish: Access the 26,810-acre Caddo Lake, which harbors more than 70 species of fish. We have a fishing pier and a boat ramp. You do not need a fishing license to fish from shore in a state park.

Does Caddo Lake have cabins?

Cabins (Four Person) Reservations for a Friday or Saturday must include both nights. Cabins require a $75 refundable deposit. Pets are not allowed in the cabin and group hall areas, or inside any Texas State Park buildings. Cabins (#2 and #8) are one-half of a duplex.

Where is Caddo Lake Texas?

Caddo Lake is impounded by Caddo Dam in the Cypress Creek basin in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, and extends into Harrison and Marion counties, Texas; the center of the lake is located twenty-nine miles northeast of Marshall (at 30°42′ N, 97°20′ W).

Is it safe to swim in Caddo Lake?

It’s not the kind of lake where you swim—because of the risk of alligators and Bigfoots. Don’t bring water wings and don’t expect to come back with a tan. In short, it isn’t recreational.

Can you hunt alligators on Caddo Lake?

In Texas, you can only hunt for alligators on private property during hunting season. Although, you are allowed to set a line and hook that extends above public water, to entice the gator to the private property.

What is the slot on Caddo Lake?

For largemouth bass, length limit is a 14-18” slot. No minimum length on spotted bass. Daily bag for all black bass species = 8 fish in any combination, of which no more than 4 may be largemouth bass 18 inches or longer. Possession limit = 10.

Can you swim in Caddo Lake?

Caddo Lake is a great spot for swimming. Earl G. Williamson Park in Oil City is one of the best kept secrets in the region. It’s a great family park and has a wonderful spot for swimming.

Where is Caddo Lake Resort located?

We are located in Uncertain, Texas, just minutes away from the historic cities of Jefferson and Marshall, and only 45 minutes from the casinos of Shreveport, Louisiana. Caddo Lake is the only natural lake in Texas, and Big Cypress Bayou and the sloughs and channels that make up Caddo Lake cover over 30,000 acres in both Texas and Louisiana.

What is the Caddo Lake Ranch Retreat?

The Retreat is fully furnished, offers cable television and a washer and dryer for guest use. The Caddo Lake Ranch House is located in Uncertain, Texas just a mile from the Caddo State Park and only minutes from Johnson’s Marina and Shady Glade Boat launch.

Is Caddo Lake the only lake in Texas?

Caddo Lake is the only natural lake in Texas, and Big Cypress Bayou and the sloughs and channels that make up Caddo Lake cover over 30,000 acres in both Texas and Louisiana. Hauntingly beautiful, quiet and unspoiled, Caddo Lake is rich in its diversity of plants and wildlife.

Why choose Caddo Lake Lodge and caboose?

Caddo Lake Lodge and Caboose opened on July 4, 2008 out of a lifelong dream of Kelly to own a fishing resort. Growing up, Kelly’s family vacationed on the Little Red River in Hebert Springs, AR at the Rainbow Resort. Many wonderful memories and great trout catches inspired the creation of Caddo Lake Lodge.