What fish are at Amon G. Carter?

Fishing Amon G. Carter is most likely to be for Largemouth Bass. Largemouth Bass accounts for 11 of 24 plants on record, ahead of Threadfin Shad and 2 more. Largemouth Bass was last stocked July 1, 2019. Threadfin Shad was last stocked July 1, 2003. Channel Catfish was last stocked July 1, 1972. Lone Star Bass was last stocked July 1, 2025.

Amon G. Carter fishing

Fishing at Amon G. Carter is on a reservoir, stocked with Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Threadfin Shad, and Lone Star Bass. It is stocked about 0.4 times a year since 1966, most often in July. Species guides list dusk and night for Channel Catfish and dawn and dusk for Largemouth Bass.

Last stocked

July 1, 2025

Plants on record

Since 1966

Species recorded

Elevation

920 ft

Common questions

What fish are at Amon G. Carter?: Fishing Amon G. Carter is most likely to be for Largemouth Bass. Largemouth Bass accounts for 11 of 24 plants on record, ahead of Threadfin Shad and 2 more. Largemouth Bass was last stocked July 1, 2019. Threadfin Shad was last stocked July 1, 2003. Channel Catfish was last stocked July 1, 1972. Lone Star Bass was last stocked July 1, 2025.
When is Amon G. Carter stocked?: Last stocked July 1, 2025. It is stocked about 0.4 times a year since 1966, most often in July. The first plant of the year usually falls in the first week of July. In 2025 it was July 1, 2025, about when it usually is. No plants recorded in 41 years between 1966 and 2025.
How do you get on Amon G. Carter?: Shore fishing is available, there is a boat ramp, and no fee is required. The nearest town is Bowie, TX. Facilities include dock. Selma Park has a ramp that accommodates all boat types plus shoreline access with two fishing piers; Big Sandy Creek has a second ramp. Both are free and operated by the City of Bowie.
Which lakes near Amon G. Carter were stocked more recently?: Bridgeport (22.2 mi) and Nocona (29.6 mi) were stocked more recently. Bridgeport is also stocked with Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Threadfin Shad, and Lone Star Bass and Nocona is also stocked with Threadfin Shad, Largemouth Bass, and Lone Star Bass.

Access and facts

Water type: reservoir
Nearest town: Bowie, TX
Shore access: Yes
Boat ramp: Yes
Fee required: No
Facilities: dock

Selma Park has a ramp that accommodates all boat types plus shoreline access with two fishing piers; Big Sandy Creek has a second ramp. Both are free and operated by the City of Bowie.

Sources: tpwd.texas.gov, accessed September 23, 2026 , tpwd.texas.gov, accessed September 23, 2026 , tpwd.texas.gov, accessed September 23, 2026 , tpwd.texas.gov, accessed September 23, 2026 , tpwd.texas.gov, accessed September 23, 2026 , tpwd.texas.gov, accessed September 23, 2026 , tpwd.texas.gov, accessed September 23, 2026

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How Amon G. Carter is stocked

The first plant of the year usually falls in the first week of July. In 2025 it was July 1, 2025, about when it usually is.

No plants recorded in 41 years between 1966 and 2025.

Bridgeport (22.2 mi) and Nocona (29.6 mi) were stocked more recently. Bridgeport is also stocked with Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Threadfin Shad, and Lone Star Bass and Nocona is also stocked with Threadfin Shad, Largemouth Bass, and Lone Star Bass.

Fish at Amon G. Carter

Fishing Amon G. Carter is most likely to be for Largemouth Bass. Largemouth Bass accounts for 11 of 24 plants on record, ahead of Threadfin Shad and 2 more.

Largemouth Bass 11 plants

Plants: 11 of 24
Last stocked: July 1, 2019

Seasons and rigs are on the Largemouth Bass guide.

Threadfin Shad 6 plants

Plants: 6 of 24
Last stocked: July 1, 2003

Channel Catfish 5 plants

Plants: 5 of 24
Last stocked: July 1, 1972

Seasons and rigs are on the Channel Catfish guide.

Lone Star Bass 2 plants

Plants: 2 of 24
Last stocked: July 1, 2025

Fish stocked per year

8,0001966
40,0001969
25,0001970
98,0001971
5,0001972
8001978
1,8001980
77,5331982
36,9801983
103,4321984
60,1601985
106,5002000
106,8162001
9252003
6,4972013
162,7032018
36,9302019
38,4672022
36,3922025

Stocking history

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Source: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Date	Species	Quantity	Avg. length	Source
July 1, 2025	Lone Star Bass	36,392	–	report
July 1, 2022	Lone Star Bass	38,467	–	report
July 1, 2019	Largemouth Bass	36,930	–	report
July 1, 2018	Largemouth Bass	162,703	–	report
July 1, 2013	Largemouth Bass	6,497	–	report
July 1, 2003	Threadfin Shad	500	–	report
July 1, 2003	Threadfin Shad	425	–	report
July 1, 2001	Largemouth Bass	106,816	–	report
July 1, 2000	Largemouth Bass	106,500	–	report
July 1, 1985	Largemouth Bass	56,000	–	report
July 1, 1985	Largemouth Bass	60	–	report
July 1, 1985	Threadfin Shad	4,100	–	report
July 1, 1984	Largemouth Bass	101,932	–	report
July 1, 1984	Threadfin Shad	1,500	–	report
July 1, 1983	Largemouth Bass	36,980	–	report
July 1, 1982	Largemouth Bass	77,533	–	report
July 1, 1980	Threadfin Shad	1,800	–	report
July 1, 1978	Threadfin Shad	800	–	report
July 1, 1972	Channel Catfish	5,000	–	report
July 1, 1971	Largemouth Bass	75,000	–	report
July 1, 1971	Channel Catfish	23,000	–	report
July 1, 1970	Channel Catfish	25,000	–	report
July 1, 1969	Channel Catfish	40,000	–	report
July 1, 1966	Channel Catfish	8,000	–	report

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Species stocked here

Depth-by-season, top lures, and bait notes for each species stocked here are on its own species guide, linked above.