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409 Chester Avenue
Wichita Falls, Texas 76301
(940) 766-2383
Wes Dutter, Biologist
Kickapoo Reservoir
Quick Links: Fishing Regulations | Angling Opportunities | Cover & Structure | Tips & Tactics
Lake Characteristics
Location: 29 miles from Wichita Falls in
southern Archer County
Surface area: 6,028 acres
Maximum depth: 48 feet
Impounded: 1947
Water Conditions
Current Lake Level
Conservation Pool Elevation: 1,045 ft. msl
Fluctuation: 6 feet
Normal Clarity: 1-2 feet visibility
Reservoir Controlling Authority
City of Wichita Falls
1300 7th Street
Wichita Falls, Texas 76307
(940) 761-7477
Aquatic Vegetation
Extremely limited in this turbid lake
Predominant Fish Species
Lake Records
Stocking History
Latest Survey Report
Lake Maps
None available
Fishing Regulations
All species are currently managed under statewide regulations.
Angling Opportunities
Species | Poor | Fair | Good | Excellent |
---|---|---|---|---|
Largemouth Bass | ||||
Catfish | ||||
Crappie | ||||
White bass |
Fishing Cover/Structure
Rip-rap, rocky points, and islands
Tips & Tactics
Bass tend to be shallow off points and islands. Catfish can be found throughout the reservoir but best catches are from the upper part. Crappie are popular off the Kickapoo fishing barge (fee required) using jigs and minnows.