Lake Rules and Regulations
Bane, Burroughs, Dennis Johnston, Kickerillo-Mischer, Meyer, and Pundt parks are classified as community fishing lakes in the state of Texas, so catch-and-release fishing is encouraged. Fishing is by pole and line only; anglers may not use more than two poles while fishing. For any species not listed below, please refer to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s bag and size limits
|
Species |
Daily Bag Limits |
Length Limits |
| Bluegill | No limit | No limit |
| Channel Catfish | 3 | 12 inches |
| Largemouth Bass | Catch-and-release | No limit |
| Rainbow Trout | 5 | No limit |
Creek Rules and Regulations
Fishing is permitted along the banks of Cypress and Spring creeks within Collins Park, Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center, and Pundt Park. Late winter and early spring are successful times for catching white bass and crappie, while catfish can be caught year-round.
With the exception of the species listed below, there are no statewide bag or length limits for the fish pictured above.
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Species |
Daily Bag Limits |
Length Limits |
| Alligator Gar | 1 | No limit |
| Catfish (Blue/Channel) | 25 (in any combination) |
12 inches |
| Crappie (Black/White) |
25 |
10 inches |
| Flathead Catfish | 5 | 18 inches |
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | 14 inches |
| White Bass | 25 | 10 inches |
Resources
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Fishing enthusiasts can experience many unique fishing opportunities year-round in Harris County Precinct 4.
Each winter, several Precinct 4 lakes receive rainbow trout from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD). Anglers can catch bluegill, channel catfish, and largemouth bass in lakes throughout the year, as well as a wide variety of fish along Cypress and Spring creeks. Late winter and early spring are successful times for catching white bass and crappie, while catfish can be caught year-round.
Please recycle monofilament line. Recycling bins are available at all parks that allow fishing. This recycling program is offered through TPWD with a partnership from Texas Sea Grant.
All TPWD rules and regulations apply to public waterways within Precinct 4. For more information on fishing regulations, licensing, and stocking, please contact the TPWD at:
800-792-1112