State Park / Fishing

Choke Canyon State Park Has a Unit in Live Oak County

Choke Canyon State Park's South Shore unit sits in Live Oak County and gives you access to a 25,670-acre reservoir with strong bass and catfish fishing.

Live Oak County The Great Outdoors

Choke Canyon State Park has two sections. The Calliham Unit (full-service, with camping) is in McMullen County. The South Shore Unit is in Live Oak County and is day-use only. Both are open daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Entry is $5 for adults; children 12 and under get in free.

The reservoir covers about 25,670 acres at full pool and was filled in 1982. Largemouth bass, blue catfish, crappie, and alligator gar are all popular targets. TPWD reports frequent catches of large bass and trophy alligator gar over six feet. Shore fishing does not require a fishing license. The park also attracts birders, especially during migration. Alligators are present — follow posted safety rules.

Source to confirm: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department — Choke Canyon State Park

More Live Oak County notes

Property Tax

Two Offices Handle Property Tax in Live Oak County

The appraisal district sets your home's value; a separate tax assessor-collector handles billing — but in Live Oak County, the appraisal district may actually collect the taxes.

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Oil and Gas / Mineral Rights

Eagle Ford Shale Runs Under Live Oak County

Live Oak County sits inside the Eagle Ford Shale play, so surface buyers here may not own the oil and gas below their land.

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Groundwater / Water Wells

A Local District Regulates Water Wells in Live Oak County

The Live Oak Underground Water Conservation District oversees well drilling in the county and may require permits before you dig.

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Wildlife Management Area / Hunting

James E. Daughtrey WMA Offers Public Hunting Near Choke Canyon

The 34,000-acre Daughtrey Wildlife Management Area spans Live Oak and McMullen counties and offers permitted public hunting in classic South Texas brush country.

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