Fishing

Coffee Mill Lake Has a Strong Crappie Fishery Inside Caddo Grasslands

Coffee Mill Lake sits inside the Caddo National Grasslands about 10 miles northeast of Bonham and is known for crappie, catfish, and sunfish.

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Coffee Mill Lake covers 650 acres. It reaches a maximum depth of 30 feet. The lake sits off FM 409 inside the Caddo National Grasslands Wildlife Management Area. It is open year-round.

Crappie is the main reason people fish here. Catfish and sunfish are also good options. A Texas fishing license is required. The lake is inside a Wildlife Management Area, so you must follow TPWD rules for that area too. Rules can include special seasons or catch limits. Check the TPWD website before you go. It lists current seasons, bag limits, and any special rules for Coffee Mill Lake.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Fishing Coffee Mill Lake

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Property Tax

Fannin County Has Two Separate Tax Offices

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Homestead Exemption

Apply for Your Homestead Exemption at the Fannin CAD

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Farm and Ranch Land Can Qualify for Lower Taxes in Fannin County

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