Fishing

Lake Waco Offers Year-Round Fishing Access

Lake Waco is an 8,465-acre reservoir with multiple public boat ramps managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Lake Waco sits on the North, Middle, and South Bosque Rivers in McLennan County. The lake holds largemouth bass, white bass, channel, blue, and flathead catfish, crappie, and hybrid striped bass. White bass run up the rivers from February through April. Catfish are best in spring and early summer.

Multiple public boat ramps ring the lake, operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Some charge a launch or entry fee; others are free. The lake has special regulations on some fish species — check current TPWD rules before you go. Contact TPWD at (254) 666-5190 for up-to-date information.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Fishing Lake Waco

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Property Tax

McLennan CAD Handles Your Property Appraisal

McLennan Central Appraisal District sets property values for all 44 taxing entities in the county, but a separate office collects the tax.

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Property Tax Exemption

File for a Homestead Exemption to Lower Your Tax Bill

Texas homeowners who live in their home can file for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value of the property.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Ag Valuation Can Cut Taxes on Rural Land

Land used mainly for farming or ranching can be taxed on its agricultural value instead of its market value, which is usually much lower.

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Appraisal Protest

You Can Protest Your Property Appraisal

Property owners in McLennan County can formally challenge their appraised value each year if they believe it is too high.

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