Lakes & Recreation

Wood County Has Four Major Recreational Lakes

Wood County has four lakes used for fishing, boating, and recreation: Lake Fork Reservoir, Lake Quitman, Lake Winnsboro, and Lake Hawkins.

Wood County The Great Outdoors

Lake Fork Reservoir is the county's best-known lake and draws anglers from across the state for largemouth bass fishing. It sits on the border of Wood and Rains counties. Lake Quitman is near the county seat. Lake Winnsboro is near Winnsboro in the eastern part of the county. Lake Hawkins is near the town of Hawkins.

Each lake has its own access points, rules, and nearby facilities. TPWD manages fishing regulations for all four. If you are moving to Wood County, proximity to a lake can affect both recreation options and, in some areas, property flood zone risk — check FEMA flood maps at msc.fema.gov for any specific parcel near the water.

Source to confirm: Texas Almanac — Wood County

More Wood County notes

Property Tax Basics

Who Handles Property Taxes in Wood County

Two separate offices handle your property taxes — the appraisal district sets the value, and the tax assessor-collector sends the bill.

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Homestead Exemption

How to Lower Your Tax Bill with a Homestead Exemption

If your home in Wood County is your main residence, you likely qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces what you owe in property taxes.

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Ag Valuation

How Agricultural Land Gets a Lower Tax Value

Land used for farming, ranching, or timber in Wood County can be valued at its agricultural use — not its market price — which sharply reduces property taxes.

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Fishing Regulations

Fishing at Lake Fork: Special Rules You Need to Know

Lake Fork Reservoir in Wood County has strict catch rules for largemouth bass — most fish must be released, and only one trophy-size fish per day may be kept.

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