Texas trout stocking schedule

TPWD has not posted the 2026-27 winter schedule yet. The latest one we have is for 2025-26 (Nov 25, 2025 to Mar 8, 2026); its dates are shown for reference only, and these pages update when TPWD posts the next one. In the years we have records for (2020, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025), TPWD posted it between Nov 16 and Nov 20. That points to about Nov 16 to Nov 19 this year; it is our estimate from past years, not a TPWD date.

197 sites are on TPWD's list, with about 341,648 trout listed in total for the season. Stocked trout are a cool-season fish: TPWD stocks them in ponds, lakes and rivers that stay cold enough in winter.

Trout stocking this week · Neighborhood Fishin' ponds · 2025-26 season in numbers

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Winter trout events

Intro to Trout Fishing (Mansfield), Mansfield (Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park, 1650 Matlock Rd). Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. A class for kids and new anglers on catching rainbow trout at a Mansfield pond TPWD stocks, with a look at trout baits, lures and what makes good trout habitat. The city supplies equipment and bait. Ages 3 to 16, with a parent staying for the whole class. Pre-registration is required; the registration page lists the fee. Anglers 16 and older need a valid Texas fishing license to fish in Mansfield parks.. City of Mansfield class registration page (ActiveKids), read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park (large pond).
Mason County WinterFisch, Mason (James River Crossing, Hwy 2389, on the Llano River). Sat, Dec 5, 2026 to Sun, Feb 28, 2027. Celebration Saturday, Dec 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; the season runs through Sunday, Feb 28, 4 p.m. A winter-long trout season on the Llano River with a kickoff celebration. TPWD contributes 1,500 trout, many of them tagged for prizes. The celebration adds fishing and outdoor demonstrations, instruction, cooking fresh-caught trout, live music and food from local vendors. All ages. A Texas fishing license is needed (under 17 is free). The page lists no admission fee for the celebration. Dos Rios RV Park charges day-use fees to fish from its property after Dec 5; the James River Icehouse allows free access in business hours.. Mason County Chamber of Commerce calendar, read Oct 17, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Llano River at FM 2389.
Youth Fishing Derby (Georgetown), Georgetown (San Gabriel Park). Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 7 to 9 a.m. (check-in 6:30 to 7 a.m.; the derby starts at the horn) A morning derby for kids at San Gabriel Park with prizes for kids who catch a fish. A limited amount of trout bait is sold on site. Ages 12 and under. $5 per child, advance registration required. Registration opens Mon, Nov 2 for Georgetown residents and Tue, Nov 3 for nonresidents. Bait on site is $5. A fishing license is required for anglers 17 and older.. City of Georgetown Youth Fishing Derby page, read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: San Gabriel Park.
Family, Fishin' & Fun at Nolan Creek, Belton (Nolan Creek). Fri, Dec 18, 2026 to Tue, Dec 29, 2026. Two dates: Friday, Dec 18 and Tuesday, Dec 29, 2026. The city's page lists no times. An annual family event along Nolan Creek where the creek is stocked with rainbow trout from TPWD's program. Families bring rods and fish. Families. Free. Bait is provided while supplies last, and the city says no fishing license is required during the event.. City of Belton Parks and Recreation events page, read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Nolan Creek.
Kids Trout Derby at Fort Richardson State Park, Jacksboro (Quarry Lake, behind the Park Headquarters). Sat, Dec 19, 2026. Saturday, Dec 19, 2026, 9 a.m. to noon Kids 12 and under join a trout derby at Quarry Lake for a chance to win prizes. Adults get free entry when they bring kids, and the park serves donuts, coffee and hot chocolate. Kids 12 and under, with adults. Adults get free entry when bringing kids to take part.. TPWD events calendar, read Nov 4, 2026.
The BIG Catch: Reelin' in the Holidays (Temple), Temple (Lions Park Pond, 4320 Lions Park Rd). Sat, Dec 19, 2026. Saturday, Dec 19, 2026, 9 a.m. to noon A kids fishing derby for winter trout at Lions Park Pond. No gear is needed: loaner poles, tackle and bait are provided. Kids and families. Free. Loaner poles, tackle and bait are provided.. Discover Temple event listing, read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Temple Lion's Park Lake.
Trout Time at Guadalupe River State Park, Spring Branch (Guadalupe River State Park, at the river below the day-use parking lot). Sat, Jan 16, 2027. Saturday, Jan 16, 2027, ending at noon; the drawing is for fish caught between 9 a.m. and noon Anglers of all ages fish for TPWD-stocked rainbow trout. Catch a fish between 9 a.m. and noon and take it to the registration table (or show a photo) to enter the prize drawing; first-time catchers get a certificate. A limited supply of loaner rods and tackle is available first come, first served. All ages. TPWD's page does not state a price for this program. Check in at the registration table at the bottom of the main day-use staircase; the daily limit is 5 rainbow trout per person.. TPWD events calendar, read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Guadalupe State Park (Guadalupe River).
Kid Fish at Fort Parker State Park, Mexia (Fort Parker State Park, Lake Springfield). Sat, Feb 13, 2027. Saturday, Feb 13, 2027, in time slots; arrive 30 minutes before your slot to get an entry permit at the front office Kids fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield, with a special above-ground pond for little ones. A pole and bait are provided, and every participant takes home a free rod and reel. Kids from pre-K up to 17. Free entry for kids. Pre-registration is required: call Park Headquarters at (254) 562-5751.. TPWD events calendar, read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Springfield (Fort Parker State Park Lake).
Annual Trout Holdover Tournament (Guadalupe River), New Braunfels (Headquarters: Rio Guadalupe Resort, 14130 River Rd). This winter's date is not posted yet. Last year: Saturday, Nov 8, 2025. Entry was $75, $100 with a personal boat and $200 per person on a guided boat. This year's date is not posted yet. A catch, photo and release tournament on the Guadalupe. Catch data (species, size, location) goes to TPWD for its Guadalupe River trout survivability study. Anglers who fish the Guadalupe tailrace. Last year's entry was $75 to $200 per person, by boat type.. Texas Hill Country Fly Fishers event page, read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Canyon Tailrace (Guadalupe River).
Denison trout derbies, Denison (Waterloo Lake Pond). This winter's date is not posted yet. Last winter: Howard Caylor Adult Trout Derby, Sat Jan 3, 2026; Family Fellowship Trout Derby, Sat Feb 7, 2026, 9 to 11:30 a.m.; Youth Trout Derby, Sat Feb 28, 2026 (ages 16 and under). Three derbies at Waterloo Lake Pond each winter: an adult derby, a family derby and a youth derby. Adults, families and youth, by derby. Last winter's Family Fellowship Derby cost $5 to $10 per angler with online registration; anglers 17 and older needed a Texas fishing license.. City of Denison, read Oct 17, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Waterloo Park Pond.
Fredericksburg Kid Fish Day, Fredericksburg (Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, Live Oak Creek). This winter's date is not posted yet. Last winter: Saturday, Jan 10, 2026, 9 a.m. to noon. A free morning of fishing for kids in Live Oak Creek, stocked with rainbow trout. Poles, bait and tackle are provided, and you may bring your own. Kids. Free.. City of Fredericksburg news post, read Oct 17, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Lady Bird (Fredericksburg Municipal Park).
Frisco Trick-A-Trout, Frisco (Warren Sports Complex, 7599 Eldorado Pkwy). This winter's date is not posted yet. Last winter: early February 2026. The city's page says "See you in 2027" and lists no date yet. A free morning for kids to catch stocked rainbow trout, 9 to 12 inches long, about 3,500 of them from TPWD's Neighborhood Fishin' program. Adults may help but do not fish until the children's event ends. Anglers 16 and under. Free; no registration.. City of Frisco, read Oct 17, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Warren Park Lake.
Go Fish! Hutto Annual Trout Derby, Hutto (Adam Orgain Park, 1001 County Road 137). This winter's date is not posted yet. Last winter: Saturday, Jan 31, 2026, 2 to 4 p.m. A free family trout derby at the park pond, which TPWD stocked with 1,225 rainbow trout last winter. Families and anglers of all ages. Free admission. Anglers 17 and older need a Texas fishing license; youth fish with an adult.. Hutto Parks & Recreation, read Oct 17, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Adam Orgain Park Pond.
Kid Fish: Catch a Rainbow Trout (Cedar Hill State Park), Cedar Hill (Cedar Hill State Park, Perch Pond). This winter's date is not posted yet. Last winter: Saturday, Feb 7, 2026, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Perch Pond. No fishing license was needed during the event. This winter's date is not posted yet. A come-and-go event to learn the basics of fishing for rainbow trout stocked by TPWD. Bait and a limited supply of loaner equipment are available. Youth and adults. Last winter it was free with park entry ($7 per person, free for children 12 and under, or a TPWD park pass).. TPWD events calendar, read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Cedar Hill State Park Perch Pond.
McKinney Towne Lake Trout Derby, McKinney (Towne Lake Park). This winter's date is not posted yet. Last winter: Saturday, Feb 7, 2026, 8 to 11 a.m., at Towne Lake Park. A food vendor was on site. This winter's date is not posted yet. A trout fishing contest at Towne Lake Park. The city lists fishing contests, a 5-trout daily bag, and no pole or bait provided, so bring your own. Kids and adults. The city's page lists no entry fee. Anglers under 17 do not need a license. Pole and bait are not provided.. City of McKinney (page saved as a PDF), read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Towne Lake.
Troutfest TX, New Braunfels (Lazy L&L Campgrounds). This winter's date is not posted yet. Last held Saturday, Feb 21, 2026, at Lazy L&L Campgrounds. The host's page does not give a date for the next one yet. An annual cold-water fisheries celebration and banquet put on by Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited to support the river's trout fishery. Fly anglers and conservation supporters. Tickets are sold on the host's page; the price is listed there.. Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited, read Nov 4, 2026. TPWD stocking dates: Canyon Tailrace (Guadalupe River).

Events are run by the hosts shown, not by TexCast or TPWD. Dates and rules can change, so confirm with the host.

By region

All stocking sites (197)

Ablon Park Pond (Garland), Garland
Adam Orgain Park Pond, Hutto
Amsler Park, McGregor
Andrews City, Andrews
Arena Park Pond, Marshall
Ascarate, El Paso
Bailey Lake, Burleson
Bandera City Park Lake, Bandera
Bane Park Lake, Houston
Beal Park Lake, Midland
Bear Creek Park (Keller) - CFL, Keller
Beaver Pond - Cypress Creek Park, Spring
Bell-Vue Park, Waxahachie
Ben Gill Park Pond, Terrell
Bethany Park Pond C, Allen
Blanco State Park #3, Blanco
Blanco State Park #4, Blanco
Blue (Palestine), Palestine
Blue Hole Park Lake (CFL), Georgetown
Bluebonnet Park Lake, Ennis
Bob Jones Park (Southlake), Southlake
Bob Sandlin State Park, Mt. Pleasant
Bradfield Pond 2, Buda
Bridge Bob's Pond, Mineola
Buena Vista Park Lake, Waco
Buescher State Park, Bastrop
Bullfrog Pond, Austin
Burke-Crenshaw Lake, Pasadena
Burroughs Park, Tomball
Byron Stewart Park Lake, Cleburne
C. J. Kelly Park Pond, Midland
Cal Young Park Lake, Abilene
Canyon Southeast Park Lake, Canyon
Canyon Tailrace (Guadalupe River), New Braunfels
Carl Barton Jr. Park Pond, Conroe
Carl Levin City Park Pond, Harker Heights
Caruth Park (University Park) CFL, University Park
Carver Park Lake - CFL, Texas City
Caudle, Hale Center
Cedar Hill State Park Perch Pond, Cedar Hill
Central Park Pond #1, College Station
Chandler Park (Mansfield) (CFL), Mansfield
Chris Burkett Service Center Pond, Mansfield
Claiborne West Park, Beaumont
Clear Fork Creek (Lockhart State Park), Lockhart
Comanche Trails (Big Springs), Big Spring
Comanche Trails Park (Odessa), Odessa
Copperas Cove City, Copperas Cove
Crane County Pond, Crane
Cy Miller Pond, College Station
Dennis Johnston Park, Spring
Doornbos Park, Nederland
Dow Park Pool, Deer Park
Eagle Pass City Lake- 2 (CFL), Eagle Pass
Earl Scott Pond, San Antonio
Early Town center - (CFL), Early
Eisenhower Park Pond, Houston
Elder Lake, Kilgore
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park (large pond), Mansfield
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park (small pond), Mansfield
Faulkner Park Lake (Tyler), Tyler
First Capital Park Pond, West Columbia
Fort Boggy State Park, Centerville
Fort Griffin State Historic Site - Pond 1 - CFL, Grahm
Fort Richardson State Park, Jacksboro
Foster Park, San Angelo
Frontier Park Pond (Community Park, Prosper), Prosper
Gabbard Park Pond, College Station
Garner State Park (Frio River), Leakey
George Bush Park (Delta Lake), Katy
Glen Rose Town Lake, Glen Rose
Green Valley Community park east pond (North Richland Hills), North Richland Hills
Greenbriar Park (Fort Worth), Fort Worth
Guadalupe State Park (Guadalupe River), Spring Branch
Harry Myers Park SE Pond (Rockwall), Rockwall
Harry Myers Park SW Pond (Rockwall), Rockwall
Hart Pundt Lake (CFL), Spring
Haskell City Park - CFL, Haskell
Hearne Eastside Park Pond - Gomez Park, Hearne
Heritage park (flower mound), Flower Mound
Heritage Park Lake, Mount Pleasant
Herman Little Pond, Spring
Hi-Lions (Southside Lions Park), San Antonio
Hidden Vista, Burleson
Hockley Rec. Complex, Hockley
Holland Lake Park, Weatherford
Hurst Chisholm Park, Hurst
Hynds Park Pond, Van Alstyne
James G. Thompson Park Pond, Pottsboro
Jasper City Park Pond, Jasper
Johnson Branch 2, Cooke
Jones Creek Ranch, Richmond
Josey Ranch Park South Pond (Carrollton) - CFL, Carrollton
Joshua City Park Pond, Joshua
Kickerillo-Mischer, Houston
Kidd Springs Park, Dallas
Kingfisher Lake, Austin
Kleberg-Rylie Recreation Center (Dallas) - CFL, Dallas
Knierim, Bronte
Kosse City Park Pond, Kosse
L.B.J. State Park, Fredericksburg
Lady Bird (Fredericksburg Municipal Park), Fredericksburg
Lake Centex, Athens
Lake Dabney, Kingwood
Lake Friendswood, Friendswood
Lake Highlands North Park, Dallas
Lake Melton, Sulphur Springs
Lake Strike King, Athens
Lake Zebco, Athens
Lakeside Park (Duncanville), Duncanville
Lakeside Park Pond, Nacogdoches
Lakeview Park Pond, Corpus Christi
Lamesa 9th Street Park Lake, Lamesa
Lancaster Community Park, Dallas
Landmark Inn State Park (Mill Tailrace), Castroville
Leonard Johns Park Pond (Flower Mound), Flower Mound
Lewisville Tailrace (Elm Fork Trinity River), Lewisville
Live Oak City (small pond), San Antonio
Llano River (Castell downstream), Llano
Llano River (Grenwelge Park), Llano
Llano River at FM 2389, Mason
LNVA Barrier Pond, Beaumont
Lobo Lake, Levelland
Lockhart City #1, Lockhart
Lost Maples State Park - Lower, Vanderpool
Louise Hays Park (CFL), Kerrville
Mark McGrath Park Pond (Meadows Place), Meadows Place
Mary Jo Peckham Park, Katy
Medical Center South, Amarillo
Meridian State Park, Meridian
Mesquite City Lake, Mesquite
Meyer Park Pond, Houston
Mike Lewis Park, Grand Prairie
Miller's Pond, San Antonio
Missouri City C.P.L., Missouri City
Monahans Perch Pond, Monahans
Mont Belvieu City Park, Cove
Moore Road Park West Pond, Coppell
Murphy City Hall Pond, Murphy
Mustang Creek Park, Waxahachie
Nolan Creek, Belton
Oakes Street, San Angelo
Old Orchard Park Pond, Diboll
Onion Creek - Upper Falls, Austin
Owen Park Pond, Conroe
Palmetto State Park Artesian well pond #1, Luling
Palmetto State Park Artesian well pond #2, Luling
Palo Duro Stilling Basin, Spearman
Paluxy River at Dinosaur Valley SP, Glen Rose
Pampa City, Pampa City
Pear Trees Pond, Wills Point
Peavine Pinion Pond - Sulphur Springs City Park, Sulphur Springs
Pebblebrook Community Park Pond, Sherman
Pena Colorado, Marathon
Pittsburg City Lake (Fair Park City Pond), Pittsburg
Plum Lake, Wichita Falls
Possum Kingdom Tailrace, Graford
Randol Mill Duck Pond, Arlington
Red Oak Municipal Lake, Red Oak
Resoft Park Lake, Alvin
Rheudasil Park (Flower Mound), Flower Mound
Rita Blanca Kids Fishing Pond, Dalhart
River Park Clear Fork of the Trinity River (Fort Worth), Fort Worth
Riverside Park Duck Pond, Victoria
Rose Park (Mansfield), Mansfield
Rowlett Community Park South Pond, Rowlett
Ruddick Park, Colorado City
Samuell Farm Pond #4, Dallas
San Gabriel Park, Georgetown
Sandpiper pond at cypress creek park, Spring
Seymour Pond North, Seymour
Sheldon State Park Children's #1, Houston
Sonora Park (Kennedale) - CFL, Kennedale
South Lakes Park Pond, Denton
South Llano River State Park, Junction
South Weeks, Wichita Falls
Splash Park Pond (Royse City), Royse City
Sports Complex Park (CFL) - Waxahachie, Waxahachie
Spring Lake Park, Texarkana
Springfield (Fort Parker State Park Lake), Mexia
Stockdale Park Pond CFL, Stockdale
Taylor Park Pond (Taylor Park - Granger Lake), Taylor
Teague Park, Longview
Temple Lion's Park Lake, Temple
Theo (Caprock Canyon), Quitaque
Tom Bass I, Houston
Towne Lake, McKinney
Trinity Park Clear Fork Trinity River, Fort Worth
Two - Acre Lake, Canton
Tyler Nature Center Pond, Tyler
Tyler State Park, Tyler
Waldron Park - CFL, Flour Bluff
Warren Park Lake, Frisco
Waskom City Pond (CFL), Waskom
Waterloo Park Pond, Denison
Winchester Lake, Chandler
Woldert Park Pond, Tyler

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Source: TPWD winter trout stocking schedule, 2025-26 season, read Sep 24, 2026. Dates and places can change or be cancelled, so check TPWD before you go. TexCast is not part of TPWD.

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