Lake Worthy

All 8,700 acres of Eagle Mountain Lake lie just outside of Fort Worth. With 93 miles of shoreline, endless amenities, and exceptional recreational opportunities, it’s easy to see its worth.

Essentials

Emergency medical assistance is quickly accessible a few minutes from the shore at Texas Health Methodist Hospital Azle. The nearest major airport is 20 minutes away at Fort Meacham International Airport.

Marine Life

Eagle Mountain Lake is a premier recreation destination in Northern Texas, and while the dam was finished as far back as 1934, it has long earned and maintained that reputation. The area boasts beautiful parks dotting the lake, including Eagle Mountain Park and Shady Grove Park. Designed for the nature lover, Eagle Mountain Park features more than 5 miles of hiking trail, among other amenities. For the recreationist, Shady Grove Park features softball fields, a tennis court, a volleyball court, and a playground. The waters are ideal for boating, wakeboarding, skiing, and relaxing. 

All along the shores, marinas and five public boat ramps are easily accessible. The lake has its own sense of community, and the place to be is always Party Cove, an area where boaters can tie up and enjoy the fun.

Eagle Mountain Lake was also used for far more than recreation. In 1942, the United States Marine Corps reserved an area on the lake’s eastern shore. The station established there was used for testing the Marine Corps glider program, but it would be short-lived as the program was canceled in May of 1943. Following this, the station was used for multiple purposes, including a remote control aircraft testing site. In 1944, the Marine Corps regained privileged use of the station, where it would become a night-fighter training site. While remnants of the station still exist today, the location was sold to a private citizen in the 1980s. 

Largemouth, spotted, and white bass can be fished at Eagle Mountain Lake for anglers looking to cast out a line. Channel catfish, blue catfish, and crappie also thrive here.

Love Where You Live

Eagle Mountain Lake has withstood the test of time, and its charm is as evergreen as its scenic setting.

Lake Information

  • Shoreline: 8,738 Mi.
  • Acreage: 8,694
  • Water Level: Seasonal Full Pool
  • Schedule: May-August
  • Water Drops: 10 ft
  • Ownership: Public
  • Dam Managed By: Tarrant Regional Water District
  • Dam Year Built: 1932
  • Public Boat Ramps: 5
  • Counties: Tarrant County, Wise County
  • Fish: Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass, White Bass, White Crappie
  • Sailing Clubs: Yes
  • Condos Available: Yes
  • Notable Events: Eagle Mountain Lake Classic Boat Show in June and the Parade of Lights in December, other events are specific to private sailing/boat clubs
  • Permit is not required to use the lake.

    Jet skis are allowed.

    Motorized boats are allowed.

    Houseboats are allowed.

    Boating restrictions (No).

    Dock restrictions (Yes). — Must obtain permit to construct or enhance (See http://www.trwd.com/docs/ordinances/emimprovpermitguidelines.pdf)

  • Resources Nearby

    Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    Address: International Pkwy, DFW Airport, TX 75261

    Kenneth Copeland Airport-4t2

    Address: 14355 Morris Dido Road, Newark, TX 76071

    Creek Harbor Fish Camp

    Phone: (817) 236-6111
    Address: 5929 Indian Creek Dr W Fort Worth, TX 76179

    Eagle Mountain Park

    Phone: (817) 335-2491
    Address: 11601 Morris Dido Newark Rd Fort Worth, TX 76179

    Golf Club at the Resort

    Phone: (817) 750-2178
    Address: 5700 The Resort Blvd Fort Worth, TX 76179

    Eagle Mountain Marina

    Phone: (817) 237-5588
    Address: 6500 Wells Burnett Rd Fort Worth, TX 76135

    Fort Worth Boat Club

    Phone: (817) 236-8393
    Address: 10000 Boat Club Rd Fort Worth, TX 76179

    Harbor One Marina

    Phone: (817) 236-8150
    Address: 9315 Boat Club Rd Fort Worth, TX 76179

    Lake County Marina

    Phone: (817) 236-8362
    Address: 9290 Live Oak Ln Fort Worth, TX 76179

    Lakeview Marina

    Phone: (817) 236-4633
    Address: E Peden Rd Fort Worth, TX 76179

    West Bay Marina

    Phone: (817) 444-1622
    Address: 6925 Liberty School Tap Rd Azele, TX 76020

    Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle

    Phone: (817) 444-8600
    Address: 108 Denver Trail Azle, TX 76020