Lake Nocona

View Listings

First-Class Fishing

Lake Nocona is a small-town fisher’s dream. Right on the border between Texas and Oklahoma, this lake is a favorite of more than one state! The 1,470 acres of water surface in Northern Texas — and the surrounding community — embody the phrase “Small Town, Big Fun.”

Essentials

While smaller airfields are available nearby, the nearest major airport is Wichita Falls Regional Airport, about an hour away. Medical care and emergency health services are quickly available at nearby Nocona General Hospital, 20 minutes away.

Life on the Frontier

Lake Nocona has known otter names throughout its life. The potential for the lake to aid in matters of mining, municipal, and industrial purposes was noticed by 1959. Farmer’s Creek Dam began construction the same year and finished in 1960. Lake Nocona is also known as Farmer’s Creek Reservoir due to its connection with the dam.

The name Nocona owes its roots to Peta Nocona, who was a chief of the indigenous Comanche. He was an instrumental figure in the Texan frontier and was an especially eminent American enemy during the Indian Wars. His story is exciting: his marriage to a white woman, his wars with frontiersmen, and the alleged legend of his death. While official accounts say that he and his family died attempting to escape the aftermath of the Battle of Pease River, reputable reports from his son Quanah Parker suggest that he did not succumb until 3–4 years later by former injuries. Quanah was no less influential, as his mixed heritage allowed him to foster positive relations between settlers and native tribes.

Parks, marinas, fishing piers, and campgrounds dot the shores of Lake Nocona. One can also find public access boat ramps around the reservoir.

Lake Nocona is the fourth-best lake in Texas for bass fishing! Lake Nocona is teeming with largemouth, white, and striped bass. Not only these, but anglers can reel in blue catfish, channel catfish, and crappie. The lake also features structures like rip-rap and timber, which make excellent cover for fish. 

Comanche Cornucopia

Whether looking for a recreational destination, a family home, or a superb fishing hole, a lake home on Lake Nocona won’t disappoint.

Lake Information

  • Deepest Depth: 80 ft
  • Acreage: 1,470
  • Water Level: Full Pool Year Round
  • Ownership: Public
  • Dam Managed By: North Montague County Water Supply District
  • Dam Year Built: 1959
  • Public Boat Ramps: 3
  • Counties: Montague County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass Hybrid, White Crappie
  • Sailing Clubs: Yes
  • Notable Events: City of Nocona has a July 4 fireworks show at Weldon Robb Park. "Nocona Nights"

  • Permit is not required to use the lake.

    Houseboats are allowed.

    Boating restrictions (No).

    Dock restrictions (No).

    • Resources Nearby

    Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    Address: 2400 Aviation Dr, DFW Airport, TX 75261

    Bowie Municipal Airport

    Address: US Hwy 59, Bowie, TX 76230

    Boone Park

    Phone: (940) 825-3282
    Address: FM2953 Nocona, TX 76255

    Cruisers RV PARK

    Phone: (817) 875-0363
    Address: 1894 FM 2634 Corner of FM 2634 and 3428 Nocona, TX 76255

    Wichita Falls Jellystone Park, Camp-Resort

    Phone: (940) 767-6700
    Address: 14145 US-287 Wichita Falls, TX 76310

    Indian Oaks Golf Club

    Phone: (940) 825-4213
    Address: 912 US-82 Nocona, TX 76255

    Nocona Hills Country Club

    Phone: (214) 699-9637
    Address: 9363, 179 Country Club Dr Nocona, TX 76255

    Turtle Hill Golf Course

    Phone: (940) 759-4896
    Address: 7708 FM373 Muenster, TX 76252

    Snow's Marina

    Phone: (940) 841-1690
    Address: 473 Snow Marina Rd Nocona, TX 76255

    Nocona General Hospital

    Phone: (940) 825-3235
    Address: 100 Park Rd Nocona, TX 76255