World famous LAKE FORK began construction in 1972. It was stocked with Florida strain largemouth bass in 1978 and opened in 1980. Modern fishery management efforts and excellent fish habitat have contributed to making LAKE FORK known as "the big bass capitol of Texas". Of the top 50 bass in Texas, 36 have come from LAKE FORK, one of the most premier trophy bass lakes in the U.S.

LAKE FORK covers almost 28,000 acres or 43 square miles. Most is flooded timber, (a good reason to hire a guide!). The two main arms are about 12 miles each in length, with many creeks and coves, encompassing 315 miles of shoreline.

LAKE FORK reservoir is located about 100 miles east of Dallas and west of Shreveport, La. It is located in the beautiful rolling hills of east Texas, with many oaks, pines and wildflowers.