Proctor Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir along the Leon River located in Comanche County in the U.S. state of Texas
Proctor Lake is a reservoir in Comanche County, Texas, formed by damming the Sabana and Leon rivers. It sits in a gently rolling landscape, with grassy banks and low brush lining most of its shoreline.
The lake was created in 1963 when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dammed the Sabana and Leon rivers for water supply and flood control. Florida largemouth bass were introduced in 1979, gradually turning it into a well-known fishing spot in the region.
The lake takes its name from the small nearby settlement of Proctor. On weekends, families and fishing enthusiasts from across the region gather along its shores, making it a hub of outdoor life in Comanche County.
Several parks around the lake offer camping, picnic areas, and walking trails, so it helps to decide in advance which area suits your plans. Sowell Creek Park has a roped-off swimming area, but there is no lifeguard on duty, so plan accordingly.
The water in the lake has a slight brownish tint that limits visibility to roughly 3 feet (about 1 meter). This condition suits hybrid striped bass particularly well, and anglers come from across the region specifically to target this species here.
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