Collin County has so many first-class things to offer — great schools, a healthy and dynamic businessenvironment, beautiful parks and green spaces, and much more. But not many of us think of fly fishing as a go-to entertainment option here, so it might come as a surprise that the fly fishing in Collin County’s creeks is truly exceptional.
From the big four (largemouth bass, sunfish, carp and catfish) to spotted bass, white bass, crappie (sac-a-lait), freshwater drum (gaspergou), gar (spotted, longnose and alligator), warmouth and others, the number and variety of fish in Collin County creeks, ponds and lakes are remarkable.
My recently published book, Urban Fly Fishing Dallas-Fort Worth, has a section devoted to the creeks of North Dallas and Collin County, with adventures in Rowlett Creek, Spring Creek and White Rock Creek. All are vibrant fisheries with excellent and easily accessible fishing opportunities…