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  • What is Cedar Creek Lake?
    • Cedar Creek Lake is a northern Texas reservoir located fifty-five miles southeast of Dallas and is the fourth largest lake in Texas.
  • When and why was Cedar Creek Lake created?
    • The lake was formed in 1964 as a water supply for Tarrant County.
  • What makes Cedar Creek Lake unique?
    • It is one of the very few Texas lakes that allow waterfront property owners to have their own boathouse, making its real estate highly valued, particularly for retirement properties.
  • How many islands are in Cedar Creek Lake?
    • The lake has three islands, all maintained by Texas Parks and Wildlife as refuges for waterfowl.
  • What types of fish can be caught in Cedar Creek Lake?
    • Fishing is excellent in the lake, with stocks of blue, channel, and flathead catfish, as well as white, largemouth, and hybrid striped bass and crappie.
  • Where is the best fishing spot in Cedar Creek Lake?
    • The best fishing is found in the clear waters of the southern part of the lake.
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