The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Arlington
Tarrant County, Texas · about 1,610 acres (2.5 sq mi)
75°F water, level steady, calm this morning.
About Lake Arlington
In Tarrant County, Texas, Lake Arlington covers about 1,610 acres.
From end to end it runs about 3.5 miles with roughly 10.7 miles of shoreline. At about 550 ft above sea level, it warms early in spring. The nearest town, Kennedale, is about 1.9 miles south. Arlington, the nearest city, is about 5 miles northeast.
- Size
- About 1,610 acres (2.5 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 10.7 miles
- End to end
- About 3.5 miles
- Elevation
- About 550 ft
- County
- Tarrant County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise
- 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Fair
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 3:45 pm – 6:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 15 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Texas mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 75°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Active early and late. Head to shade, docks and grass in midday.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
4 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
Steady over 7 days.
Latest reading .
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:57 am · sunset 5:28 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Arlington
- Kennedaleabout 1.9 mi south
- Pantegoabout 2.1 mi east
- Forest Hillabout 2.3 mi southwest
- Dalworthington Gardensabout 2.4 mi east
- Arlingtonnearest city, about 5 mi northeast
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Questions about Lake Arlington
What fish are in Lake Arlington?
Lakes like Lake Arlington usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Arlington?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Lake Arlington?
About 1,610 acres, with about 10.7 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Arlington?
Kennedale is about 1.9 miles south; Pantego is about 2.1 miles east.
What is the water temperature at Lake Arlington today?
The surface was about 75°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Arlington on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
