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 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Kemp
Baylor County, Texas · about 7,080 acres (11.1 sq mi)
67°F water, level steady, calm this morning.
About Lake Kemp
Lake Kemp spreads over about 7,080 acres in Baylor County, Texas.
From end to end it runs about 6.1 miles with roughly 49 miles of shoreline. At about 1,140 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Seymour lies about 8.5 miles to the south. Wichita Falls, the nearest city, is about 39 miles east.
- Size
- About 7,080 acres (11.1 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 49 miles
- End to end
- About 6.1 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,140 ft
- County
- Baylor County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise
- 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 mph
Saturday Slow
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, white bass, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 67°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Fall feed. They chase baitfish into creeks and coves.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodWhite bass
Schools chasing bait on points. Watch for splashes.
- 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
- 6
- 7
6 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 7:07 am · sunset 5:34 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Kemp
- Seymourabout 8.5 mi south
- Electraabout 21 mi northeast
- Vernonabout 24 mi north
- Hollidayabout 26 mi east
- Wichita Fallsnearest city, about 39 mi east
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Questions about Lake Kemp
What fish are in Lake Kemp?
Lakes like Lake Kemp usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Kemp?
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 Kemp?
About 7,080 acres, with about 49 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Kemp?
Seymour is about 8.5 miles south; Electra is about 21 miles northeast.
What is the water temperature at Lake Kemp today?
The surface was about 67°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Kemp on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
