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Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit © TexasExplorer98 / CC BY 2.0
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RAY ROBERTS LAKE STATE PARK - JOHNSON BRANCH UNIT
RAY ROBERTS LAKE STATE PARK - JOHNSON BRANCH UNIT
100 Pw 4153
Valley View, Texas   76272
(lat:33.4298 lon:-97.0565) map location

Phone: 940-637-2294
1,514 acres is on the north side of the lake and opened in 1996.
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Fishing
The park offers fishing from the shore or a boat. Anglers can catch largemouth bass, catfish, and crappie here. There's also an accessible fishing pier for convenience. A fish cleaning station is available too.


Location
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit is located near Aubrey, Denton and Prosper

Picnicking
1. Numerous picnic tables are scattered throughout the park.
2. Picnic pavilions can be reserved for larger gatherings.
3. Grills available at most picnic sites for barbecuing.
4. Enjoy lakeside picnics with stunning views of Ray Roberts Lake.
5. Many shaded areas provide relief from Texas heat during your mealtime outdoors.

Birding
Birdwatchers can enjoy spotting various species like the Eastern Bluebird, Scissor-tailed Flycatcher and Painted Bunting. The park also houses Red-shouldered Hawks and Barred Owls. Birding trails are available for exploration with a chance to see waterfowl during winter months on the lake itself. A bird blind is provided for better viewing opportunities of these feathered creatures in their natural habitat.

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