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Purtis Creek State Park

City: Athens | Region: Prairies and Lakes

1,533-acre park includes 355-acre Purtis Creek Lake. Following its construction, the reservoir was stocked with Florida largemouth bass, channel catfish, copper-nose bluegills, shad and red-ear sunfish. 50 boat limit and no-wake rules are strictly enforced. Fishing is restricted to catch and release. Campsites with water and electricity, picnicking, playground, hiking, rest rooms. Swimming is permitted in lake and hiking trails are available. Take U.S. 175 northwest about 12 miles. Reservations accepted.

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Telephone #: 800/389-8900
Web Page: www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findade
st/parks/purtis_creek/