Eagle Mountain Lake

 

Eagle Mountain Lake is a freshwater Lake located about 12 miles northwest of Fort Worth, Texas. The lake was created in October of 1932 by damming the West Fork of the Trinity River.  Eagle Mountain Lake sits below Lake Bridgeport and above Lake Worth.  The lake offers public beaches, boat ramps, marinas, restaurants/bars, gas docks; boat & water toy rentals, camping, and more! Eagle Mountain Lake is also known for sport fishing of Largemouth, Spotted & White Bass; White Crappie, Catfish & Channel Catfish!

 

Fort Worth Boat Club

Membership to the internationally known Fort Worth Boat Club (est. 1929) is by invitation only. FWBC members enjoy a secluded family-oriented atmosphere with a swimming pool and tennis court. Amenities include a year-round, full-service restaurant and bar, large harbor with sailboat slips, covered boathouses and full harbor services including gasoline, hoist, launching, etc. Dry storage of boats is also available. On-site security is provided 24 hours a day. Non-sailors join the Boat Club as social members just to use the dining facilities with family and friends! Written applications must be endorsed by two FWBC members in good standing and approved by the Membership Committee. If no written objections are received once posted (for a minimum of two weeks) the applicant becomes a member. For more information, pricing, or to apply for membership please visit the FWBC office or call 817-236-8393.

Places to Launch

Lakeview Marina- 817-236-1331 6574  Singleton Road, Ft. Worth, TX  76179 http://www.lakeviewmarinatx.com/

Eagle Mountain Marina- 817-237-5558  6500 Wells Burnett Rd. Ft. Worth, 76135 http://www.marinequest.net/eaglemountain (Marina Del Restaurant onsite) Gas Dock.

Lake Country Marina- 817-236-8362 9290 Herring Drive Ft. Worth, 76179 http://www.marinequest.net/lakecountry (Scampi’s Cove Restaurant onsite) Gas Dock.

West Bay Marina- (817) 444-1622 From Jacksboro Highway (Texas 199) take FM 730 north to Timber Road and turn right. Turn north on Liberty School Road and follow to marina.

 

Creek Harbor Camp- (817) 236-6111 From FM 1220 Take Indian Creek west to ramp.

Harbor One- 817-236-8150 From Jacksboro Highway take Boat Club Road north 6 miles to marina. (The Spot! Restaurant & Bar onsite) Gas Dock.

 

CAMPING

Creek Harbor Camp - 817-236-6111 at Lakeview Marina http://www.lakeviewmarinatx.com   Cabins, Tents & RV Parking. Shady & quiet!

 

Eagle Mountain Park   Click for directions

 400-acre Park located in northwest Tarrant Country on Eagle Mountain Lake is open seven days a week from dawn until 30 minutes after sunset.  
Printable map of the trails: http://www.trwd.com/Files/Maps/EM%20Trail%20Map.pdf

 

 

Boat & Water Toy Rentals

Aqua Time Boat Rentals has pricing available online at http://aquatimerentals.com. To reserve a Ski boat, Deck boat, Pontoon boat; or water toys such as skis, knee and wakeboards, or fun shaped towables dial 1-877-910-BOAT.

For WaveRunner rentals call Jet Ski Rentals DFW of Eagle Mtn Lake at 817-875-9935 or visit http://jetskirentalsdfw.com

 

 

RESTAURANTS/BARS

Augies Sunset Café 6172 Park Rd. Ft. Worth,76135():  BLT’s, Burgers & Beers! Karaoke every Friday night.  Patio dining available. 817-237-5868

Cantrell’s Lakeview Grill (Weekends only through the boating season) Signature burgers, pork tenderloin, Godiva chocolate liquor brownies.  Relaxed waterfront restaurant located at 6574-B Singleton Rd. Ft. Worth, 76179.  817-236-1006

Scampi’s Cove: 9216 Live Oak Ln. Ft. Worth, 76179: Live music every Saturday night! Check out their event calendar online at http://www.scampiscove.com located at the Lake Country Marina. 817-236-8838

The Spot!: 9307 Boat Club Rd. Ft. Worth, 76179 817-236-4600

 

Real Estate

According to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) - As of October 1^st, 2010 there were 63 Eagle Mountain Lake waterfront homes for sale ranging in price at $119,000 for a 1,200sqft Condo to a 7,000sqft estate offered at $2,900,000.

 Several area neighborhoods have a boat ramp, boat slips, docks, beaches, and/or parks available exclusive to their residents. You will find all types of architecture new and old whether you’re searching for a condo, townhouse, executive zero-lot line, or sprawling manor! Some waterfront properties are available in gated communities, or in a subdivision which also features a golf course! Apartment rentals are also available.

I have the magic key to get you in to any listed property. Simply call 817-714-2898 today to discuss your waterfront or surrounding area real estate needs with me. I would be delighted to talk with you.

Area Links & Resources

Azle ISD: The Azle Independent School District

Eagle Mountain Classic Boat Club: http://www.emcbc.com

Eagle Mountain – Saginaw ISD: Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District

Eagle Mountain Lake Equestrian Center:  http://www.emlec.com

Eagle Mountain Park: http://www.trwd.com/EagleMountainPark.aspx

Catfish Guide: http://www.txcatfishguide.com/eagle_mountain_lake_catfish.html

Save Eagle Mountain Lake (NPO) / Because we all live Downstream http://www.seml.org  

Texas Parks & Wildlife: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/fish/recreational/lakes/eagle_mountain

 Upcoming Events

Feb 13th @ 8am $25 pre-registration
The Trail Run at Eagle Mountain Park
http://streamsandvalleys.org/events/friends-of-the-river/