Lake Limestone

Leon, Robertson, and Limestone Counties

Lake Limestone, spreading 12,553 acres with a maximum depth of 43 feet, is situated near the areas of Oletha, Old Union, Donie, and Jewett. This lake features prominent fishing, boating, and camping ability. Waco, Texas is a little over an hour away.

The closest airport, Waco Regional Airport, is an hour and fifteen minutes away, while the closest hospital, Limestone Medical Center, is 29 minutes away. Lake Limestone Store, the local grocer is 14 minutes away.

Dining Out

The area around Lake Limestone has a diverse restaurant scene, including well-rated barbeque at Matejka's Bar-B-Que, southern style cooking from Kosse Cafe, and a little Mexican flair from La Hacienda.

On the Water Fun

Bank access to Lake Limestone is limited to the four Brazos River Authority parks, including BRA Part #1, Limestone County Park #2, Limestone County Park #3, and Leon County Park. All options offer restrooms, parking, and picnic areas.

Two private marinas offer camping with water and electricity: Running Branch Marina and Limestone Marina.

The lake is claimed to have some of the best fishing of any central Texas lake, meaning that this is the primary activity enjoyed by most residents. Although, other activities like swimming and boating are available.

There is a wide variety of fish that can be caught here, ranging from largemouth bass, white bass, crappie, channel catfish, blue catfish, and flathead catfish.

Around the Lake

Old Fort Parker is a historical site that anyone wanting to learn about early pioneers needs to put on their list. It's a chance for guests to explore what frontier life was like in the 1830s.

Fort Parker State Park occupies 750 acres of rolling oak woodlands with a 750-acre lake and the only public boat ramp access to the Navasota River. Visitors can enjoy picnics, hiking trails, a nature center, fishing, biking, swimming, and much more.

Excellent Location for Lake Life

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or waterfront property, Lake Limestone is an excellent choice.