Fun Activities At Lake Bob Sandlin In Texas
East Texas is home to Lake Bob Sandlin. This 9400 acre lake features a 639 acre State Park along the north side of the lake’s wooded shoreline. The area around Lake Bob Sandlin was once occupied by the Caddoan people from about 200 B.C. to 1700 A.D.
During the French and Spanish explored the area and built relationships with the Caddo, Choctaw, Cherokee, and Kickapoo Native Americans in the late’th to early’th century. Today the area is mainly used for farming, ranching, and recreation.
Outdoor activities like hiking, mountain biking, and camping are popular things to do at the state park. Boating, fishing, water skiing, and wake boarding are popular activities on the water. Lake Bob Sandlin has an abundant population of fish including largemouth bass, catfish, and crappie.
Nature lovers and bird watchers will find an abundance of wildlife and birds that can be visible year round. Eagles can be spotted flying through the area during the wintertime.
Lake Bob Sandlin is about 65 feet deep at the deepest point and its water level changes by about 2 to 3 feet per year. The water clarity is rated as good with a visibility of 2 to 4 feet deep. The lake is located to the southwest of Mount Pleasant, Texas.
There are many real estate opportunities available around the lake including lakefront and lake view homes. Many homes feature docks and boat houses. The homes around the lake are generally considered to be second homes but some are occupied year round.
The Peninsulas is a great choice if you are looking for a custom or luxury home in a gated community. With a 24 hour manned security house, this gated community features 163 of the best acres along the lake. The amenities include a member’s only private beach, a swimming pool, docks, and a lounge area. Golfers, there are several public and private golf courses within thirty miles of the lake.
Hubert Miles is the founder of Gated Communities USA which features the best Gated Communities in the USA and Internationally. Find information on The Peninsulas at Lake Bob Sandlin.
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