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Description and History
The lake has been described as "the sparkling jewel that anchors the park and its surrounding attractions". It has three islands, two of which are designated for migratory birds. Visitors can fish at Bob's Fishing Pier or ride pedal boats.

The lake was expanded and restored during 1999–2001, and was reopened by Mayor Lee Brown in April 2001. The project cost $4 million. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department restocked the lake, and fishing permits started being issued again in 2002.

Fish
Since 2001, McGovern Lake has been regularly stocked with a variety of different species of fish. The species stocked in McGovern Lake include Channel Catfish, Blue Catfish, Bluegill Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, and Rainbow Trout. Fishing is available at McGovern Lake for senior citizens over 65 years of age and for children under 12 years of age. Fishing is catch and release only.

Birds
Two of the three islands on McGovern Lake are designated habitats for migratory birds. Some observed species include Muscovy Duck, Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, and Mallard.

Plants
Hermann Park is home to a wide array of different plant species. These plant species include, the Loblolly Pine, Yaupon Holly, Maximilian Sunflower, King Ranch Bluestem, Eastern Poison Ivy, and many more.

Ecoregion
McGovern Lake is located in the city of Houston in Harris County, Texas. McGovern Lake is located in the Gulf Costal Plain biome.