This is the history of Johnson's Ranch and Caddo Lake according to Billy Carter. It's his story and he's sticking to it.

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In 1811, the chief of the Caddo Indians living in the wetlands of what is now known as Caddo Lake, had a vision that he must move his people to higher ground. The ground shook as the Native Americans quickly left the area that had been home. The New Madrid earthquake opened the earth, forming Caddo and her sister lake, Reelfoot, in Tennessee. The great upheaval caused major wave action to move up stream on the Mississippi River, appearing as a backward flow on the mighty river. Caddo remained mostly inaccessible until the early1800s when steamboats began to ply the tannic water, taking travelers to Jefferson and returning to New Orleans with loads of cotton. The water level on the Big Cypress was always 'uncertain.' The term 'uncertain' stuck, and still aptly describes the area. Outdoorsmen (and women) began to discover the plentiful game and fish of what was then the only lake in Texas. The sportsman's paradise had been discovered! On the banks of the lake boats of cypress were built and camp houses began to appear. Among the first was a camp called 'Uncertain.'

When the City of Uncertain was incorporated I 1962, the name was not a difficult choice. The term 'uncertain' had been associated with the area for almost a century. When the paperwork for incorporation was sent to Austin, with 'Uncertain' written on the line that required the name of the new town, the papers were returned with a note that the founding fathers would have to decide on a name for their new town before it could be incorporated.

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The Uncertain city limit sign is stolen so frequently that the Texas DOT balks at replacing it. You can get your own 'Uncertain, TX Pop. 93' signs at Johnson's Ranch.

Wildlife inhabiting Caddo Lake includes owls, snakes, frogs, waterfowl, bobcats, river otters, beavers, eagles, and alligators. Preservation efforts. In 1993 Caddo Lake preservation entered a renaissance, with the announcement that 7,000 acres (28 km²) of Caddo purchased by the Nature Conservancy were to be merged with the 483 acre (2 km²) Texas Caddo Lake State Park to become the. Bag limit of 18 pounds 9 ounces. We caught a bunch of fish that were inside the slot. Caddo Lake has a slot limit of 14' - 18' and you can only keep 4 fish over 18'. (i) Caddo Lake (Marion and Harrison counties). (I) Daily bag limit: 8 (in any combination with spotted bass). (II) Minimum length limit: 14 - 18 inch slot limit (largemouth bass); no limit for spotted bass. (III) It is unlawful to retain largemouth bass between 14 and 18 inches.

The Uncertain city limit sign is stolen so frequently that the Texas DOT balks at replacing it. You can get your own 'Uncertain, TX Pop. 93' signs at Johnson's Ranch. Johnson's Ranch Marina is believed to be the oldest inland marina in Texas. Before the concept of reservoirs, Caddo was the only lake in Texas.

Johnson's Ranch Marina is believed to be the oldest inland marina in Texas. Before the concept of reservoirs, Caddo was the only lake in Texas. Johnson's Ranch celebrated its 100th year of continuous operation in 2008. In 1908, two Johnson brothers came to Caddo Lake from Minnesota to establish a button factory. They planned to use the lake mussel shells for button material. When they found the local shells too brittle for buttons, the brothers developed the property into a fishing camp, 'Johnson Brothers' Ranch.' (Why the brothers called the property a 'ranch' remains a mystery.) In the 1940s, the Mauthe family purchased the property and operated the marina for over 60 years.
If the marina could talk, it would tell stories of the Caddo lake pearling industry, when families moved out onto the then exposed islands of Broad Lake (now called 'Big Lake') to gather mussel shells in hopes of finding greatly sought- after freshwater pearls.
The first offshore drilling for oil was done of Caddo Lake. Because of the fluctuating water, at times the wells could be serviced by boat, and at other times, by trucks. The in-between time is the reason for the dam at Mooringsport that gave Caddo a more consistent level. Most of the oil activity was on the Louisiana side of the lake, but the Texas side also had some drilling. Parts of old derricks can still be seen is areas of the lake.
In the days when Harrison Country was 'dry' and Marion County, just across the bayou allowed the sale of alcohol, stilted 'beer boats' sprang up across from Johnson's. Water taxis (row boats) were for hire at Johnson's Ranch to take folks across Big Cypress Bayou for dining, dancing and drinking a little beer.

JOHNSON'S RANCH is owned and operated by BILLY CARTER, lifetime resident of CADDO LAKE. He welcomes you to visit the RANCH and take advantage of the view and the breeze that cools the large covered dock, or the warm comfort of the indoor camp on winter days. Enjoy refreshments (beer, sodas, snacks and grab-and-go food) served inside.
Learn more about the Carters and their guesthouses and fishing and touring at www.spatterdock.com.

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For Sale - Uncertain city limits signs, 'Uncertain Texas, Pop. 93' at Johnson's Ranch Marina

EVENTS:

Several unique events take place on the Big Cypress Bayou that borders the town of Uncertain. Visitors in Uncertain can view these activities from the banks of Caddo Lake. Christmas parade, New Years Fireworks, Earth Day Flotilla, July 4th Parade and Fireworks and many more. Check the event calendar for more information.

FISHING:

Anglers, from novice to professional, take advantage of opportunities to limit out on Caddo’s ninety-two species of fish in the most scenic of all Texas lakes.

HUNTING:

Duckblinds dot Caddo’s waters, hiding hunters ready to ambush seventeen species of migrating waterfowl that are purported to visit Caddo Lake annually.

BOATING:

Caddo offers an amazing range of boating experiences, from open water to tiny backwaters. Enjoy the adventure!

CANOE AND KAYAK PADDLING:

Soak in the solitude and beauty of Caddo Lake by paddling along designated Texas Paddling Trails that feature the flora and fauna of this unique environment.

BIRDING:

On the neotropical flyway, songbirds of great variety, forage the banks and treetops along this migration route. Bitterns, herons, egrets and woodstorks are common sights on Caddo Lake. Visit nearby Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge and on any given day and you can expect to see numerous resident and migratory bird species from over 216 recorded at the refuge and surrounding areas. Refuge staff and The Caddo Friends Organization have improved bird sanctuary and habitat by planting native grasses and by constructing birdhouses, feeders, duck boxes, and bat houses and nurseries. There are many wildlife observation areas on the refuge for bird viewing and nature photography opportunities.

TOURING:

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A variety of tour boats (steamboat, pontoon boats, mudboats) allow visitors to explore the meandering bayous and sloughs, giving guests to Caddo an intimate touch with the mysterious beauty that is Caddo Lake.

SHOPPING:

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Ready to do some shopping? Uncertain has plenty to choose from!

RELAXING:

Let your thoughts and dreams float on the water and take wing with the thousands of birds on Caddo Lake. Read a book, daydream, take a nap, enjoy this place. There is nowhere else like it.

EATING:

Savor a combination of down-home southern cooking, Louisiana fish, hearty Texas dishes, and local specialties. There is no reason to ever be hungry here!