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Canyon Lake

Hill Country Region · 29.8688°N, 98.1989°W

Weather and solunar ratings are forecasts, not catch reports. Check the dates below for the latest available observations and forecasts.

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Fishing Forecast
Fair— Moderate activity expected
89°F/74°F·13 mph SSE·Heavy Drizzle

Weather-based estimate, not a catch report. Forecast updated Oct 15, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT. All forecast dates and fishing times use Central Time (America/Chicago).

18 Boat Ramps
6 reported closures

Ramp locations checked Oct 10, 2026, 7:00 PM CDT. Confirm access with the facility; missing closure reports do not confirm a ramp is open.

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CRANES MILL PARK: Partially closed

Ramp 10 closed in park due to low water.

Source update: 8/2/2024 8:29:13 AM

GUADALUPE PARK: Partially closed

Trail area is closed Friday-Sunday and Holidays.

Source update: 8/2/2024 8:28:55 AM

LITTLE JACOBS CREEK: Closed

Closed due to low lake levels.

Source update: 8/2/2024 8:28:06 AM

OVERLOOK: Closed

This is NOT a camping area. This is a Scenic Viewing Area.

Source update: 5/23/2025 4:29:05 PM

POTTER'S CREEK PARK: Partially closed

Boat ramp 20 in park is closed as of the due to low lake level.

Source update: 8/2/2024 8:27:10 AM

POTTER'S CREEK PUBLIC RAMP: Closed

Ramp 21 closed on the 22nd Aug 2023 due to low lake levels.

Source update: 8/2/2024 8:27:22 AM

Best Times to Fish

Solunar estimates for Thursday, Oct 15, 2026 · Central Time

Solunar Rating
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Major
Minor
Sun
04:26 PM – 06:26 PM
Moon Overhead
Major
04:14 AM – 06:14 AM
Moon Underfoot
Major
11:55 AM – 12:55 PM
Moonrise
Minor
09:07 PM – 10:07 PM
Moonset
Minor
Pressure
1014
hPa · Rising
Wind
13
mph SSE
Clouds
69%
Mostly cloudy
Humidity
66%
UV 7 · High
7:34 AM
Sunrise
7:02 PM
Sunset
12:25 PM
Moonrise
09:37 PM
Moonset
Waxing Crescent
14% lit

Latest Observed Water Level

Record date: . This is a reported observation, not a forecast for a future trip. The record date may be a collection date; individual readings can have different observation times.

TWDB
97.5%-0.03 ft
Elevation: 907.8 ft
Outflow
105 CFS
Inflow
17 CFS
Conservation Pool
909.0 ft
Flood Pool
943.0 ft

Canyon Lake Fishing Forecast by Date

Weather and solunar estimates for the available dates below. Temperatures in °F, wind in mph; all times are Central Time. Forecasts can change.

Fair

Heavy Drizzle. High 89°F, low 74°F. Wind 13 mph SSE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 15, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1014 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:34 AM / 7:02 PM Central
Major solunar periods
04:26 PM – 06:26 PM; 04:14 AM – 06:14 AM
Minor solunar periods
11:55 AM – 12:55 PM; 09:07 PM – 10:07 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 14% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
69% / 66%

Fair

Overcast. High 75°F, low 52°F. Wind 26 mph N. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 15, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1025 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:35 AM / 7:00 PM Central
Major solunar periods
05:18 PM – 07:18 PM; 05:06 AM – 07:06 AM
Minor solunar periods
12:45 PM – 01:45 PM; 09:56 PM – 10:56 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 22% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
75% / 56%

Poor

Overcast. High 67°F, low 49°F. Wind 17 mph NNE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 15, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1030 hPa · falling
Sunrise / sunset
7:36 AM / 6:59 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:08 PM – 08:08 PM; 05:56 AM – 07:56 AM
Minor solunar periods
01:29 PM – 02:29 PM; 10:49 PM – 11:49 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 32% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
59% / 45%

Fair

Overcast. High 72°F, low 49°F. Wind 8 mph ENE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 15, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1025 hPa · falling
Sunrise / sunset
7:36 AM / 6:58 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:57 PM – 08:57 PM; 06:45 AM – 08:45 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:09 PM – 03:09 PM; 11:45 PM – 12:45 AM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 42% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
30% / 44%

Fair

Overcast. High 79°F, low 55°F. Wind 9 mph ESE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 15, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1021 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:37 AM / 6:57 PM Central
Major solunar periods
07:43 PM – 09:43 PM; 07:31 AM – 09:31 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:44 PM – 03:44 PM; 12:43 AM – 01:43 AM
Moon
First Quarter · 52% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
40% / 60%

Fish Species at Canyon Lake

Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass

Good
Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass

Fair
White Crappie

White Crappie

Poor
Striped Bass

Striped Bass

Excellent
Sunfish

Sunfish

Good
Blue Catfish

Blue Catfish

Channel Catfish

Channel Catfish

Flathead Catfish

Flathead Catfish

Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department

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Canyon Lake Fishing Guide

Angling Opportunities

Largemouth bass is the most popular and most abundant fish in the reservoir. White bass and striped bass also provide an excellent fishery. Stripers provide excellent fishing because of their growth potential and strong fighting characteristics. An annual TPWD stocking program maintains the fishery because striped bass do not successfully reproduce in Canyon Lake.

Cover & Structure

Canyon Lake is dominated by steep rocky banks, isolated flooded timber, and clear water typical of a highland reservoir. The water becomes stained as one moves up the reservoir and into the river. In most of the lake rock ledges, rock piles, steep drop-offs, flooded timber, and a few marinas provide cover for game fish.

Tips & Tactics

Largemouth bass fishermen are most successful on Canyon Lake during the spring, fall, and winter months. Bass fishing in summer on this highland reservoir can be difficult even for the most experienced fishermen. Topwater baits such as buzzbaits, Zara Spooks, and Pop-R's are popular in the early morning and evening hours. On cloudy days consistent topwater action can occur all day. Crankbaits are also very popular fished along main-lake points, rocky shorelines, and flooded timber.

Fishing Regulations

All species at Canyon Lake are managed under standard Texas statewide regulations.

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Water Level History

DateElevation24hr Change% FullInflowOutflow
Oct 14Source: TWDB907.84 ft-0.0397.5%17105
Oct 13Source: TWDB907.88 ft-0.0297.6%120105
Oct 12Source: TWDB907.90 ft-0.0297.6%63105
Data sources for displayed records: TWDB

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Map & Directions

Lake Information

Region: Hill Country

Coordinates:

29.868830, -98.198898

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USGS Site: 08167700

Data sources and access · Lake conditions as JSON

Data Sources

Fishing Reports
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Lake Details
TPWD Inland Fisheries
Water Levels
TWDB, USACE & USGS where available
Weather
Open-Meteo
Maps
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