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Lake Travis

Hill Country Region · 30.3919°N, 97.9072°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
92°F/78°F·20 mph SSE·Overcast

Weather-based estimate, not a catch report. Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:36 AM CDT. All forecast dates and fishing times use Central Time (America/Chicago).

1 Boat Ramp
No closure reports available

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.

Best Times to Fish

Solunar estimates for Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026 · Central Time

Solunar Rating
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Major
Minor
Sun
03:33 PM – 05:33 PM
Moon Overhead
Major
03:21 AM – 05:21 AM
Moon Underfoot
Major
11:01 AM – 12:01 PM
Moonrise
Minor
08:21 PM – 09:21 PM
Moonset
Minor
Pressure
1013
hPa · Stable
Wind
20
mph SSE
Clouds
59%
Limited cloud cover
Humidity
74%
UV 5
7:33 AM
Sunrise
7:01 PM
Sunset
11:31 AM
Moonrise
08:51 PM
Moonset
Waxing Crescent
8% 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
94.6%-0.04 ft
Elevation: 677.8 ft
Outflow
0 CFS
Inflow
43 CFS
Conservation Pool
681.0 ft
Flood Pool
714.0 ft

Lake Travis 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

Overcast. High 92°F, low 78°F. Wind 20 mph SSE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:36 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1013 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:33 AM / 7:01 PM Central
Major solunar periods
03:33 PM – 05:33 PM; 03:21 AM – 05:21 AM
Minor solunar periods
11:01 AM – 12:01 PM; 08:21 PM – 09:21 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 8% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
59% / 74%

Fair

Mostly Clear. High 89°F, low 74°F. Wind 9 mph SSE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:36 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1015 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:33 AM / 7:00 PM Central
Major solunar periods
04:25 PM – 06:25 PM; 04:13 AM – 06:13 AM
Minor solunar periods
11:55 AM – 12:55 PM; 09:05 PM – 10:05 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 14% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
10% / 66%

Fair

Light Drizzle. High 79°F, low 62°F. Wind 20 mph N. Rain 0.02 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:36 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1024 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:34 AM / 6:59 PM Central
Major solunar periods
05:17 PM – 07:17 PM; 05:05 AM – 07:05 AM
Minor solunar periods
12:45 PM – 01:45 PM; 09:53 PM – 10:53 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 22% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
44% / 51%

Poor

Overcast. High 69°F, low 53°F. Wind 16 mph NNE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:36 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1029 hPa · falling
Sunrise / sunset
7:35 AM / 6:58 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:07 PM – 08:07 PM; 05:55 AM – 07:55 AM
Minor solunar periods
01:29 PM – 02:29 PM; 10:47 PM – 11:47 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 32% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
51% / 39%

Poor

Overcast. High 76°F, low 57°F. Wind 6 mph ENE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:36 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1023 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:35 AM / 6:57 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:56 PM – 08:56 PM; 06:44 AM – 08:44 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:09 PM – 03:09 PM; 11:43 PM – 12:43 AM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 42% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
54% / 32%

Fish Species at Lake Travis

Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass

Good
White Crappie

White Crappie

Poor
White Bass

White Bass

Good
Striped Bass

Striped Bass

Fair
Sunfish

Sunfish

Good
Blue Catfish

Blue Catfish

Flathead Catfish

Flathead Catfish

Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department

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Lake Travis Fishing Guide

Angling Opportunities

Lake Travis is noted for producing good numbers of largemouth bass, although they tend to run small. Very few trophy largemouth bass have been caught. White bass runs occur in the spring (February-May) in the major creek arms, the Pedernales River and the upper end of the Colorado River arm. A low-density striped bass fishery is available in the extreme lower end of the reservoir.

Cover & Structure

Lake Travis is dominated by rocky banks, steep cliffs, and clear water typical of a highland reservoir. The water tends to become more stained as one moves up the lake, with some portions of the upper end more closely resembling a flatland type lake. In the lower end of the reservoir, marinas, floating boat docks, rockpiles, ledges, and steep drop-offs provide cover for game fish.

Tips & Tactics

Largemouth bass fishermen have their best success on this reservoir during the spring and fall months. Bass fishing from June through August can be difficult for even the most experienced fishermen. Topwater baits such as Zara Spooks, Jumping Minnows, Pop-R's, and suspended jerkbaits are popular with bass fishermen. Double willowleaf spinnerbaits with metal flake blades also work well. In Lake Travis, largemouth bass are famous for suspending over points and along drop-offs.

Fishing Regulations

Bow fishers on Lake Travis are subject to special regulations enforced by the LCRA. Check current TPWD regulations before your trip.

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Water Level History

DateElevation24hr Change% FullInflowOutflow
Oct 14Source: TWDB677.81 ft-0.0494.6%430
Oct 13Source: TWDB677.87 ft0.0094.7%280
Oct 12Source: TWDB677.88 ft-0.0994.7%-1,1180
Data sources for displayed records: TWDB

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Map & Directions

Lake Information

Region: Hill Country

Coordinates:

30.391869, -97.907234

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USGS Site: 08154500

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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