Canyon Lake
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District • Impounded 1964 • 8,308 surface acres
Canyon Lake Boat Ramps, Campgrounds & Marinas
Each site below links to the official listing it came from. Ramp closures depend on each ramp's design and the lake level, and most operators don't publish them in real time, so confirm with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District before you launch.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public launches, lane counts, fees, and federal pass info. Confirm ramp status with the operator before launching.🚤 Canyon Park Boat Ramp (Ramp 18)
Check StatusOperated by the Water Oriented Recreation District of Comal County (WORD).
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Campgrounds listed by Recreation.gov and official park sources⛺ Potter's Creek Park Campground
$24-$32 / nightFull-service USACE campground with 114 modern sites, lakefront access, and paved boat launch on the north shore.
Parks & Day-Use Areas
Listed by Recreation.gov. Facilities vary; check each park's page for boat launch access.🌳 Cranes Mill Park
Fishing Canyon Lake
Canyon Lake Fishing Report
Waning Crescent (20% illuminated); strongest solunar period: Moon Overhead 7:47 AM–9:47 AM CST; lake at 907.27 ft, 1.7 ft below normal pool, steady over 24 hours.
Fishing & Boating Rules
Official SourcesLimits, licenses, and boating requirements change often. Check the current official rules before fishing or boating on Canyon Lake:
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Latest Satellite Image of Canyon Lake
A true-colour image from the most recent low-cloud Sentinel-2 pass over the lake. It shows the lake as it looked on the capture date, not today.
Contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data 2026, processed via the Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem.
Commercial Marinas & Featured Partners on Canyon Lake
Marinas from official listings, plus open spots for local guides and rental operators.
Featured Fishing Guides on Canyon Lake
Are you a licensed fishing guide or charter captain on Canyon Lake? Feature your guide service on the Canyon Lake page next to its fishing section.
Marinas & Boat Rentals on Canyon Lake
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Living Near Canyon Lake
Shoreline and docks. Shoreline use on Canyon Lake is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District. Whether private docks are allowed, and where, depends on that operator's shoreline rules. Before making an offer on waterfront property, confirm with the operator whether a dock permit exists and whether it transfers to a new owner.
Flood pool and easements. The normal pool is 909.00 ft MSL and the flood pool reaches 943.00 ft MSL, a 34 ft difference. Property near the water may carry flowage easements that limit building below a set elevation. Check the deed, a survey and the operator's rules before buying.
Nearby towns. Canyon Lake, TX, New Braunfels, TX, San Marcos, TX, San Antonio, TX. Property taxes, utilities, HOA covenants and short-term rental rules vary between towns and counties.
Living on Canyon Lake
Considering a lake cabin, waterfront home, or retirement property on Canyon Lake? Water levels, dock permits, and flood pool limits all affect waterfront property, so review them before you buy.