Possum Kingdom Lake
Brazos River Authority (BRA) • Built 1941 • 17,700 surface acres • 310 miles shoreline
Possum Kingdom Lake
Great Day on the Water
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.7 ft), water temp is a comfortable 79°f, light winds around 5 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Possum Kingdom Lake
Famous for the towering 90-foot cliffs of Hell's Gate and the annual Fourth of July fireworks show and cliff diving competitions. Clear deep water and rugged Texas Hill Country terrain.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 Possum Kingdom Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground
Usable (Level OK)Waterfront RV sites with 50-amp electric hookups and beach access.
🚤 Possum Kingdom Lake Main Marina
Usable (Level OK)Full service marina with ethanol-free fuel, slip rentals, and bait shop.
🚤 Possum Kingdom Lake State Park Public Ramp
Usable (Level OK)Paved concrete ramp with dual courtesy docks and lit parking.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ Possum Kingdom Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground
$18-$28 / nightWaterfront RV sites with 50-amp electric hookups and beach access.
Full-Service Marinas
Fuel docks, wet slips, ship stores, and boat rentals⚓ Possum Kingdom Lake Main Marina
Full service marina with ethanol-free fuel, slip rentals, and bait shop.
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 79°F with a steady pool (-0.01' in 24h). Fish will feed aggressively along windblown points and main-lake humps during the primary major window.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: TPWD license.
Regulations Summary: Top trophy striper destination in West Texas.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Hell's Gate is a designated idle/no-wake zone during holidays and high boat traffic.
Recent Community Reports
Real-time water clarity, hazards, and ramp wait times shared by boaters and anglers.
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Spaceborne Satellite Observation & Water Clarity
Fresh multi-spectral overhead Earth observation from the European Space Agency (ESA) Sentinel-2 constellation (10m spatial resolution).
Satellite imagery and indices processed via Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE) / Sentinel Hub API. Data reflects actual surface conditions at the time of orbital passage.
Derived from Band 4 red reflectance across open water pixels. Low reflectance indicates minimal suspended silt and high underwater visibility for angling and navigation.
Normalized Difference Chlorophyll Index (NDCI: 0.049) measures phytoplankton concentration using Red-Edge (B05) and Red (B04) bands to detect early bloom development before surface scums appear.
Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI) contrasts Green and Near-Infrared spectra to map shallow shoals, sandbars, and exposed islands (like Sometimes Island on Travis or Wood Island on Texoma).
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Algorithmically matched to today's water temperature (79°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
Airhead Super Mable 3-Rider Towable Tube with Dual Tow Points
Warm 79°F surface water offers perfect conditions for wake tubing, chariot riding, and family towing action.
Onyx A/M-24 Deluxe Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket (USCG)
Lightweight, comfortable low-profile design that automatically inflates upon immersion while allowing full arm mobility for driving and casting.
SereneLife 10'6" Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard (Complete Kit)
Calm winds (5 mph) offer pristine mirror-calm coves for touring, paddleboard fitness, and shoreline exploration.
Garmin Striker 4 Fishfinder with CHIRP Sonar & Dual-Beam Transducer
High-frequency CHIRP sonar pinpoints submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, bait balls, and suspended gamefish with crisp target separation.
Commercial Marinas & Featured Partners on Possum Kingdom Lake
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
⚓ Possum Kingdom Lake Main Marina
Full service marina with ethanol-free fuel, slip rentals, and bait shop.
Charter Guide or Boat Rental on Possum Kingdom Lake?
Reach thousands of visiting boaters and anglers checking live water levels, surface temperatures, and ramp conditions before heading to Possum Kingdom Lake.
Living on Possum Kingdom Lake
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Possum Kingdom Lake? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
Morris Sheppard Dam maintains pool near 1000 ft elevation.
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