Sam Rayburn Reservoir
USACE Fort Worth District • Built 1965 • 114,500 surface acres • 750 miles shoreline
Sam Rayburn Reservoir
Notice / Caution Recommended
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.6 ft), water temp is a comfortable 81°f, light winds around 0 mph, active watch algae advisory.
What to Know About Sam Rayburn Reservoir
'Big Sam' is universally recognized as one of the most prolific bass tournament venues on the planet. Timbered coves, hydrilla points, and Angelina River channels offer cover for double-digit bass. Cassels-Boykin Park is the tournament epicenter with 9 paved launch lanes and weigh-in pavilions.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 Sam Rayburn Reservoir Corps Recreation Area & Campground
Usable (Level OK)Waterfront campsites with 30/50-amp electric hookups, heated shower house, swimming beach, and dump station.
🚤 Sam Rayburn Reservoir Harbor Marina & Resort
Usable (Level OK)Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
🚤 Sam Rayburn Reservoir State Park Public Ramp
Usable (Level OK)Paved concrete tournament ramp with dual courtesy docks, lighted parking lot, and ADA restrooms.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ Sam Rayburn Reservoir Corps Recreation Area & Campground
$18-$28 / nightWaterfront campsites with 30/50-amp electric hookups, heated shower house, swimming beach, and dump station.
Full-Service Marinas
Fuel docks, wet slips, ship stores, and boat rentals⚓ Sam Rayburn Reservoir Harbor Marina & Resort
Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 81°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: Valid Texas Freshwater Fishing License required.
Regulations Summary: Largemouth bass: 14-inch minimum length; daily bag limit 5.
Stocking & Reproduction: Consistently stocked with Florida-strain largemouth bass fingerlings.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Standard TPWD boater safety applies. Obey 50-foot wake clearance around fishermen and docks. Zebra mussel drain-and-dry rules in effect.
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: 0.030) 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 (81°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
Airhead Super Mable 3-Rider Towable Tube with Dual Tow Points
Warm 81°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 (0 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 Sam Rayburn Reservoir
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
⚓ Sam Rayburn Reservoir Harbor Marina & Resort
Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
Charter Guide or Boat Rental on Sam Rayburn Reservoir?
Reach thousands of visiting boaters and anglers checking live water levels, surface temperatures, and ramp conditions before heading to Sam Rayburn Reservoir.
Living on Sam Rayburn Reservoir
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Sam Rayburn Reservoir? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
Sam Rayburn possesses a massive 10.7-foot flood storage surcharge between 164.4 ft and 175.1 ft, protecting the lower Neches River valley.
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