Popular soft plastic baits include worms, spider grubs, grubs and soft-jerkbaits. Crankbaits are very popular fished along main-lake points, rocky shorelines and flooded timber. On cloudy days, consistent topwater action occurs all day. Topwater baits like buzz baits, Zara Spooks, and Pop-Rs are popular in the early morning and evening hours. Bass fishing on this highland reservoir can be difficult even for experienced anglers.

Largemouth bass anglers are most successful in Canyon Lake during spring, fall and winter months. When the water level is high, largemouth bass anglers should concentrate on flooded terrestrial vegetation. The river portion of the reservoir is dominated by flooded timber, rock ledges, and lay downs. To see an online fish attractor map, click HERE. In most of the lake rock ledges, rock piles, steep drop-offs, flooded timber and a few marinas provide cover for game fish.Ĭedar-tree and plastic fish attractors were added to provide additional structure. The water becomes stained as one moves up the reservoir and into the river. Here’s a list of Canyon Lake’s predominant species:Īccording to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Canyon Lake is dominated by steep rocky banks, isolated flood timber and clear water typical of a highland reservoir. Zebra Mussel Alert – To prevent the spread of zebra mussels, the law requires draining of water from boats and onboard receptacles when leaving or approaching public fresh waters. You must have a Texas fishing license to fish in Canyon Lake. All species are currently managed under statewide regulations. Report by Evan Coleman, Big Bassin Fishing.įor general information about Canyon Lake conditions, click HERE. To fill the Easter basket with deeper bass slow roll a swimbait, or drag a Texas rig worm. Target shallow bass with a white spinnerbait and white chatterbait. Bass are in all stages of the spawn and can be caught shallow or deep. Water slightly stained 68-71 degrees 11.90 feet below pool.

Thanks to Texas Parks & Wildlife, you can find everything you need to know about fishing conditions in Canyon Lake.įAIR.

Image by ReelFly Fishing Adventures in Canyon Lake.

Download fishing big worms for bass