Canyon Lake

Canyon Lake is a scenic Texas Hill Country reservoir with 80 miles of picturesque shoreline and over 8,200 surface acres of water. Located on the Guadalupe River in Comal County, it sits about halfway between San Antonio and Austin—roughly 14 miles northwest of New Braunfels via FM 306 from I-35. As one of the deepest lakes in Texas, averaging 43 feet, it’s a prime destination for fishing, especially for Largemouth Bass, Catfish, and both White and Striped Bass. The lake was originally stocked in the 1970s and continues to be an angler’s paradise.

Boat launch with marina in background

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers maintains eight public parks around Canyon Lake. On the south side, you’ll find Cranes Mill Park and Comal Park. The north side hosts Potters Creek Park, Canyon Park, Jacobs Creek Park, North Park, Overlook Park, and Guadalupe Park. These parks offer camping, picnic areas, boat ramps, and RV accommodations—making the lake a popular weekend getaway.

Looking for something beyond boating? Just below the Canyon Dam off FM 306, the Guadalupe River offers some of the best tubing in Texas. Multiple outfitters along the highway provide tube rentals, shuttles, and all the essentials for a relaxing float.

Deer under a tree at Canyon Lake

Canyon Lake isn’t just for water lovers—it’s also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Comal County is home to part of Texas’s massive deer population—over 4 million statewide—and you’ll frequently see white-tailed deer grazing in open fields and even front yards. Birdwatchers will also enjoy spotting a variety of sea and shorebirds along the shoreline.

Local Services

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