Lake Amistad Fishing Report

Located on the Rio Grand River, the lake is about 12 miles NW of Del Rio in Val Verde County Texas with a
surface area is 64,900 acres and a maximum depth of 217 feet.

Lake Amistad was impounded in 1969 with the Conservation Pool Elevation of 1,117 feet and the
lake fluctuation depends on area rainfall and downstream irrigation needs. The annual fluctuations can be as much as 5-10 feet, however historical fluctuations have dropped lake Amistad as much as 50 feet below conservation pool, with the water clarity being clear to slightly stained.

The main fish species are Black bass, Crappie, Catfish, White and hybrid striped bass. For active fish on Lake Amistad, spinner baits and crank baits are the more popular choice.

Here are a few top notch fishing guides for this lake: South Texas Fishing, Reel'n Ray Service, Jerry's Fishing Service, Palmetto Guide Service.

Here are some of the best places to fish and the recommended lures to use:
On San Pedro Flats, use chrome/blue jerk baits, on the Main Lake Flats, bump up the size of your crank baits and fish the edge of grass. On Evans Creek, use soft plastic jerk baits rigged Carolina style. At Zorro Tank Dam, use reddish colored flukes and shad spooks. At Caballo Canyon, use watermellon lizards on Carolina style rigs and fish any structure around the grass. At Tulie Canyon, use green and pumpkin colored drop shots with a slow retrieve for bigger bass.

In Conclusion: Make sure you have all plans and reservations confirmed before beginning your trip. Also be careful not to venture into the Mexican part of the lake without proper documentation.
This lake is in extreme south Texas, so be aware of the hot weather during the summer months and take plenty of water in case of mechanical problems.
Lake Amistad is a great place to land that once in a lifetime trophy bass.
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Lake Texoma Cabin Rentals

The Lake Texoma cabin rentals that are appealing to most families are the ones with a lake view, somewhat secluded in that you are not sharing your vacation with a host of neighbors, or listing to someone's favorite loud music.

Here are some of the most popular:
Alberta Creek Resort
Big Mineral Camp
Buncombe Creek Marina
Catfish Bay
Cedar Bayou
Cedar Mills
Cumberland Cove Inc
Flowing Wells Marina
Grandpappy Point
Highport Resort and
Lighthouse Resort
Little Glasses Resort
Newberry Creek Resort and Marina
Soldier Creek Resort & Marina
Walnut Creek

When searching for cabin rentals, first determine your budget because there are upscale marinas and campgrounds that are somewhat out of reach for most families. The prices can range from $50.00 to $125.00 per day with weekly rates adjusted lower.

Lake Texoma cabin rentals can be more expensive than traditional accommodations, but well worth the extra expense. Renting a cabin for you and your family for a fishing trip can be an exciting adventure. Enjoying the rustic atmosphere of a cabin versus staying in a motel can make your fishing trip all the more memorable.



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Lake Tawakoni Fishing Reports

Impounded in 1960, Lake Tawakoni bass fishing is great just about year around. Located on the Sabine River. Pool level is 437 ft mls with a fluctuation average of 2 to 4 ft annually. The normal lake water is slight to moderate algal staining. Lake Tawakoni has a surface area of 37,879 acres. Vegetation is sparse on the lake. Flooded Timber is the most abundant cover. Main lake humps tend to attract schools of striped bass. Fish are active much longer during daylight hours and are normally found in shallow water early morning and late afternoon. Fish are more active during the fall, winter and spring months due to the cold weather. For active fish, spinner baits and crank baits are most fisherman's choice. A variety of plastic worms seems to work well during the hotter months. Early morning top water baits are just about anything that floats. Normally Poppers, Prop Baits or Flukes.. Channel catfish are good year-round, Use cut shad or smelly bait. Crappie fishing is only fair.Be sure to get the right info so you can be at the right place to bag your limit. If you base what you do on inaccurate information, you might be unpleasantly surprised by the consequences. Keep yourself up to date about the latest fishing activity. The local guides offer reports on their websites. Here are some Lake Tawakoni Hotspots with best baits to use: Rabbit Cove is the place to catch some big fish. try roadbeds and shallow brush. Wolf Cove...use spinner baits, buzz baits, in timber.
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Lake Livingston Fishing Reports

Located on the Trinity River in Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity and Walker counties. Dam is in Polk and San Jacinto counties, west of Livingston and 50 miles north of Houston. Lake impounded in 1969, is located on the Trinity River. Lake Pool level is 131 ft mls with a fluctuation average of 1 to 2 ft annually. Normal Clarity: Moderately to highly turbid. Lake Livingston has a surface area of 90,000 acres, with a maximum depth of 77 ft.

Known for it's great bass fishing. Fisherman come from far and wide to fish Lake Livingston. In addition to great Bass fishing, there is an abundance of Crappie which makes Lake Livingston the perfect fishing trip for the whole family.

Lake fish are active much longer during daytime hours and are normally found in much shallower water in early morning and the late afternoon. Largemouth Bass are more active during the fall season, winter and the spring months due to the much cooler weather. For active fish, spinner baits and crank baits are most fisherman's choice. A variety of watermelon green plastic worms seems to work well during the hot months when fished in grass. In the early morning, use top water baits like Poppers, Prop Baits or Flukes are your best bet to start with.

Here are some good places to fish and best lures to use: Village Creek...use white spinner baits in the cattails at higher water levels. Palmetto Creek Point...use white deep diving crank baits on the points. Harmon Creek...use jigs, white rattle traps and chrome blue spinner baits and trolling jigs.


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