Canyon Lake, Texas

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Canyon Lake

Overview

Canyon Lake is managed by Us Army Corps of Engineers and is located near Canyon Lake, Texas. In the early part of the 19th century, the lower Guadalupe River Basin, below the current location of Canyon Lake, had been especially subject to serious flooding. Congress authorized in the 1940's the construction of Canyon Lake Dam. Construction began in 1958, was completed in 1964, dedicated in 1966 and reached the conservation pool by 1968. The lake will turn 50 in 2016. The scenic blue water of the lake is due to its limestone bottom. It averages around 40 feet in depth but can be as deep as 130 feet. Canyon Lake is located about sixteen miles northwest of New Braunfels, Texas, between San Antonio and Austin.

Things to Do at Canyon Lake

Camping Opportunities

Canyon Lake offers 3 campgrounds with various amenities and settings. From developed campgrounds with full facilities to primitive backcountry sites, there are options for every camping style.

Cranes Mill Park

Price:$26 - $35 per night Rating:4.4 stars (759 reviews)

North Park

Price:$20 per night Rating:4.2 stars (27 reviews)

Potters Creek Park

Price:$26 - $100 per night Rating:4.4 stars (1092 reviews)

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Canyon Lake include:

Nearby Activities

  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Environmental Education
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
  • Other Recreation Concession Site
  • Picnicking
  • Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing

Plan Your Visit

Reservation Tips

Canyon Lake is a popular destination. Campground reservations typically open several months in advance. For peak season visits, book as early as possible. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.

Getting There

From New Braunfels, 15 miles northwest on FM 306.

GPS Coordinates: 29.87176800000000, -98.20553600000000

Contact & Resources

Phone: (830) 964-3341

Additional Information:

Additional Information

  • Canyon Lake Trail Map
  • Canyon Lake Photo Album
  • Facebook
  • Cranes Mill Marina
  • Canyon Lake Website
  • Canyon Lake Map
  • Canyon Lake Marina

Photo Gallery

  • Sunset at Overlook Park
  • Four ducks swimmingDucks swimming in the lake
  • View of North Park from top of Canyon DamImage is of the tip of North Park as seen from the top of Canyon Dam. Park is popular with SCUBA divers and tent campers.
  • View From North parkThis is a view from North park look East toward Canyon Dam.
  • Comal Park Island from ShoreThis image is from 2008 from the hill near Comal Park looking east toward the island.
  • Lake view from Overlook ParkThis is a view of the lake looking north from Overlook Park.

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