WATER ACCESS IN THE HIGHLAND LAKES

LAKE BUCHANAN

Lake Buchanan

Location: On the Colorado River in Burnet County and Llano counties, west of the town of Burnet

Size: 23,200 acres
Maximum Depth: 132 feet
Water Level Fluctuation: Considerable


ACCESS/CAMPING

There are five good boat ramps, four on the east side and one on the west side of the lake. The first ramp is on the east side of the dam off Texas Highway 29. Look for the brown sign (HWY 690) that points the way to the ramp. Burnet County Park, off FM 2341 at mid-lake, has recently built a new concrete two-lane ramp. This ramp is usually open during periods of low water. It is susceptible to a northwest wind, so watch the weather if you launch here. A concrete ramp, well protected from the wind, is located at Thunderbird Lodge off FM 2341 at (512) 756-4878. This private facility charges $5.00 to launch. Llano County Park, on the west side, offers a free ramp off FM 261. This ramp is well protected from the wind. Unimproved boat ramps are available at Cedar Point Recreation Area and at Colorado Bend State Park (325) 628-3240.

Colorado Bend offers access for anglers wishing to wade fish for white bass in the upper reaches of the river above Lake Buchanan during the spring spawning run. Camping is available at Colorado Bend, Canyon of the Eagles, and also at Inks Lake State Park, just a short drive from Lake Buchanan. This is a popular park, so it's a good idea to make reservations well in advance. Many private facilities on Buchanan offer camping, fishing piers, and docks. For details, check the Buchanan/Inks Chamber of Commerce website.

MAPS
The LCRA (512) 473-4083 offers a good map of the lake. Maps made by private companies are also available at tackle and sporting goods stores.

FISHING REGULATIONS
All fish are currently regulated under statewide regulations, with the exception of white bass, which has a 12-inch minumum length limit. The 12 inch minimum for white bass is designed to protect females from harvest before they reach sexual maturity.

ANGLING OPPORTUNITIES

Species Poor Fair Good Excellent
Bass    

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Catfish  

 

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Crappie

 

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White Bass  

 

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Sunfish  

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LAKE BUCHANAN ADVENTURES


Outfitter & Guide Wilderness River Trips:

Canoeing, Kayaking and Sailing on Lake Buchanan, Burnet Texas
www.LakeBuchananAdventures.com

What better way to experience the history and scenic beauty of the Texas hill country than taking a Guided Wilderness Adventure Excursion on the peaceful and calm section of the Lower Colorado River Valley above Lake Buchanan. 

Viewing early Texas wilderness, several magnificent cascading waterfalls, rugged granite cliffs, cactus, and abundant wildlife in their natural unspoiled habitat are all part of the adventure. During the time span from late November to early April there are a wide variety of bird species that stop off in central Texas on their way either migrating south or returning north in the spring. The possibility of sighting the American Bald Eagle is of special interest.

 

 

Office: 512-756-9911
Bedrock Grill: 
1-800-977-0081, ext. 3111
Fax:
512-715-9432
Cellular:
512-755-5448
Hours: W-S 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mailing Address:
Lake Buchanan Adventures
2007 CR137
Burnet, Texas 78611
E-Mail: info@LakeBuchananAdventures.com
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