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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
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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.
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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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