Calaveras Lake: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

Texas, US

Calaveras Lake is a freshwater reservoir located 20 miles south of San Antonio. This place is known as a great fishing and recreation area. Calaveras Lake and Victor Braunig Lake were the first projects in the USA using water for power plant cooling.

Hot spots on Calaveras Lake🔥

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Fish species to catch in the Calaveras Lake, Texas, United States (10)

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Channel catfish

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Flathead catfish

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Freshwater drum

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Hybrid striped bass

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Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on Calaveras Lake

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Calaveras Lake is known for amazing bass fishing. Largemouths are well caught in the weeds on chartreuse soft plastics, spinners, and crankbaits. Use silver spoons, jigs and Rat–L Traps near the dam to catch striped bass.
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Choose livers, shrimps, cheese and nightcrawlers as a live bait.
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The most productive time for red drum is from March through August. Silver spoons and rattletraps make a good bite.
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Be aware of the fee at Calaveras Lake.

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Fishing regulation in Texas, United States

Regulations vary by location. Check the rules for your fish to stay informed and prepared for fishing.

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