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Best Fishing Spots in San Antonio, Texas

Looking for great fishing spots in San Antonio, Texas? Well, you have just come to the right place. We have listed the best fishing spots just for you. All you have to do is prepare your fishing gadgets. Set a date and you are ready to go!

Amistad Reservoir

The Amistad Reservoir is a great fishing spot especially for largemouth bass. The Amistad is mostly rocky but still abundant with fish. You can also find a wide variety of plant and animal life. It has great scenic views as well. It is not only a spot for fishing but a great getaway for the whole family.

Predominant Fish Species: Largemouth Bass (excellent), Channel and Blue Catfish

(good), White and Striped Bass (good), Smallmouth Bass (fair)

Location: Amistad National Recreation Area is located on the US and Mexico border near Del Rio, Texas and is between San Antonio and Big Bend National Park. The park is 150 miles west of San Antonio on US Highway 90, and about 250 miles east of Big Bend via US Highways 90 and 385. Access to Amistad from the north or south is on US Highways 277 and 377.

Amenities: picnic, swimming, camping, house boating; snorkelling; fishing boat, deck cruiser and ski boat rentals

Cost: $2.00 for children 6 to 15 years old; $4.00 per day for adults ages 16 and older; $2.00 for seniors 65 years old and older; $40 fee for one year

Operating Hours: Open Daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Contact Number: 830-775-7491 (Visitor Information)

Website: www.nps.gov

Braunig Lake

The Bruanig Lake is a 1, 350 acres man-made lake built by CPS, City Public Service of San Antonio. This cooling lake is where the city’s fresh water comes from. It is also a recreational area ideal for the whole family. Thus the reason for being one of the best fishing spots in San Antonio, Texas.

Predominant Fish Species: Hybrid Striped Bass (excellent), Red Drum (excellent), Catfish (good), Largemouth Bass (fair),

Location: In the San Antonio River watershed on Calaveras and Chupaderas creeks, 17 miles south of San Antonio on Highway 37 in Bexar County

Amenities: picnic areas, primitive camping, restrooms, boat rentals and concessions, fish cleaning station, lighted fishing piers, birding

Cost: $2.00 for children 6 to 15 years old; $4.00 per day for adults ages 16 and older; $2.00 for seniors 65 years old and older; $40 fee for one year

Operating Hours: Open Daily from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm

Contact Number: 210-635-8289

Website:www.wildtexas.com

Medina Lake

It is also considered a popular retreat for fishing. The Medina Lake has 4,246 acres of clear waters. There are six species of fish you could catch from this lake. It has coves and creek beds too. Medina Lake is also a favorite spot for scuba diving.

Predominant Fish Species: Catfish (good), Hybrid Striped Bass (good), Largemouth Bass (fair), Smallmouth Bass (fair), White Bass (fair), Crappie (poor)

Location: 40 miles northwest of San Antonio in Bandera and Medina counties

Amenities: fishing, boating, scuba diving, picnicking, water sports, restrooms,

Cost: $10.00 per vehicle, $10.00 per jet skis, $5.00 for boat launch fee

Operating Hours: Open Daily from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm

Contact Number: 830-665-2132

Website:www.wildtexas.com

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