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Week of August 3, 2026
Lake Buchanan We've been spending a lot of time chasing topwater fish this month, and it's definitely been one of those patterns where you have to stay on the move. The schools haven't wanted to stay put for long, so covering water and keeping an eye out for surface activity has been the key to finding fish. One thing we've noticed is they're really keyed in on smaller baitfish right now. If you're throwing oversized topwaters or live bait that's too big, you're likely missing out. Downsizing your lure or bait to better match the hatch has made a noticeable difference and has put more fish in the boat.
The bite has been strongest during the first two hours after daylight and again during the last two hours before dark. Once the sun gets high, the action slows considerably, so make the most of those low-light windows. If you're heading out, be prepared to move often, keep your eyes peeled for breaking fish, and don't be afraid to switch to a smaller presentation. The fish are there—you have to stay with them. Good luck, and we'll see you on the water!
This week's fish report is by Chamber Member Graham Vaandragerg, of Bosstriper Guide Service. Click here to book Graham's guide service. Or call him at 512-529-7429. Bosstriper Guide Service is located at 3100 RR 261 in Buchanan Dam.
For up-to-date Crappie fishing reports and a gallery of the latest catches from Hi-Line Resort Crappie House, please visit their Fishing Blog. Day passes to fish at the Crappie House are $15 or free to all resort guests! Click here to check out all Hi-Line Resort has to offer!
The bite has been strongest during the first two hours after daylight and again during the last two hours before dark. Once the sun gets high, the action slows considerably, so make the most of those low-light windows. If you're heading out, be prepared to move often, keep your eyes peeled for breaking fish, and don't be afraid to switch to a smaller presentation. The fish are there—you have to stay with them. Good luck, and we'll see you on the water!
This week's fish report is by Chamber Member Graham Vaandragerg, of Bosstriper Guide Service. Click here to book Graham's guide service. Or call him at 512-529-7429. Bosstriper Guide Service is located at 3100 RR 261 in Buchanan Dam.
For up-to-date Crappie fishing reports and a gallery of the latest catches from Hi-Line Resort Crappie House, please visit their Fishing Blog. Day passes to fish at the Crappie House are $15 or free to all resort guests! Click here to check out all Hi-Line Resort has to offer!
Inks Lake
Conditions are stable and favorable for boating and fishing. The lake is slightly below full pool but still at a healthy level, with mild weather and moderate winds. For boaters, the 12–13-knot winds may require some sail adjustments, but visibility and calm air make it a good day for lake activities. Anglers can expect good largemouth and sunfish action, with water temps in the mid‑80s°F. Inks Lake is currently at 887.06, about 0.94 feet below full pool.
Conditions are stable and favorable for boating and fishing. The lake is slightly below full pool but still at a healthy level, with mild weather and moderate winds. For boaters, the 12–13-knot winds may require some sail adjustments, but visibility and calm air make it a good day for lake activities. Anglers can expect good largemouth and sunfish action, with water temps in the mid‑80s°F. Inks Lake is currently at 887.06, about 0.94 feet below full pool.
Lake LBJ
Lake LBJ is currently at normal water level (≈825 ft msl), with clear to slightly stained water. Summer fishing so far has been best targeting shad-based bass patterns, while catfish and crappie remain strong. For summer, you'll have to stay mobile to cover water until active fish are found. For bass, vary depth and cover - docks, grass, and structure all work. In mid-summer, schools of bass are often suspended in open water feeding on shad. Weightless soft plastic jerkbaits and drop-shot-rigged finesse worms have been effective. The catfish are abundant, and for crappie, target brush piles and submerged vegetation with finesse worms or small crankbaits.
Lake LBJ is currently at normal water level (≈825 ft msl), with clear to slightly stained water. Summer fishing so far has been best targeting shad-based bass patterns, while catfish and crappie remain strong. For summer, you'll have to stay mobile to cover water until active fish are found. For bass, vary depth and cover - docks, grass, and structure all work. In mid-summer, schools of bass are often suspended in open water feeding on shad. Weightless soft plastic jerkbaits and drop-shot-rigged finesse worms have been effective. The catfish are abundant, and for crappie, target brush piles and submerged vegetation with finesse worms or small crankbaits.
Lake Marble Falls
Lake Marble Falls is currently at a normal water level with clear to slightly stained water, and fishing is moderate for largemouth bass, with catfish and crappie also present. Work docks, bluffs, and boulder areas with worms, jigs, or small crankbaits for bass. Use stinkbaits/cutbaits for blues/channel catfish. Use live bait for flatheads. For crappie, target docks and submerged structures.
Lake Marble Falls is currently at a normal water level with clear to slightly stained water, and fishing is moderate for largemouth bass, with catfish and crappie also present. Work docks, bluffs, and boulder areas with worms, jigs, or small crankbaits for bass. Use stinkbaits/cutbaits for blues/channel catfish. Use live bait for flatheads. For crappie, target docks and submerged structures.
Lake Travis
While the lake is at a good elevation and the water is clear, the current light north-easterly wind and low cloud cover are making it harder to catch fish. If you plan to fish today, focus on structure and use techniques that mask lures well. Conditions are expected to improve if the wind shifts west or south, which can be optimal for bass fishing.
While the lake is at a good elevation and the water is clear, the current light north-easterly wind and low cloud cover are making it harder to catch fish. If you plan to fish today, focus on structure and use techniques that mask lures well. Conditions are expected to improve if the wind shifts west or south, which can be optimal for bass fishing.
Lake Austin
Lake Austin is currently clear to slightly stained, with excellent largemouth bass fishing, especially early in the morning or at night, and good sunfish and catfish action. Focus on shoreline cover and be mindful of boating traffic, as Lake Austin is a prime summer destination. For bass, target weed edges, brush piles, and docks. Use heavy bait casting tackle for spinnerbaits, topwaters, or jigs. For catfish and sunfish, Neko-rigged creature baits and topwater stick baits have been effective in recent reports.
Lake Austin is currently clear to slightly stained, with excellent largemouth bass fishing, especially early in the morning or at night, and good sunfish and catfish action. Focus on shoreline cover and be mindful of boating traffic, as Lake Austin is a prime summer destination. For bass, target weed edges, brush piles, and docks. Use heavy bait casting tackle for spinnerbaits, topwaters, or jigs. For catfish and sunfish, Neko-rigged creature baits and topwater stick baits have been effective in recent reports.
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Chamber Members - Local Fishing License Retailers
BUCHANAN DAM LOS CAZADORES | Phone: (325) 956-6208 | Address: 15395 E STATE HIGHWAY 29, 78609
KINGSLAND ACE HOME IMPROVEMENT | Phone: (325) 388-4526 | Address: 2607 HIGHWAY 1431, 78639
BURNET INGRAM BAIT AND TACKLE | Phone: (512) 756-4606 | Address: 3751 WEST STATE HIGHWAY 29, 78611
BURNET INKS LAKE STATE PARK (512) 793-2223 3630 PARK RD 4 WEST 78611
BUCHANAN DAM LOS CAZADORES | Phone: (325) 956-6208 | Address: 15395 E STATE HIGHWAY 29, 78609
KINGSLAND ACE HOME IMPROVEMENT | Phone: (325) 388-4526 | Address: 2607 HIGHWAY 1431, 78639
BURNET INGRAM BAIT AND TACKLE | Phone: (512) 756-4606 | Address: 3751 WEST STATE HIGHWAY 29, 78611
BURNET INKS LAKE STATE PARK (512) 793-2223 3630 PARK RD 4 WEST 78611