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Medina Lake Reservoir

Current fishing report for Medina Lake, Texas

Historically one of the best bass lakes in the state, Medina is currently subject to extreme water level fluctuations.

Lake levelUnavailable
Best nowCatfish, Sunfish, Carp
On The Water
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Quick read
  • Check current water levels before planning a trip.
  • Fish are extremely concentrated during low water cycles.
  • Rocky structure remains the primary cover.
Location Map
Coordinates: 29.5403, -98.9336
Lakewide report
SpeciesRatingCurrent read
Largemouth bass Poor Concentrated in remaining deep water.
Catfish Fair Still present in the main basin.
Sunfish Good Steady action in rocky pockets.
36-hour weather outlook
Local Area
NWS updated 2026-04-21T07:44:26+00:00
Tue 8 AM to 2 PM
60° to 62°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Rain: 80%Wind: 5 mph ESE
Tue 2 PM to 8 PM
63° to 67°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Rain: 55%Wind: 5 mph ESE
Tue 8 PM to 2 AM
69° to 72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Rain: 55%Wind: 5 mph ESE
Wed 2 AM to 8 AM
67° to 68°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Rain: 30%Wind: 5 mph E
Wed 8 AM to 2 PM
65° to 66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Rain: 25%Wind: 5 mph SE
Wed 2 PM to 8 PM
67° to 77°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Rain: 28%Wind: 5 mph SSE
Bank fishing report
Shore-focused

Bank access changes significantly with the water level; check park statuses before arrival.

  • Wander until you find deeper pockets of water.
  • Finesse baits and live bait are the most consistent.
  • Focus on the areas closest to the dam during drought.
Boat fishing report
Structure-focused

Ramp access is often limited during low water; verify ramp status before towing a boat.

  • Stay near the deepest available water and contour breaks.
  • Vertical jigging can be effective when fish are bunched.
  • Watch for hazards that are normally submerged.
Sources & Live Data