Calaveras Creek

As a river in Texas, United States, Calaveras Creek fishes best when the flow is steady and the water is clear enough to see a foot or two down. Anglers who do well at Calaveras Creek pay attention to small things: the angle of the current, the colour of the water, what's hatching, where the wading birds are working. Fly anglers can match local insect activity; spin anglers can run small spinners or soft plastics through the same lies.

Location

29.3169, -98.3084 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Red drumBlue catfishChannel catfishLargemouth bassBluegillNile tilapia

Fishing Techniques

• For Red drum

  When fishing structure, cast upcurrent and let your bait naturally drift down.

• For Blue catfish

  Target areas with current breaks and structure, like submerged timber or ledges, as blue catfish often ambush prey in these locations. Use a fish finder to locate schools of baitfish, as blue catfish are likely to be nearby.

• For Channel catfish

  Fish near structure like submerged trees or rocks, as channel catfish often use these areas for ambush points and shelter.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Calaveras Creek.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Calaveras Creek, make sure your licence covers Texas, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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