Fishing Powderhorn Lake, Texas
The GLO sites, guides and limits around Powderhorn Lake.
- 40fishing sites
- 22piers
- 23ramps
Stand in photo of the area near Powderhorn Lake: mr_t_77 from WV, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
What Powderhorn Lake offers anglers
Powderhorn Lake is part of the Matagorda Bay system.
The GLO inventory puts 40 coastal sites within 14 miles, and 22 have a pier while 23 have a ramp.
For shore fishing, start in Port Lavaca, Seadrift, Port O’Connor and Point Comfort.
For rock fishing, try Port O’Connor Little Jetty (8 miles) and Matagorda Ship Channel Jetties (13 miles).
Powderhorn Lake: Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.
Bank and pier access to Powderhorn Lake
Bright dots around Powderhorn Lake have a pier.
- Powderhorn R.V. Park, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- Powderhorn R.V. Park, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- Indianola Kayak Launch, pier
- Indianola Kayak Launch, pier
- Indianola Fishing Marina, pier $5, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Indianola Fishing Marina, pier $5, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Magnolia Beach ParkMagnolia Beach, pier, boat ramp, restrooms
- Magnolia Beach ParkMagnolia Beach, pier, boat ramp, restrooms
- Alamo BeachPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp
- Alamo BeachPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp
- King Fisher ParkPort O'Connor, pier, lights, restrooms
- King Fisher ParkPort O'Connor, pier, lights, restrooms
- Little Chocolate Bayou ParkPort Lavaca, pier, lights, restrooms
- Little Chocolate Bayou ParkPort Lavaca, pier, lights, restrooms
- Port Lavaca Bayfront Peninsula ParkPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Port Lavaca Bayfront Peninsula ParkPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Lighthouse Beach & R.V. ParkPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Lighthouse Beach & R.V. ParkPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Point Comfort City ParkPoint Comfort, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Point Comfort City ParkPoint Comfort, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Seadrift Bayfront ParkSeadrift, pier, lights, restrooms
- Seadrift Bayfront ParkSeadrift, pier, lights, restrooms
- Coloma Creek
- Indianola Park, restrooms
- Indian Point Park
- Froggies Bait & Boat Ramp, boat ramp
- Boggy Bayou Nature ParkPort O'Connor
- 16th Street Fishing Park & Kayak LaunchPort Lavaca, lights
- POC Fishing Center, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- Clark's MarinaPort O'Connor, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
Powderhorn Lake sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.
Boats for hire on Powderhorn Lake
- Bowed Up OutdoorsInshore, Port Lavaca, (361) 482-0336
- Back Bay Guide ServiceInshore, Port O'Connor, (361) 333-9231
- Coastal Flats Guide ServiceInshore, Seadrift, (281) 798-9888
- Sea Drift Guide ServiceInshore, Seadrift, (210) 825-9143
- Back Bay Guide ServiceInshore, Seadrift, (361) 983-4434
- Gray GaryInshore, Seadrift, (361) 785-6708
- Skinny Water Guide ServiceInshore, Seadrift, (713) 724-6798
- N&M Sportsman's AdventuresInshore, Port Lavaca, (210) 452-9680
- Wicked Voodoo Custom Rods & Guide ServiceInshore, Port Lavaca, (361) 746-1108
- Castem & Catchem Guide ServiceInshore, Seadrift, (361) 785-4028
Powderhorn Lake guides: operator websites and local directories, October 2026.
Saltwater limits on Powderhorn Lake
| Species | Daily bag | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater amberjack | 1 | 38 in min | |
| Striped bass | 5 | 18 in min | |
| Channel/blue catfish | 25 | ||
| Flathead catfish | 5 | 18 in min | |
| Gafftopsail catfish | No limit | 14 in min | |
| Cobia | 1 | 40 in min | |
| Black drum | 5 | 14 in min | 30 in max |
| Red drum | 3 | 20 in min | 28 in max |
Statewide saltwater limits that apply on Powderhorn Lake, TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).
Things anglers wonder about Powderhorn Lake
Is there a pier on Powderhorn Lake?
The GLO lists Powderhorn R.V. Park within 14 miles, and 21 more are listed on this page.
How many places can I fish around Powderhorn Lake?
You will find 40 sites within 14 miles.
Are there ramps on Powderhorn Lake?
Yes, 23 sites in the GLO inventory, including Powderhorn R.V. Park.
Do I need a license with the saltwater stamp on Powderhorn Lake?
Yes, for anyone 17 or older fishing Powderhorn Lake.
Is there a slot limit for reds on Powderhorn Lake?
On Powderhorn Lake the statewide rule applies, with 3 reds a day, 20 to 28 inches, plus one tagged oversize fish.
What towns are close to Powderhorn Lake?
Port Lavaca, Seadrift, Port O'Connor, Point Comfort and Magnolia Beach.
Where do I find a guide for Powderhorn Lake?
We list 10 guides for this bay.
What county do I look under for Powderhorn Lake?
Calhoun County.
What rock jetties are near Powderhorn Lake?
Port O'Connor Little Jetty, 8 miles away and Matagorda Ship Channel Jetties, 13 miles away.
Keep exploring the coast
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