Fishing in Blanco County, Texas
The lakes, rivers and access points of Blanco County.
- 5access points
- 0lakes
- 4.2sq mi of water
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An angler overview of Blanco County
Blanco County covers 709 square miles of land and 4.2 square miles of water in the Hill Country part of Texas.
The county has 5 public access points on the TPWD layer, split into 0 lake sites and 5 river or creek sites.
Public access is busiest on Pedernales River, Blanco River and . Towns covered on this site: Blanco and Johnson City.
Sources for Blanco County: US Census 2024 Gazetteer and the TPWD public water access layer (2021-08-27).
Getting a line wet in Blanco County
Dots mark each TPWD access point in Blanco County.
- Pedernales River2 access points in Blanco County
- Blanco River2 access points in Blanco County
- 1 access point in Blanco County
Blanco County access list: TPWD public water access layer, checked October 2026.
Where Blanco County anglers drive to fish
The 2020 Census found 1,627 people in Johnson City, the county seat.
Lake Lyndon B. Johnson is the nearest surveyed lake to Johnson City, 20 miles to the north.
Count 11 lakes with TPWD survey data within 50 miles of the middle of the county.
Good and excellent TPWD ratings in the area go most often to largemouth bass (8 lakes), sunfish (8 lakes) and catfish (6 lakes).
Within 22 miles, USGS keeps 4 stream gauges on Blanco River and Pedernales River.
State parks close by on area lakes include Colorado Bend State Park, Guadalupe River State Park, Inks Lake State Park and Longhorn Cavern State Park.
Lakes within 50 miles of Blanco County that TPWD rates good or excellent for each species.
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| Species | Weight | Lake | From county | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, Smallmouth | 72.6 lb | Lady Bird (formerly Town Lake) | 41 miles | 2025 |
| Catfish, Blue | 71.4 lb | Lake Lyndon B. Johnson | 20 miles | 2016 |
| Catfish, Flathead | 61 lb | Lake Georgetown | 49 miles | 2000 |
| Carp, Grass | 56 lb | Lake Lyndon B. Johnson | 20 miles | 2021 |
| Carp, Common | 46.5 lb | Lady Bird (formerly Town Lake) | 41 miles | 1996 |
| Bass, Striped | 45.5 lb | Lady Bird (formerly Town Lake) | 41 miles | 1993 |
| Gar, Longnose | 36.25 lb | Walter E. Long Lake | 48 miles | 2006 |
| Buffalo, Black | 30.3 lb | Lake Lyndon B. Johnson | 20 miles | 2022 |
| Drum, Freshwater | 26 lb | Lake Austin | 37 miles | 2005 |
| Catfish, Channel | 21 lb | Lady Bird (formerly Town Lake) | 41 miles | 2026 |
All-ages rod and reel lake records from TPWD for lakes within 50 miles of Blanco County.
Current streamflow near Blanco County
USGS readings within 22 miles of Blanco County, in cubic feet per second.
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedernales Rv Nr Johnson City, Tx | 105 cfs, 10.46 ft gage height | Nov 11 12:00 am |
| Little Blanco Rv At Fm 32 Nr Fischer, Tx | 0 cfs, 2.78 ft gage height | Nov 11 12:15 am |
| Blanco Rv At Valley View Rd Nr Fischer, Tx | 0 cfs, 1.91 ft gage height | Nov 11 12:15 am |
| Blanco Rv At Fischer Store Rd Nr Fischer, Tx | 13 cfs, 3.72 ft gage height | Nov 11 12:15 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 11, 2026 12:32 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Trout season sites in Blanco County
| Location | Trout stocked | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Blanco State Park #3 | 2,675 | 11/29/2025, 03/02/26 |
| Blanco State Park #4 | 1,425 | 12/13/2025 |
Blanco County: TPWD winter trout schedule (2025-2026 season) and Neighborhood Fishin site list.
Shops within a drive of Johnson City
- Briarcliff Marinamarina, Spicewood, 24 miles northeast
- Siesta Shores Marinamarina, Spicewood, 24 miles east
- The Rough Hollow Yacht Club & Marinamarina, , 25 miles east
- Waterford Marinamarina, Lago Vista, 26 miles east
- Lakeway Marinamarina, Lakeway, 26 miles east
- Nautical Boat Club – Lakewaymarina, Lakeway, 26 miles east
- Jensen Fishing Tacklebait tackle, Canyon Lake, 27 miles southeast
- Cranes Mill Marinamarina, Canyon Lake, 27 miles south
Shops within 40 miles of Johnson City: OpenStreetMap contributors and store lists, October 2026.
Bordering Blanco County
Lake Lyndon B. Johnson
20 miles north of the county center
Lake Marble Falls
22 miles northeast of the county center
Canyon Lake
30 miles southeast of the county center
Lake Travis
31 miles east of the county center
- Hays County26 miles southeast
- Kendall County29 miles southwest
- Comal County32 miles south
- Gillespie County33 miles west
Answers for anglers in Blanco County
How many public fishing access points are in Blanco County?
TPWD maps 5 public water access points in Blanco County.
What creeks and rivers are open in Blanco County?
TPWD lists stream access on Pedernales River (2), Blanco River (2) and (1).
What lake is closest to Blanco County outside the county?
Lake Lyndon B. Johnson is about 20 miles north of the county center.
Are rainbow trout stocked in Blanco County?
Yes, Blanco State Park #3 and Blanco State Park #4 received trout during 2025-2026.
Which town is the seat of Blanco County?
Johnson City, home to 1,627 people in 2020.
How close is Johnson City to a lake?
From Johnson City, Lake Lyndon B. Johnson is about 20 miles north.
Which fish rate highest near Blanco County?
Lakes inside 50 miles score good or excellent most often for largemouth bass, sunfish, catfish and white bass.
What lake record stands out near Blanco County?
The standout record is at Lady Bird (formerly Town Lake), a 45.5 pound bass, striped from 1993.
Where can I check river levels near Blanco County?
The table above pulls 4 USGS gauges, including Pedernales Rv nr Johnson City, TX.
Is there a bait shop near Johnson City?
Try Briarcliff Marina in Spicewood, roughly 24 miles off.
Where is the closest state park for fishing near Blanco County?
Try Colorado Bend, Guadalupe River and Inks Lake; inside a Texas state park you can fish from the bank or a pier without a license.
What share of Blanco County is water?
Some 4.2 square miles are water, set against 709 square miles of land.
Keep exploring past Blanco County
Lakes around Blanco County are a short drive, and every Texas county has a page.