Discover more placesNear Waco, TX
People also search for
Refine results for Lakes
Lake Characteristics Location: On the Bosque River just off Texas Highway 6 within the Waco city limits Surface area: 8,465 acres Maximum depth: 90 feet Impounded: 1965 Water Conditions Current Lake Level Conservation Pool Elevation: 462 ft. msl Fluctuation: 2-6 feet Normal Clarity: Stained to murky most of the year Reservoir Controlling Authority
Lake Waco was formed by a dam built on the Bosque River basin. The lake has 79,000 acre-feet (97,000,000 m 3) of water and is currently run by the US Army Corps of Engineers . Contents 1 History 2 Hydrology 2.1 Physicochemical characteristics 3 Ecology 3.1 Climate 3.2 Flora 3.3 Fauna 3.4 Invasive Species 4 Lake Use
- United States
- Bosque River
Lake Waco is on the Bosque River just off Texas Highway 6. The lake has seven boat ramps, excellent campsites with water, electricity, and dump stations available around the lake. Houseboat on Lake Waco Lake Waco has a surface area of 7,270 acres and a maximum depth of 85 feet. The water levels don't usually fluctuate more than 2 to 6 feet.
Waco Lake 4.5 11 #30 of 57 things to do in Waco Bodies of Water Open now 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Visit website Call Write a review About Suggested duration 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing All photos (7) Top ways to experience nearby attractions 2022 Luxurious River Cruise on the Brazos River in Waco 443 Recommended
- (11)
- 3801 Zoo Park Drive, Waco, 76708-5559, Texas
- Attraction
- When is Waco Lake open?Waco Lake is open:Sun - Sat 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- What hotels are near Waco Lake?Hotels near Waco Lake: (7.66 mi) Tell Story Walk (7.23 mi) Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco (6.62 mi) La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown -...
- What restaurants are near Waco Lake?Restaurants near Waco Lake: (5.60 mi) Cafe Homestead (6.78 mi) Common Grounds Waco (6.29 mi) Silos Baking Co. (0.71 mi) Lakeside Tavern (5.14 mi) M...
- What attractions are near Waco Lake?Attractions near Waco Lake: (2.42 mi) Waco Mammoth National Monument (5.56 mi) Brazos Bluffs Ranch (6.15 mi) Waco Tours (6.19 mi) Brazos Tours (3.6...
- Camping and Day Use
- Nearby Activities
- Directions
- Additional Information
BoatingCampingEnvironmental EducationFishingFrom IH 35, west on Texas 6. Exit either end of Twin Bridges. From IH 35 , West on Loop 340 and turn right on Steinbeck Bend Road, Turn right on Skeet Eason Road Office to left and Airport Park is on left.
- Waco Lake, Texas
- (254) 756-5359
Lake Waco has ten public boat ramps. Most ramps charge a $4 launch fee. A $30 annual day use/boat ramp permit is available. Lakeside parks contain many excellent campsites with water and electric, and some with sewage hookups. Dump stations are available in all campgrounds. For more details, choose a point on the map or a name in the chart below.
3400 Overflow Rd Waco TX 76712. Phone Number. For campground inquiries, please call: 254-756-5359. Rental Options. Learn more about gear rental options for your trip. Driving Directions. From I-35, take exit 330B Hwy 6 N toward Meridian for about 6 miles. After passing over the Lake on the Twin Bridges, take the first exit toward Lake Waco ...
People also ask
What is Lake Waco known for?
Is there a houseboat on Lake Waco?
What is the surface area of Lake Waco?
How much is a boat ramp in Lake Waco?