Thanks to last week’s heavy rains, boat ramps that had been closed for over a year due to prolonged drought are now available to recreationalists. Comal County today reopened four of the boat ramps it operates on Canyon Lake, and the Water
Comal County issued a mandatory evacuation order today for all areas along the Guadalupe River from the county line at Guadalupe River State Park to FM 311. Anyone in this area should leave immediately, along with pets and essential medications. Spring Branch
With a large amount of floodwater entering Canyon Lake from the Upper Guadalupe River and more expected today, Jacobs Creek, Canyon, and Comal parks closed today. Nichol’s Landing in Spring Branch, a favorite spot for kayakers, also closed. Cranes Mill Park, located
Comal County spokesperson Cary Zayas warns the dangerous flood wave moving down the Guadalupe River west of Canyon Lake is expected to reach Canyon Lake, Spring Branch, Guadalupe River State Park and Honey Creek State Natural Area around 4 p.m. today, July
A flood watch remains in effect for the Canyon Lake area through Thursday evening, with isolated storm totals of two to six inches possible. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District (USACE) — which owns and operates Canyon Lake —
The Water Oriented Recreation District of Comal County’s (WORD) Run. Party. Float. Series continues 8 a.m. Saturday, July 11, with the Comal Park 5K/10K. The free race includes a scenic run, a “laid-back summer party,” and a full day at the lake.
Texas A&M Forest Service encourages residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks and participating in outdoor activities over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Fireworks are a longstanding tradition but they also pose a risk to people, property and natural resources when
Canyon Lake celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a spectacular fireworks show starting at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4. Liberty on the Lake includes 20 minutes of professional fireworks and a two-minute grand finale. Pyrotechnics
Take Dad to a park at Canyon Lake for Father’s Day. Cranes Mill, Canyon and Comal parks are open for outdoor adventures of all kinds. Water Oriented Recreation of Comal County (WORD) operates these parks and suggests: Cranes Mill Park, 16700 Cranes
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) began filling Canyon Reservoir — better known as Canyon Lake — on this date in 1964. Canyon Dam was used to deliberately impound water by holding back the Guadalupe River in Spring Branch. The lake