Choke Canyon Reservoir Vacation and Resort Properties

Choke Canyon Reservoir is a reservoir in southern Texas. The lake and the dam that creates it are managed by the City of Corpus Christi. Choke Canyon Reservoir is rated excellent for largemouth bass and catfish. Choke Canyon State Park has two parts on peninsulas that jut into the lake. Boat ramps, picnic areas, and sport facilities are available at the South Shore Unit. The Calliham Unit has tent camping, shelters, picnic areas, trails, boat ramps, and other recreational amenities.

Choke Canyon Dam and and reservoir are features of the Nueces Project. The reservoir provides a water supply for Corpus Christi, Texas. Recreation at this reservoir is managed for Reclamation by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. When full, the lake provides approximately 26,000 acres of water surface. Accessible from numerous roads. Several boat ramps and camping facilities. Fishing year-round. Available species include black and white bass, striper, crappie, and several species of catfish. Current Reservoir Levels.

 

 

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