Lake Corpus Christi
Lake Corpus Christi covers 18,256 acres about 20 miles northwest of Corpus Christi, with a maximum depth of 60 feet. TPWD rates catfish excellent and largemouth bass good, with fish over 5 pounds reported often.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Abundant; fish 5 lb and over reported frequently
White Bass
Excellent in Nueces River channel in cooler months
Crappie
Catches improving
Blue Catfish
Most abundant catfish
Channel Catfish
Flathead Catfish
Bluegill
Redear Sunfish
Boat launches
5 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Lake Corpus Christi State ParkPublicTwo improved two-lane ramps, one lighted; TPWD; $5 per person per day; lighted fishing pier in parkDirections ↗
- Sunrise BeachPublicPrivate; fee required; accommodates most boat typesDirections ↗
- Weber's Boat LandingPublicPrivate; fee; boat gas; fishing dockDirections ↗
- Camp BellPublicPrivate; one-lane concrete ramp; $2 launch feeDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Lake Corpus Christi are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Lake Corpus Christi ↗Local tips
- Fish white bass in the Nueces River channel in cooler months and the main lake in summer.
- The state park has a lighted fishing pier.
- Blue catfish are the most abundant cat.
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