Canyon Lake Gorge

09/19/2026

Canyon Lake Gorge will be closed Saturday, September 19, for a GBRA staff event. Because the Gorge is also closed on Sundays, regular hours will resume Monday, September 21, at 9:00 a.m. Thank you for your understanding.

09/09/2026

Canyon Reservoir has two important jobs: water supply and flood protection.

Here’s how the Conservation Pool and Flood Pool work:

Conservation Pool: The reservoir’s normal operating range, up to 909 feet mean sea level (MSL). Water stored here supports regional water supplies and is managed by GBRA.

Flood Pool: The area above 909 feet MSL, extending to 943 feet. This additional storage provides space for incoming runoff during major rainfall events, helping reduce downstream flood risk.

Water enters Canyon Reservoir primarily through rainfall, runoff, and upstream flows in the Guadalupe River watershed. It can then be released downstream or withdrawn as raw water for treatment and use.

Two pools. Two purposes. One important role in managing the Guadalupe River Basin.

Learn more about Canyon Reservoir on the link in first comment.

09/06/2026

Canyon Lake Gorge will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8, when our new hours take effect: Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with the Main Gate closing at 3:30 p.m. The Gorge will be closed Sundays. We hope you have a safe Labor Day.

08/25/2026

Canyon Lake Gorge will be closed Wednesday, August 26, for staff development. Regular hours will resume Thursday, August 27. Thank you for your understanding as our team takes time to learn, prepare, and continue improving the visitor experience at the Gorge. Thank you for your understanding.

07/21/2026

Meet presenter Stephanie Regets!
Stephanie is the Education Program Director for Canyon Lake Gorge, GBRA – Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority. She oversees the Education Team and programs such as fieldtrips, nature-based education, outreach and summer camp, in total impacting over 20,000 children annually. Stephanie has been a champion for children's educational success through teaching at NEISD, Leave No Trace, Project WET, Project WILD and Texas Children in Nature. Her work to connect children to nature has created groundbreaking programs that promote equitable access for all to nature. Her passion for nature and water, connecting the full circle of plants, wildlife, and sustainability will leave a lasting impression on those she meets. Stephanie lives in San Antonio, Texas where you can find her and her husband, Philip, off on their next adventure. They have two boys, Alexander and Conrad, daughter-in-law Alexis, and three grandson’s Bradley, Maverick, and Myles.

07/21/2026

Great day!

07/21/2026

Canyon Lake is full!!

What is the Conservation Pool? You may have heard that Canyon Reservoir's Conservation Pool is now 100% full—but what does that actually mean?

The Conservation Pool is the portion of the reservoir specifically managed by GBRA to store water for municipal, industrial, agricultural, and environmental needs. It's the water supply that helps meet the everyday needs of the communities, businesses, and ecosystems that depend on the Guadalupe River. On July 22, GBRA will increase the Canyon Reservoir release rate to non-drought operations. Stay tuned for updates.

When the Conservation Pool is full, it means this dedicated water supply has been replenished. That's welcome news, but it doesn't mean our work is done. Water conservation remains important every day. Weather conditions can change quickly, and using water wisely helps protect this valuable resource for the future.

Learn more about Canyon Reservoir and GBRA's water management: https://www.gbra.org/operations/canyon-reservoir/

07/06/2026

2 hour Guided tours available most mornings at 9AM. We also have hiking trails over looking the Gorge. Please visit our website for current seasonal hours. Remember to stay hydrated!

07/02/2026

Our trails will be open Friday, July 3rd from 8am-3pm.
Enjoy your 4th of July and we will see you back at the Gorge on Monday, July 6th.

The Canyon Lake Gorge will be CLOSED Saturday, July 4, in observance of America’s 250th anniversary. Have a fun and happy holiday!

06/18/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, the Canyon Lake Gorge will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026. We look forward to welcoming visitors back after the holiday. Have a safe and meaningful Juneteenth.