The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 3 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Anahuac
Chambers County, Texas · about 4,880 acres (7.6 sq mi)
73°F water, calm this morning.
About Lake Anahuac
Lake Anahuac is a lake in Chambers County, Texas, covering about 4,880 acres.
From end to end it runs about 3.4 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 10.4 miles. Anahuac sits right on the water. Baytown, the nearest city, is about 17 miles west.
- Size
- About 4,880 acres (7.6 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 10.4 miles
- End to end
- About 3.4 miles
- County
- Chambers County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise
- 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 0 mph
Saturday Fair
- 3:45 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 15 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
For a lake of this size in Texas, largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 73°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Active early and late. Head to shade, docks and grass in midday.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 2
- 3
- 4
3 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:42 am · sunset 5:23 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Anahuac
- Anahuacon the shore
- Old River-Winfreeabout 8.2 mi northwest
- Mont Belvieuabout 11 mi west
- Beach Cityabout 14 mi southwest
- Baytownnearest city, about 17 mi west
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Questions about Lake Anahuac
What fish are in Lake Anahuac?
Lakes like Lake Anahuac usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Anahuac?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Lake Anahuac?
About 4,880 acres, with about 10.4 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Anahuac?
Anahuac is on the shore; Old River-Winfree is about 8.2 miles northwest.
What is the water temperature at Lake Anahuac today?
The surface was about 73°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Anahuac on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
