The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Powderhorn Lake
Calhoun County, Texas · about 3,020 acres (4.7 sq mi)
74°F water, calm this morning.
About Powderhorn Lake
In Calhoun County, Texas, Powderhorn Lake covers about 3,020 acres.
From end to end it runs about 5 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 15.8 miles. Port O'Connor lies about 5.8 miles to the southeast. The closest city is Victoria, about 34 miles away.
- Size
- About 3,020 acres (4.7 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 15.8 miles
- End to end
- About 5 miles
- County
- Calhoun County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Fair
- 6:15 am – 8:30 am bestsunrise · wind 9 mph
- 4:00 pm – 5:45 pmsunset, moon overhead · wind 20 mph
Sunday Slow
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Lakes like Powderhorn Lake in Texas usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 74°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
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
4 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 6:47 am · sunset 5:33 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Powderhorn Lake
- Port O'Connorabout 5.8 mi southeast
- Port Lavacaabout 9.3 mi northwest
- Seadriftabout 10 mi southwest
- Palaciosabout 21 mi northeast
- Victorianearest city, about 34 mi northwest
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Questions about Powderhorn Lake
What fish are in Powderhorn Lake?
Lakes like Powderhorn Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Powderhorn Lake?
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 Powderhorn Lake?
About 3,020 acres, with about 15.8 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Powderhorn Lake?
Port O'Connor is about 5.8 miles southeast; Port Lavaca is about 9.3 miles northwest.
What is the water temperature at Powderhorn Lake today?
The surface was about 74°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Powderhorn Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
