Fishing Crea Brothers Lake in Bexar County, Texas

• Overview

  Crea Brothers Lake is one of the Bexar County listings for Texas. Height above sea level is 833 feet. About 10 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. It is a small entry by Bexar County standards. The nearest place of any size is Live Oak, 1.6 miles away. Beyond it, Selma at 2.7 miles and Universal City at 4.3 miles. You are close to a county edge here; who manages the access can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Crea Brothers Lake

  We hold no survey for this water; read the slope of the shoreline instead. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Nearby survey and observation records mention green sunfish, bluegill and common carp. That is what has been logged nearby, not a stocking list, so check local rules before you plan around any one species. Work Crea Brothers Lake in sections rather than trying to cover it.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 83°F in July and bottom out at 49°F in January. Summer is the season to work around, not winter. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Crea Brothers Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. Mapping shows parking within half a mile. Carp respond to sweetcorn or boilies fished patiently on the bottom near feeding areas. Sort the permit out before you load the car. Where the way in crosses private ground, ask first. Soil Conservation Service Site 13a Reservoir at 3 miles is the sensible second choice. Confirm access to Crea Brothers Lake locally before you travel.