I miss what you young folks would call the old days. Me and my family used to picknick there since back in 1969. It was a great drive from San Antonio back then. Only a few businesses anywhere on 35 and even less on 281 back then. It was full of wildlife and very little development. My dad was military, so we always picnicked in those areas. It's been at least 15 years since I spent any time there except to check on some property I have. It's just gotten too crowded, and the water level seems to be at a very scary low. Glad yall love it, pray we get back to a normal level of rain in the future.
As of Nov 1 2024 there are no boat ramps open due to severe drought so boating, jet skiing is a problem right now. One good thing is that if the drought continues then there won't be summer crowds and noise. Seems like every year someone drowns in the lake. Also there is a big music complex venues around the area so traffic, congestion and noise can be an issue. One thing about the area is the abundance of wildlife- deer, fox, porcupine, raccoons, snakes, spiders, centipedes and I seen some big tarantulas too. If You don't want to miss a chance of hitting a deer with your car at night, come to Canyon Lake. The areas is gaining more development and population so it is losing some of its charm. Traffic is getting worse. Oh and the water supply is being challenged by the growth, so if you want your water and lawn like you had at your past home, get ready for water restrictions in the future. It use to be I could walk around my neighborhood and it was quiet. No so anymore, with traffic, construction, more people and barking dogs, I don't get the serenity Canyon Lake use to have.
We moved to CL 19 years ago. It’s not the great place it was back then because of growth and they’re selling more water out of the lake. Lake is waay down and I can’t even launch my boat on it now. The (then) new high school was great for our kids.
The lake level is very worrying for most that live near the lake. We hope the levels can go up again and Canyon Lake can return to its original greatness.
It varies per neighborhood, but mostly, they do allow STR's. You need to check with comal county about specific permits that they charge you for being a short-term rental, and you will need to get a safety inspection before you start renting it out.
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I miss what you young folks would call the old days. Me and my family used to picknick there since back in 1969. It was a great drive from San Antonio back then. Only a few businesses anywhere on 35 and even less on 281 back then. It was full of wildlife and very little development. My dad was military, so we always picnicked in those areas. It's been at least 15 years since I spent any time there except to check on some property I have. It's just gotten too crowded, and the water level seems to be at a very scary low. Glad yall love it, pray we get back to a normal level of rain in the future.
It's such a wonderful area it was bound to attract people. Hopefully, the lake fills up, and it can get back to its original glory
Have you ever been to Canyon Lake? What are your thoughts about living or visiting there?
You'll see me walking around Canyon Lake soon.
Awesome, if you see us there, say "what's up" !!!
As of Nov 1 2024 there are no boat ramps open due to severe drought so boating, jet skiing is a problem right now. One good thing is that if the drought continues then there won't be summer crowds and noise. Seems like every year someone drowns in the lake. Also there is a big music complex venues around the area so traffic, congestion and noise can be an issue. One thing about the area is the abundance of wildlife- deer, fox, porcupine, raccoons, snakes, spiders, centipedes and I seen some big tarantulas too. If You don't want to miss a chance of hitting a deer with your car at night, come to Canyon Lake. The areas is gaining more development and population so it is losing some of its charm. Traffic is getting worse. Oh and the water supply is being challenged by the growth, so if you want your water and lawn like you had at your past home, get ready for water restrictions in the future. It use to be I could walk around my neighborhood and it was quiet. No so anymore, with traffic, construction, more people and barking dogs, I don't get the serenity Canyon Lake use to have.
Thanks for your insight. There are still some areas where you can get your peace and quiet out there.
We moved to CL 19 years ago. It’s not the great place it was back then because of growth and they’re selling more water out of the lake. Lake is waay down and I can’t even launch my boat on it now.
The (then) new high school was great for our kids.
The lake level is very worrying for most that live near the lake. We hope the levels can go up again and Canyon Lake can return to its original greatness.
It's a shame the lake isn't in really bad shape now All boat ramps are closed. Almost 28 ft down.😢
Yeah, the ramps are closed. A lot of lakes in the south Texas area aren't doing too well with this lack of rain.
How is Canyon Lake in terms of allowing STRs like via Airbnb? I can’t find any info online about need for permits but wanted to check!
It varies per neighborhood, but mostly, they do allow STR's. You need to check with comal county about specific permits that they charge you for being a short-term rental, and you will need to get a safety inspection before you start renting it out.
@@nbtxlivingAwesome! Thank you for your quick response back!
@atxgurl00 no problem.