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Grapevine Lake Fishing Report & Water Level
Grapevine Lake is at 532.88 ft above mean sea level and 91.7% full as of Oct 20, 2026 (TWDB daily average). That is 2.12 ft below the 535.0 ft conservation pool.
Grapevine Lake water level today & trend
The lake is near its conservation pool (full) level.
| Level (daily avg.) | 532.88 ft msl (Oct 20, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Conservation pool | 535.0 ft msl |
| Percent full | 91.7% (-0.6 pts in 7 days, -2.0 pts in 1 year) |
| Conservation storage | 149,585 of 163,064 acre-feet |
| Current surface area | 6,154 acres |
| Latest USGS gauge reading | 532.88 ft (lake elevation, NGVD29) at Oct 20, 6:45 AM CDT, USGS 08054500. Instantaneous provisional value; datum can differ slightly from TWDB. |
Percent full from 2025-10-20 (93.7%) to 2026-10-20 (91.7%). Range shown 89.8%–100.0%.
Sources: TWDB Water Data for Texas: Grapevine Lake (CSV), USGS. Provisional data, updated daily.
Grapevine Lake fishing report: recent conditions & what's biting
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Seasonal pattern for October (general guide)
Fall transition. Shad migrate into creeks and coves and bass follow them, so moving baits that cover water are often effective. Fall turnover can make fishing inconsistent for a short time on deeper lakes. Schooling fish appear in open water.
This describes typical October patterns on Texas reservoirs. It is not an observed report for Grapevine Lake. Water temperature, lake level (currently -0.15 ft this week) and weather move fish more than the calendar does.
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Best baits & techniques for Grapevine Lake bass fishing
General, proven approaches for the species TPWD lists in Grapevine Lake. These are not lake-specific hot baits.
- Largemouth bass
- Texas-rigged soft plastics (worms, creature baits), jigs, spinnerbaits and bladed jigs, crankbaits (squarebills shallow, deep divers on ledges), lipless crankbaits, and topwaters in low light. Florida-strain trophies are often caught on big worms, jigs and swimbaits.
- Smallmouth bass
- Small soft plastics (tubes, Ned rigs, drop shots), jerkbaits and small crankbaits around rocky points, bluffs and gravel banks.
- Spotted bass
- Finesse plastics, shaky heads and small crankbaits around rocky structure and deeper banks.
- White bass
- Small slabs, jigs, inline spinners and small crankbaits. Look for schools chasing shad, and spring spawning runs in the tributaries.
- Crappie
- Live minnows and small jigs around brush piles, standing timber, docks and bridge pilings. Spider-rigging and vertical jigging are common.
- Catfish
- Cut bait and live bait for blue and flathead catfish, prepared/stink baits and worms for channel catfish. Drift-fishing and baited holes are both popular.
Comparing gear? See our baitcasting reel and bass rod spec comparisons.
Fish species in Grapevine Lake
- Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Spotted bass
- White bass
- White crappie
- Channel and blue catfish
| Location | On Denton Creek, a tributary of the Elm Fork of the Trinity River in Tarrant and Denton Counties, just north of the City of Grapevine |
|---|---|
| Surface area (at full pool) | 6,684 acres |
| Maximum depth | 65 feet |
| Impounded | 1952 |
| Typical fluctuation | 5-10 feet |
| Normal water clarity | Stained |
| Controlling authority | US Army Corps of Engineers |
Species and lake facts from TPWD: Fishing Grapevine Lake (retrieved Oct 20, 2026). Bag and size limits can be lake-specific; check the TPWD Outdoor Annual.
Grapevine Lake boat ramps & public access
Status: check before you go. We don't track ramp closures. Ramps can close for low or high water, construction or flood damage, and the lake is -2.1 ft vs. conservation pool today. Confirm with the operator (US Army Corps of Engineers).
BOATER ADVISORY: Zebra mussels have invaded reservoir! CLEAN, DRAIN AND DRY your boat, trailer, livewells/bait buckets, and other gear before traveling to another water body. Draining water is required by law and possession and transport of zebra mussels is illegal. Boat ramps and shoreline parks at Lake Grapevine are managed by the USACE, the City of Grapevine, and the Town of Trophy Club. Several parks also offer campgrounds, beaches, picnic areas, and opportunities for shoreline fishing. The Vineyards boat ramp is available only to overnight guests.
| Map | Boat ramp / access point & location | Amenities (TPWD) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Meadowmere From Texas 114 take Dove Road east to Kimball. Go north on Kimball to Meadowmere Lane on the left side of the road. Two ramps in different locations within the park. Each has two boat lanes with parking for 30 and 50 vehicles respectively.; Boat launch fee required; annual pass available; Operated by City of Grapevine (817) 410-3122 | restrooms, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas | Check before you go |
| B | Lakeview Park From Texas 114 take Dove Road east to Kimball. Go north on Kimball to Lakeview Drive, turn north and follow road into park. There are two ramps in different locations within the park. Each has one boat lane with parking for 15 vehicles each.; Boat launch fee required; annual pass available; Operated by City of Grapevine (817) 410-3122 | restrooms, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas | Check before you go |
| C | Oak Grove/Scotts Landing From Northwest Highway in Grapevine take Dove Road north to Dove Loop, Dove Loop north to Oak Grove Park. Several boat ramps are within the park. These include McPherson Slough (2-lane ramp with parking for 25), Dove Loop Ramp (2-lane ramp with parking for 65), Trawick Ramp (1-lane ramp with parking for 42), and Sand Bass Point Ramp (2-lane ramp with parking for 30); Boat launch fee required; annual pass available; Operated by City of Grapevine (817) 410-3122; Scotts Landing Marina is in the park (817) 481-4549 | restrooms, parking, courtesy docks, boat gas, picnic areas | Check before you go |
| D | The Vineyards From Business Highway 114 take Dooley Rd north to Katie Dr. Campground is on the west side of the road. One boat ramp with 2 lanes and parking for vehicles; Operated by City of Grapevine (817) 329-8993 | restrooms, cleaning stations, parking, courtesy docks, camping | Check before you go |
| E | Katie's Woods Park From Business Highway 114 take Dooley Rd north to Katie Dr. One boat ramp with 2 lanes and parking for 47 vehicles; One high-water ramp with 2 lanes and limited parking for vehicles; Boat launch fee required; annual pass available; Operated by City of Grapevine (817) 329-8993 | restrooms, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas | Check before you go |
| F | Silverlake Marina From Highway 114 take Texan Trail North to Hwy 26. Turn east on 26, north on Fairway Drive, then west on Marina Dr. One boat ramp with 2 lanes and ample parking for vehicles. Parking lot is a long walk from ramp.; Boat launch fee required; Privately operated (817) 481-1918 | restrooms, parking, boat gas | Check before you go |
| G | Murrell Park/Twin Coves Marina Located on the north side of the lake at 880 Simmons Rd, Flower Mound, 75022. From FM 1171, turn south on FM 2499. Take a right on Flower Mound Road and an immediate left on McKamy Creek. Turn left on Simmons Road and follow to park. Two ramps offer 4 boat lanes with parking for 40 vehicles; Boat launch fee required; annual pass available; Park operated by US Army Corps of Engineers (817) 865-2600; Twin Coves Marina is in the park (972) 724-1804 | restrooms, ADA Accessible, boat gas, picnic areas, camping | Check before you go |
| H | Twin Coves Park From Cross Timbers Road (FM 1187) take Old Settlers Road south to McKamy Road, McKamy west to Simmons Road, Simmons north to Wichita Trail, Wichita west to Twin Coves Park road, south on park road to ramp. Two-lane ramp with parking for 10 vehicles; Boat launch fee required; Accessible fishing pier; Operated by City of Flower Mound (972) 874-6399 | restrooms, cleaning stations, ADA Accessible, parking, picnic areas, camping | Check before you go |
| I | Trophy Club Park Located at 2885 Tophy Park Drive, Trophy Club, 76262. From Old Denton Highway (Texas 377) take Marshall Creek Road east to park. Two-lane concrete ramp with parking for 15 vehicles; Boat fee required; Operated by Town of Trophy Club (817) 491-9616 | restrooms, parking, picnic areas, camping | Check before you go |
Access list from TPWD: Grapevine Lake public access facilities (map and locations on TPWD; retrieved Oct 20, 2026). Includes some privately owned facilities that may charge fees.
Texas law requires draining all water from your boat and onboard receptacles when leaving or approaching public fresh water (zebra mussel prevention). Clean, drain and dry.
Local guides & marinas at Grapevine Lake
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Grapevine Lake weather forecast
- Today
79°F, Sunny
Wind ESE 5 mph - Tonight
55°F, Clear
Wind E 0 to 5 mph - Wednesday
80°F, Sunny
Wind E 0 to 5 mph - Wednesday Night
57°F, Mostly Clear
Wind ESE 0 to 5 mph - Thursday
82°F, Sunny
Wind ESE 0 to 5 mph - Thursday Night
59°F, Partly Cloudy
Wind SE 5 mph
National Weather Service point forecast for 32.973, -97.056 (NWS FWD), issued Oct 20, 6:06 AM CDT. Full forecast at weather.gov.
Grapevine Lake FAQ
What is the water level at Grapevine Lake today?
On Oct 20, 2026, Grapevine Lake was at 532.88 ft above mean sea level and 91.7% full, according to the Texas Water Development Board. That is 2.12 ft below the 535.0 ft conservation pool.
What fish are in Grapevine Lake?
TPWD lists these predominant species for Grapevine Lake: Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Spotted bass, White bass, White crappie, Channel and blue catfish.
Who manages Grapevine Lake?
US Army Corps of Engineers is the controlling authority, according to TPWD.
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