Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:31 PM — under 2h
- Water level
- 1.54 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Lake Waco
Updated 48 min agoSource: USGS station 08096500 — Brazos Rv at Waco, TX · 10.4 mi from Lake Waco
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeWaxing Gibbous (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Lake Waco
| Location | Waco, Texas |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Waco |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 31.561640, -97.245190 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | McLennan County |
Lake Waco is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Waco in Waco, Texas at coordinates 31.56164, -97.24519. Data published by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TX TPWD).
Lake Waco is a public boat launch on Lake Waco in Waco, McLennan County, Texas. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Waco
Is Lake Waco free to use?
Yes, Lake Waco is a public boat launch with free access in Waco, Texas.
What water does Lake Waco access?
Lake Waco provides boat launch access to Lake Waco in Waco, Texas.
How do I get to Lake Waco?
Lake Waco is located at coordinates 31.561640, -97.245190 in Waco, Texas. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Lake Waco includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.2 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.