San Saba, Waco Creek Ranch

Austin Area

Property Info

  • General Availability
    Closed during hunting season.
  • Membership Access
    Gold Member Only Access
  • Lake Size
    40 Acres
  • Bank Fishing
    Bank fishing is not available.
  • Tent Camping
    Tent camping is not available.
  • Boat Availability
    Aluminum boat with pedestal seating, trolling motor and battery
  • Boat Launch
    No outside boats allowed
Waco Creek Lake is 40 acres but fishes much larger with lots of points and structure. This lake is a fisherman's dream and is considered one of the club's signature properties. It has depths up to 25 feet with trees, rocks, and vegetation throughout. This lake has been stocked with Florida bass. The largest fish caught to date is 13.4 lbs. This lake consistently produces multiple double-digit bass every year.

The fishing day rate includes a boat already furnished with foot-controlled trolling motors and padded swivel seats. Up to 3 boats are available. One boat for every 2 anglers. Lodging is also available (see info on the right side of the page).

The site is limited during hunting season. Placing a reservation through the reservation system (during hunting season) is not a guarantee of availability. After placing your reservation, PWF will contact you personally to confirm your outing.

DO NOT HARVEST ANY BASS AT THIS TIME - new genetics have been introduced

MANDATORY!!! Remove all crappie and catfish at this site. Report the total number of each species removed, back to the club office through the online reservation system after your outing.

Please note that your fishing reservation is only for the date on your reservation. You may not fish “for a couple of hours” the night before or the morning after your reservation time frame. Failure to adhere to this will result in the termination of your membership. Please know we are firm on this. No exceptions or “I was unaware” of this request will result in the termination of your membership.

Requirements

There is a 2 adult minimum to fish this site.

No 1/2 day reservations unless you book an entire day. (Ex. Book all day Saturday and half-day Sunday)

To power the Minn Kota Fortrex trolling motor, use the toggle switch on the side of the foot-control. The toggle switch has positions for momentary or continuous power to the unit.

If you are unfamiliar with bow mounted hand or foot control trolling motors please call the club office for tips to make your day on the water a lot more enjoyable.

***To bring the front trolling motor back up you may need to step on the bracket mount to relieve tension on the locking mechanism. Do this before bringing the boat to or near shore and use the rear trolling motor when returning the boat or beaching the boat to avoid damage to the front trolling motor

DO NOT HARVEST ANY BASS AT THIS TIME - new genetics have been introduced

MANDATORY!!! Remove all crappie and catfish at this site. Report the total number of each species removed, back to the club office through the online reservation system after your outing.

Kids must fish in a boat w/ 2 adults. No Youth rates available.

Use barb-less hooks only when fishing with soft plastics.

No outside boats allowed.

Decked Boats with foot controlled trolling motors and batteries are furnished. The boats will be in the water, and batteries will be in each boat. You do not need to charge or change any of the batteries.

DO NOT drive around the property. Drive only to the lake and/or the lodge. Leave all gates as you found them. Gates have previously been left open causing cattle issues.

Please note that your fishing reservation is only for the date on your reservation. You may not fish “for a couple of hours” the night before or the morning after your reservation time frame. Failure to adhere to this will result in termination of your membership. Please know we are firm on this. No exceptions or “I was unaware” of this request will result in termination of your membership.

General Directions

App. 220 miles, 4 hours from downtown Dallas. App. 125 miles, 2 hours 30 minutes from downtown Austin. App. 160 miles, 3 hours from downtown San Antonio. 100 miles northwest of Austin

Fishing Report

San Saba-What a blast!

Steve Alexander on Mar 26 ,2024

After all these years, I still think San Saba is my favorite place to fish. If its not #1 its a top 3 place for me for sure. I have so many fond memories fishing here the past 20 years.…

Solo at Waco Creek

Bruce Bernard on Mar 24 ,2024

Reservation Number : 38725 Property Name : Waco Creek Ranch Reservation Date : 03/23/2024 All Day - 03/23/2024 All Day Total Fish/Sizes : Bunch Lures Used : Everything! I made the annual trek to fish at the spectacular Waco Creek…

Finally Made It To San Saba!

Steve Free on Mar 13 ,2024

Reservation Number : 38868 Property Name : Waco Creek Ranch Reservation Date : 03/12/2024 All Day - Total Fish/Sizes : 48 fish, 2-3 lb range, 5 lb max Lures Used : Whopper Plopper, Watermelon and Blue Senkos, Red and Yellow…

Property Pricing

  • Day Rate$225.00
  • Half-Day Rate$160.00
  • Under Twelve Rate$225.00
  • Youth (13-17) Day Rate$225.00
  • Youth (13-17) Half-Day Rate$160.00

Lodging Info

  • CabinCabin
  • 48 hour notice is required to lodge at this site. $50 per person per night. Lodging check-in & check-out times are as follows, Check-in: 3:00 P.M. & Check-out 12:00 P.M. (Noon) The manufactured home sits 1.5 miles from the lake, master bedroom has a twin and double bed with full bathroom, bedroom (2) has a twin bunk bed, bedroom (3) has one twin and double bed, the living room has one twin size bed. Full service kitchen complete with stove top, microwave, oven, fridge/freezer, coffee maker, and dishwasher. There is silverware, plates/bowls, and glasses for your use. The cabin has (2) full baths, no TV or internet available, central a/c & heat. There is an outdoor picnic table, charcoal grill, and a great fire pit just waiting for you to share some great stories about the days fishing. Please provide your own charcoal and firewood. Please bring linens or sleeping bag, as well as pillows. You will need to provide your own towels. When you depart, please leave the cabin as clean as you found it. The remoteness of the cabin does not allow for cleaning crews to access the cabin. We have artificially priced lodging rate low and ask that you please be prepared to clean, sweep, wipe counters, etc. Please take all trash accumulated during your stay with you.