Blue , channel , and flathead catfish occur throughout the reservoir. The water tends to become more stained as one moves up the lake, with some portions of the upper end more closely resembling a flatland type impoundment. In the lower end of the reservoir marinas, floating boat docks, rockpiles, ledges, and steep drop offs provide cover for game fish. When the water is high, largemouth bass anglers should concentrate on the flooded terrestrial vegetation that lines the banks. The upper end of the reservoir will have more flooded vegetation.
Many large creeks enter the lake and hold game fish year round.
Bass fishing from June through August can be difficult for even the most experienced anglers. Topwater baits such as Zara Spooks, Jumping Minnows, Pop- R's, and suspended jerkbaits are popular with bass anglers. Double willowleaf spinnerbaits with metal flake blades also work well. In Lake Travis, largemouth bass are famous for suspending over points, along drop offs, and in the major marinas. Often a topwater, jerkbait, or spinnerbait pulled near the surface will call them to the top.