Texas Fishing Reports ยท Hill Country Region
The South Llano River near Junction is a clear, spring-fed river with Guadalupe bass and a popular state park.
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Current flows
Wind forecast
South Llano River fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
Spring flows keep the river clear.
Small streamers and poppers in the runs.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Junction, bring: Clouser Minnow #2-6, Woolly Bugger #4-8, Crayfish #4-6, Popper #4-8, Damselfly Nymph #10-12, Egg #14-16, Pheasant Tail Nymph #14-18, Zebra Midge #18-20, Squirmy Wormie #12-14, Rainbow Warrior #16-18, Scud Bomb #14-16.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
South Llano River details
| Access | South Llano River State Park and road crossings. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 1,800 ft |
| Nearest town | Junction, Texas |
| Best season | Spring through fall |
| Fish | Guadalupe bass, sunfish, catfish |
| Regulations | Guadalupe bass are the state fish. Check the Texas Parks and Wildlife regulations before you go. A Texas fishing license with a freshwater endorsement is required for anglers 17 and older. |
| Leaders and tippet | 9 ft leaders, 2X to 4X |
| Camping | South Llano River State Park |
| Kids | Yes. |
| Good to know | Popular paddling river. Texas rivers are mostly bordered by private land. Wade or float only from public access points, and stay in the riverbed. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Slow and cold. Fish the deeper pools.
Spring
Bass spawn and white bass runs.
Summer
Hot. Fish early and late.
Fall
Bass feed hard as the water cools.
How to get there
From San Antonio, take I-10 west to Junction.