The lake was very low when we went. Even the boat ramp didn't come near the water, so it was a long walk down to actual water. On the other hand, this meant that the feature that we think is typically an island was a peninsula instead and was totally walkable. Some very neat views out there. Overall, it's pretty.

It was our first time visiting from Houston and we really enjoyed our little trip just visit not swimm,because the weather became a little cold and windy after the rain but it is a beautiful place to visit with family .We love the cliff side,very clean water

I would give negative stars if Google allowed me..Beware!!!The entrance operator, Sheila, is one of the most rude, unprofessional employees I have ever encountered. My husband and I had our older child go into the park before us. We needed a battery for our jet ski so I simply asked if I could enter with my kids in their vehicle. I was told no, I get it , there are rules. I ask if I could hand them towels and was RUDELY told no.Again, I understand there are rules.I also understand that there is a proper way to conduct yourself to paying customers. I own a business myself and would fire any employee over speaking to anyone in the manner she conducted herself.Sheila even came out of the office to listen to the conversation between my daughter and I as she proceeded to start problems by very unnecessary talking by and forth between our personal conversation, talking down to me and borderline what I would consider harassment. It was extremely obvious that she was wanting to cause an argument being rude and unprofessional as possible. Even saying things like “she has a headache” referring to me as her hands are firmly on her hips. It is all on video and she is being reviewed. I will be contacting Mike, the general manager. Here I am trying to have a nice day with our Airman, serving our country, down from Japan for another 15 days. This is the way we are treated. Truly, extremely inappropriate and unbelievable. It’s and park, not the white house I’m trying to ask questions about. A park that should have kind, family friendly employees that are willing to professionally explain things. I recommend going elsewhere.

There are several places to set up and swim but we chose the rock ledge area. We loved it! It is a long rock ledge hundreds of yards long on one side of the peninsula. The park was so clean and well kept. The rock ledge has a natural step that runs along the edge and it’s perfect for sitting of wading. We could see many small fish and my daughter enjoyed trying to catch them. We spent the afternoon diving in from the rocks. The water is pretty deep and neither of us could touch bottom. The water is cool but not cold and it was 100°. Water felt about 72°. The water is so clear you could drink it. We felt very safe in the water. The location is away from most passing boats. It was like a nature overload. The park wasn’t crowded and there were plenty of places to set up comfortably. We went in a Thursday afternoon last week. The park entrance lady was very sweet and friendly to us, so I don’t know if they hired a new one or she just liked us. The park was so clean and well kept. I didn’t see trash everywhere like others have noted, but maybe it was since cleaned. Diving in from the rocks felt like a cool rush around my body. I’ve never enjoyed swimming in a lake this much. When we got out, we felt refreshed and cool, unlike other lakes where you feel disgusting and stinky. There is NO FOWL SMELL in this water. It’s like clean cool bath water. Wow! This was our first experience at Canyon Lake. We absolutely loved it. We’ve decided to make this place a summer tradition every year!

With the $20 entrance fee, the only restroom is out of service, there is no other restroom in the entire place. Also no trash pick-up service with this fees. Dogs are doing their business here and there, and no disposal service. Really horrible place. Every time the owner/management changes, it increase the fees and service is getting less.