Toledo Bend Lake Attractions: El Camino Real Historic Trail




Toledo Bend Lake Attractions: El Camino Real Historic Trail


The El Camino Real is a National Historic Trail, and it has existed for over three hundred years. The trail is located at Highway 6 in Louisiana and Highway 21 in Texas. Famous individuals have used the trail, including Jim Bowie, Sam Houston, and Davy Crockett.


Breath Taking Views


The El Camino Real travels alongside many different historical cities in the area, leading you to the breathtaking view of Toledo Bend Lake. Toledo Bend is known as the largest man-made reservoir in the South.


Toledo Bend – A Premier Location


Toledo Bend is a premier location for some of the best fishing, hunting wildlife, water sporting, and birding. Many home folk and visitors enjoy coming to the area to set up camp, fish the waters, and enjoy nature at its best.


Extensive Opportunities


Extensive opportunities exist along the El Camino Real historical trail. Wayside exhibits exist at different locations along with the trail areas. Along the trail, there are multiple national parks to enjoy. Visitor centers offer more information on how to enjoy the fullness of the history of El Camino Real. For more info, please call (505) 988-6098.

 

 

 




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Toledo Bend Lake Current Weather Alerts

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Toledo Bend Lake Weather Forecast

Friday

Thunderstorms

Hi: 84

Friday Night

Chance Thunderstorms

Lo: 77

Saturday

Chance Thunderstorms

Hi: 86

Saturday Night

Slight Chance Thunderstorms

Lo: 78

Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Hi: 91

Sunday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 78

Monday

Sunny

Hi: 91

Monday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 78


Toledo Bend Lake Water Level (last 30 days)


Water Level on 7/18: 171.12 (-0.88)



Toledo Bend Lake

Fishing Report from TPWD (Jul. 17)

GOOD. Water stained; 90 degrees; 1.08 feet below pool. The dog days of summer are here, with water temps in the low 90s and overall fish action slow. Night fishing for bass has been the most productive, especially around last week’s full moon - good numbers of quality fish were caught on Texas and Carolina-rigged 10-12 inch worms and lizards, with a few also hitting spinnerbaits and buzzbaits near lighted docks close to deep water. Daytime bite remains tough, but some success is coming late in the afternoon using Texas rigs and big crankbaits in 10-18 feet of water. A few bass are being picked up shallow on frogs in heavy lily pads, though bites are limited. Crappie are extremely slow, with many guides canceling trips over the next couple of weeks. Keep a close eye on the weather heading into the weekend - while tropical storms may not make landfall, strong north to northeast winds are expected either way, so stay weather aware. Report by Stephen Johnston, Johnston Fishing.

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