Pretty, but the campground was dirty
The area is just gorgeous and awe-inspiring. On closer inspection, the lakeshore at the Canyon Lake campground was downright dirty (caveat: we didn't check out the other sites). The lake is down quite a bit (at least 10 feet), and a lot of trash has been exposed. Unfortunately, it isn't being picked up and looks terrible. We saw food trash (lots of cans, etc), sunglasses, old water toys, underwear, etc. My husband had to cut free a baby duck that was caught up in fishing line at the edge of the shore. It was enough to make me gag. I didn't want to get in. The campground itself was not especially well kept, either. I did appreciate the picnic table area that is covered and has misters above. Very much needed! It's HOT this time of year. We'll probably be back, but we will probably try to pay a bit more to tent-camp in the RV area, where there's grass and it's a bit nicer. May rent a water craft to head out for fun on the water.