| "If you are a water-lover, but afraid that a | | | | groups for scenic tours of the lovely Lake |
| move to Austin, Texas means the end of lake | | | | Austin. Imagine riding an old-fashioned |
| sports, you obviously haven't heard about the | | | | riverboat around and learning more about the |
| three most popular lakes in the Austin, TX | | | | sites and stories that occurred on or near |
| area. Lady Bird Lake, Lake Austin and Lake | | | | the lake. |
| Travis are full of recreational opportunities | | | | |
| to suit every level of play, from swimming | | | | Lake Travis, the longest lake in the region |
| and boating to jet skiing and lake cruises. | | | | at more than 60 miles long, lies northwest of |
| | | | Austin, TX. Perfect for all kinds of boating, |
| Lady Bird Lake is a calm and peaceful lake in | | | | such as motor boating or sail boating, the |
| the city of Austin, Texas, and it's just | | | | lake features several boat docks, boat rental |
| right for canoeing or kayaking. You can rent | | | | companies and even personal watercraft |
| canoes or paddle boats at the Rowing Dock for | | | | rentals. Several small communities encircle |
| a moderate fee. At six miles long, this lake | | | | Lake Travis, and there are dozens of boat |
| runs between Riverside Drive and 1st street, | | | | rental or boat storage facilities in each |
| making it a restful oasis in the urban | | | | one. |
| downtown area. Take advantage of the walking | | | | |
| trails that circle the lake and enjoy a | | | | Lake Travis is also the hub for a variety of |
| stroll or a jog among the beautiful scenery. | | | | other recreational activities. Fishing and |
| You can enjoy a boat tour of Lady Bird Lake, | | | | swimming are always popular, as well as |
| including dinner cruises for special events | | | | canoeing, kayaking and jet skiing. Check out |
| or group outings and get a glimpse of Austin, | | | | the Volente Beach and Waterpark, a fun place |
| TX as you've never seen it before-from the | | | | for exciting water rides. The rolling hills |
| water. Swimming, motor boating and jet skiing | | | | of Texas Hill Country are wonderful for golf, |
| are prohibited at Lady Bird Lake. | | | | and there are several resorts and clubs |
| | | | lakeside. It's a true resort atmosphere at |
| Lake Austin is one of the most popular lakes | | | | Lake Travis, just 40 minutes from Austin, |
| in the area, and was created by Mansfield Dam | | | | Texas. |
| and Tom Miller Dam on the Colorado River. | | | | |
| Boating enthusiasts will really enjoy Lake | | | | These are just a few of the lakes and |
| Austin, with its high cliffs and lush | | | | waterways that surround Austin, Texas. Take |
| shorelines. There are several launch sites | | | | some time to get familiar with area lakes and |
| where you can put your own boat in, or | | | | the unique outdoor adventures that each one |
| contact any of the rental boat services to | | | | has to offer. Whether you own a boat or just |
| get out on the water as soon as possible. | | | | like to play on one, Austin-area lake cruises |
| There are several charter boat services that | | | | and boat rentals can make it happen for |
| can take individual passengers or even large | | | | Austin, TX residents. |