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