Lake Travis Overview:
One of Texas' most popular water sports destinations, Lake Travis is located among the rolling hills just outside Austin.
About Lake Travis:
Stretching over 60 miles, Lake Travis offers fishermen, sailors and water sport enthusiasts plenty of room to spread out. Impounded in 1941, Lake Travis is located on the Colorado River, approximately 20 miles above Austin. Since filling, Lake Travis has been one of the most popular water sport destinations in the Lone Star State. Scenic, hilly shorelines and deep, clear waters afford the perfect backdrop for sailing, diving, boating, canoeing, windsurfing, water skiing and more. Fishermen also have ample opportunities on Lake Travis, with black, white and striped bass being the primary target species.
Lake Travis Visitor Information:
The shores of Lake Travis are dotted with nearly a dozen parks and recreation areas, most of which operate boat launch facilities. Boat launch locations include: Arkansas Bend, Camp Creek Recreation Area, Cypress Creek, Gloster Bend Recreation Area, Jones Brothers Park, Mansfield Dam, Narrows Recreation Area, Pace Bend - Tatum Cove, Pace Bend - Collier Cove, and Sandy Creek. Bob Wentz Park at Windy Point has launch facilities for non-motorized watercraft. Lake Travis is also lined with a number of popular restaurants, including The Oasis, Carlos and Charlie's, Johnny Fins, and the Iguana Grill.
