In the Highland Lakes of Texas

Lake Travis is the fifth lake down in the chain of Highland Lakes on the Colorado River in central Texas. Starting at Austin, Lake Travis winds its way northwest through the central Texas Hill Country for over 60 miles.  It is the longest of the 7 Highland Lakes and is very popular for boating.  At the widest point the lake is 4.5 miles wide.

Lake Travis is ideal for all types of boating.

There are four communities located around the shores of Lake Travis.   On the south side of Lake Travis, closer to Austin, on Highway 620 is the Golfing community of Lakeway.

On the north side of the lake are two communities; Lago Vista, another Golfing community, and Jonestown.  Both of these communities are on Highway 1431.

On the northwest side of Lake Travis is the community of Briarcliff.   It is directly across the lake from Lago Vista.  It can be reached by taking Hwy 2322 east from Highway 71.

Entrance to Lakeway from Hwy 620

Lakeway and Lago Vista are both nice communities for both golf and retirement.  Both communities are an easy half hour to 45 minute drive to Austin.   They are located in the rolling hills of the central Texas Hill Country which offers fantastic views of the lake and the surrounding hills. 

Condos in Lakeway with lake view

There are many nice homes, condos and building lots in the communities around Lake Travis that offer outstanding views of the lake and the hill country.

Boating, fishing and golf are very popular around Lake Travis.

 
You will see all kinds of boats on Lake Travis.

The Joseph J. Mansfield Dam to the northwest of Austin was finished in 1941 to form Lake Travis.

Until recently the dam was part of Hwy 620 and traffic drove over the top of the dam.  A large bridge has now been built to route the traffice on Hwy 620 down below the dam.

A caution about some dangers of Lake Travis, click here.

Photo taken from below the dam

Services Available around Lake Travis:

Point Venture Lake House
This like-new, 4 bedroom, 2 bath vacation home is located in popular Point Venture at Lake Travis with lots of amenities.  Spa on the patio, large covered deck. Community amenities include: large waterfront park, golf course and driving range, community pool, weight room, and more.

Lake Travis Hideaway Lake House
Over 250 feet of some of the best waterfront on Lake Travis.  It has a boat dock / fishing pier, swimming platform, boat launch, nature trails, one acre of waterfront property, and more.  Large covered porch with lake view.  Will sleep up to 6 in beds.

White Owl Retreat - Cabin on Lake Travis
This charming cabin is located on 5 beautiful waterfront acres on Lake Travis.  This recently, completely renovated cabin has a large covered back porch with a view of the lake, a fireplace and more.  Enjoy nature at its best at this delightful cabin.

La Finesterra Lake House
This beautiful, luxury home sets on 3 private acres on the Lake Travis waterfront.   It has a boat dock, 3 patios facing the water, a fire pit, and more.  Great views of Lake Travis from inside the home.  It can accommodate up to 14 people and has plenty of parking space.

Lago Vista Lake House
This waterfront lake house on Lake Travis has a boat dock with an electric lift and deck for fishing and swimming.  Can comfortably sleep up to 8 people.  Great lake views from inside the home, the patio and upper deck.  Just a short drive from Austin.

Spillar Boat Docks - Spicewood, TX - near Austin
If you are looking for a floating dock, deck, boat lifts and personal watercraft lifts, Spillar Boat Docks is the place to call.  Their family operated business has been building boat docks since 1945 in the Highland Lakes area.

Lost Parrot Cabins - Near Lake Travis
New Lake Travis bungalows in a secluded tropical setting on seven acres. Lush gardens, spacious covered decks with ceiling fans and a majestic hill country view.

Lago Vista Golf Club
Lago Vista Golf Club combines breath-taking scenery with incredible golf.  This par 72 18-hole championship golf course designed by architect David Bennett, offers over 6500 yards of challenging play.  Lago Vista sits peacefully on the North shore of Lake Travis and has been a premier golf resort for over twenty years.

Lakeway Golf Club
The Lakeway Golf Club is located in Lakeway near Lake Travis.  They have two 18 hole courses: the Live Oak and the Yaupon.  They are located approximately 3 miles apart, each with snack bar and grill areas available.

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