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Minutes from town, a whole new world. Winding through the hills of west Austin, Lake Austin’s shores hold some of the most beautiful and desirable property in the city (as well as some of the most expensive homes). But the draw, of course, is the water. Formed by the construction of Tom Miller Dam and Mansfield Dam, Lake Austin is a nearly constant-level lake, which allows residents and visitors to enjoy it year round. And with an abundance of parks and restaurants lining the shores, there’s always something to do on Lake Austin.
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Land huggers and water lovers find plenty to do. Local Austinites and tourists alike have a lot to be dam thankful for. Specifically, Tom Miller Dam just minutes from downtown Austin. Along with Mansfield Dam (which holds the giant Lake Travis behind it) upstream, the dams turn the Colorado River into Lake Austin, a water playground mecca of sorty—without the long journey. A whole new side of Austin's famously laid back way of life awaits on Lake Austin. From the first-time fisher or the lifelong wakeboarder, or the vacationer in search of a luxury retreat, this lovely body of water offers it all. Below are a few of the activites. |
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 Hula Hut on Lake Austin
Shoreside and area restaurants around Lake Austin. Even though downtown Austin is only minutes away, a day on the lake is usually best capped with meal on the lake. Not to mention the need for a quick bite during lunch to keep your stamina up through a day of water skiing. Be it that quick bite or a white linen, multi-course meal, a string of great eateries dots the Lake Austin area. Below is an ever-growing list of your options. (Restaurants marked with * denote access available by boat.) |
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