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.

Photo taken from below the dam

Services Available around Lake Travis:

Lake Travis Hideaway
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.  Two bedrooms - will sleep up to 6 in beds.

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.

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.

Whitecliff Condos, Rentals & Sales
Located just west of Austin, Texas on Lake Travis in the beautiful Texas Hill Country! These vacation resort condos have one of the finest views of Lake Travis, and offer an abundance of recreational activities.

Holiday Inn Northwest
Water recreation and entertainment, the best of both worlds! Just minutes away from Lake Travis and Lake Austin while being surrounded by great restaurants and shopping in the Arboretum area. For your comfort and convenience the Holiday Inn Northwest offers a resort-style indoor/outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, room service and Legend's Sports Bar & Grill, voted Austin's favorite sports bar. Ample free parking. Contact the hotel directly and ask for the "Lake Travis Lodging" rate.

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