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Book a Waterfront Getaway A private, gated waterfront estate on scenic Comanche Trail for up to 16 guests. Spread out across a 3-story main home and a separate guest house with 6 king bedrooms, then enjoy the private pool and a dock in a protected cove for your boat. Mile Marker 3 on the main basin, the closest part of Lake Travis to downtown Austin. Learn more →Charter a Party Boat Luxury double-decker boat charters for 15-20 people, each with a captain, BBQ grill, XL cooler, bathroom and a water slide off the top deck. Crank up the Bluetooth stereo and let the crew take care of the rest. They can even get you there on a limo-style party bus, shuttle, van or black car. Learn more →Spend the Day Sailing Set sail on a memorable skippered charter, or learn to sail and earn internationally accepted certifications. Based at Rough Hollow Marina in Lakeway with charters from the Gnarly Gar in Point Venture, Landfall's fleet of three cruising/racer yachts handles a personal cruise for up to 8 guests or a group sail for as many as 24. Learn more →Stay in a Vacation Rental Waterfront living in Point Venture, right behind Captain Pete's. Float in the calm no-wake zone, lounge in the hammock and keep your boat tied up steps away at the private dock. The 3-bedroom, 4-bath home has a full downstairs bar with a classic pinball machine, and a 24' Malibu WakeSetter and golf cart are available to rent. Learn more →Find a Lake Front Restaurant Watch the sun go down at the "Sunset Capital of Texas." Perched on a bluff 450 feet above the lake, The Oasis is the largest outdoor restaurant in Texas, with terraced views looking west over Lake Travis. Learn more →Keep Your Boat on Lake Travis Conveniently located near downtown and North Austin, Riviera Marina offers boat slips in a range of sizes at affordable rates, plus dry stack storage: give them an hour's notice and your boat is launched and refueled on request. The Marina Store has ice, drinks, snacks, ice cream, life vests and supplies for a day on the water. Learn more →Dine with a Lake View Perched above the Rough Hollow Yacht Club in Lakeway, Canyon Grille pairs quality food and drinks with exceptional service and a view of Lake Travis. Come as you are to the dining room or spacious patio, explore an extensive wine list, and save room for dessert. Learn more →Relax at a Lakeside Resort AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Lakeway Resort and Spa captures the elegance of the Texas Hill Country with commanding views from the shores of Lake Travis. Perfect for business, leisure or special occasions, with spa services, sailing, boat charters, fishing, jet ski rentals and much more. Learn more →Featured sponsors of Go Lake Travis Lake Travis is the deepest in Texas at full capacityPosted: Wed, 9 Sep 2026 10:20 PM - 4,561 Readers By: World Atlas Lake Travis is the deepest lake in Texas, boasting an impressive maximum depth of approximately 210 feet at full capacity, and that qualifier does real work. It's essential to note that this measurement is not a fixed value, but rather a design maximum that can fluctuate significantly depending on the water level. As a flood control reservoir on the Colorado River of Texas, located above Austin, it's impounded by the mighty Mansfield Dam, which plays a crucial role in regulating the water flow. What's fascinating is that it's designed to fluctuate dramatically, with its depth swinging by tens of feet between drought and flood, so unlike a natural lake, the figure is a design maximum rather than a stable measurement. This unique characteristic is a result of its purpose as a reservoir, which is to control flooding and provide a steady water supply to the surrounding areas. In times of drought, the lake's water level can drop significantly, exposing large areas of shoreline, while during heavy rainfall, the water level can rise rapidly, sometimes even overflowing the dam. This constant fluctuation is a testament to the lake's importance in managing the water resources of the region. Read Full Story at: World Atlas Central Texas home sales drop nearly 15% in September as rates bite Oct 17, 2026 Lakeway's free Witches Ride parade and carnival is tonight Oct 17, 2026 Lake Travis shuts out Stony Point 47-0 ahead of Westlake showdown Oct 17, 2026 Chilly fall weekend at the lake, with highs back in the 80s next week Oct 17, 2026 Pickleball Grove breaks ground on 15-court complex in Spicewood Oct 17, 2026 |