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Lake Travis Real Estate![]() Lake Travis abounds with water recreation. It is truely a gem among Texas Lakes. With it's beautiful water, Lake Travis naturally attracts water sport enthusiasts. From multi class sailboat and windsurfing regattas to competition ski boat, cruisers, cigarettes and mansion-like houseboats, Lake Travis maintains the marina facilities, public parks, boat ramp access and glorious hot summer weather making it a destination summer resort for outdoor enthusiasts from around the state and the country. Lake Travis is 63.75 miles long, and its maximum width is 4.5 miles. The lake covers 18,929 acres, and its capacity is 1,953,936 acre-feet. Lake Travis is considered full at an elevation of 681.1 feet. There are 270 miles of shoreline around the lake. The lake has a maximum depth of 210 and is an average of 62 feet deep. Lake Travis is located on the northwest edge of Austin and is fed by the Colorado River and other local creeks. Lake Travis offers several parks with an abundance of activities to enjoy. Most of the parks on Lake Travis include picnic areas, campgrounds, beaches and boat ramps. Enjoy outdoor fun and adventure at numerous parks and recreation areas along the Texas Colorado River know as Lake Travis. There's plenty to see and do, whether you stay for a day or a week. Swim, sail, fish, hike, mountain bike, observe wildlife or stargaze. Life could not be more perfect in the Lake Travis area. Few places offer the same combination of glorious scenery, urban activity and outdoor recreation possibilities. Residents now enjoy diversified employment opportunities, countless shopping options, and tremendous recreation outlets throughout the Lake Travis area. The community and neighborhoods strive to offer residents all the charm of small town living with the major amenities necessary for a high quality of life. Truly, the Lake Travis area offers the best of both worlds. Lakeway, Spicewood, Bee Caves and Briarcliff are located on the south side of Lake Travis. Lago Vista and Jonestown are on the north side of the lake. Golf and Watersports on Lake TravisGolf Activities With countless courses to choose from, Lake Travis offers golf novices and professionals some of the most challenging and beautiful golf courses in all of Central Texas. Boasting courses designed by golf legends such as Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer, golf in Lake Travis is no ordinary outing on the links. Courses have been designed to provide a full array of challenges for all skill levels. A variety of landscapes exhibit the very best of Lake Travis’ beauty, spanning from rolling hills to creeks and ponds to lush knobby oaks and tall cedars. The vibrant surroundings make all of Lake Travis’ golf courses simultaneously a joy and a challenge to play. Watersport Activities With crystal clear blue water, Lake Travis attracts water sports enthusiasts from around the state and around the country. Nearly every imaginable water sport activity can be enjoyed here… Experience the fun of a jet ski, the laid back charm of a pontoon boat, or indulge in nearly any other water activity you crave. Area parks offer the setting for lakeside sunbathing, camping, and picnicking while neighboring hotels, inns, and restaurants boast outstanding waterfront views. And with numerous water sport sales and rental dealers, the options for a day on the lake are infinite. Marinas on Lake Travis act as hubs for water sport activities. Boat owners will appreciate the abundance of covered docks, open slips and boat and trailer storage facilities. |
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![]() Nathan F. Bedard P.O. Box 4608 Lago Vista, TX 78645 Phone:(512) 786-8872 Fax:(512) 879-1620 Email The Bedard Team |