Lake Travis, just 20 miles outside Austin, Texas, is a premier reservoir destination offering a vibrant mix of resorts, dining, and outdoor activities. Created in 1942 by damming the Colorado River, the 63-mile-long lake serves as a popular summer escape with its resort-style atmosphere. Upscale properties like Lakeway Resort & Spa provide family-friendly amenities, adults-only pools, swim-up bars, spas, and waterfront dining, making it ideal for both relaxation and lively getaways. The surrounding area features vacation homes, marinas, and scenic spots that blend luxury with natural beauty.
The lake shines with its dynamic dining scene and abundant water-based recreation. Iconic spots like The Oasis on Lake Travis, the state's largest outdoor restaurant perched high on a cliff, offer stunning sunset views, live music, and classic bar fare. More casual options include floating eateries like Captain Pete's Boathouse and The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge with its popular weekend brunch. On the water, visitors can enjoy scuba diving at wreck sites, party boats, boat rentals, swimming at natural springs like Krause Springs, hiking, and seasonal events. Whether staying lakeside or day-tripping from Austin, Lake Travis delivers a lively, water-focused Texas getaway.
Halloween on Lake Travis is getting a floating twist. Drift or Treat, a free community event from Adventure = LIFE, takes over Party Cove (Devil's Cove) on the north shore near...
Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark has transformed into Haunted Shores: The Abandoned Waterpark for the Halloween season. The walk-through is packed with haunted scenes, costumed...
Lakeway's annual Witches Ride takes over Lakeway Drive tonight, Saturday, Oct. 17. Costumed riders on bikes, trikes, scooters, skates, golf carts, wagons or just their own two f...
The cooler weather arrives just in time for a busy weekend of things to do around the lake, according to Lake Travis Current's weekly roundup of local events. Spicewood - Krause...
