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Whether it’s by personal watercraft, powerboat or sailboat, the Highland Lakes beckon you. The cities, counties, state and Lower Colorado River Authority provide several boat ramps up and down the chain of lakes: Buchanan, Inks, LBJ, Marble Falls and Travis.
There’s no better way to really feel a part of the Highland Lakes than by taking a cruise. If you don’t own a boat, pick up a copy of the Picayune Area-Wide Phone Book and look up some of the marinas and operations that rent watercraft.
Water skiers, wakeboarders and powerboat enthusiasts know the Highland Lakes are great places to splash down.
Don’t you think it’s about time you joined the fun?
COME PADDLE WITH US
Enjoy a more serene cruise on the local lakes and waterways by kayak or canoe.
These graceful craft allow you to cruise along silently as you catch wildlife unaware.
Canoeing can be a solo activity, a nice date or a great way for the family to spend time together. Canoe trips can be as easy as an afternoon trek near the shores of Inks Lake State Park or as expansive as a voyage down the Colorado River above Lake Buchanan. Canoe rentals are available at Inks Lake State Park or the Canyon of the Eagles at the north end of Lake Buchanan.
Inks Lake State Park offers a canoe skills clinic throughout the spring and summer, followed by a guided tour. For more information, call the park at (512) 793-2223.
GET ADVENTUROUS ON LAKE BUCHANAN
If you’re looking for a little wilder trip, then jump in the car and head up to Lake Buchanan Adventure at Canyon of the Eagles Park and Lodge, 16942 RR 2341 on the northeast shore of Lake Buchanan.
They’ll take you on the Colorado River adventure of a lifetime.
Lake Buchanan Adventures is a perfect jumping-off point for a wilderness excursion, offering several different canoe and kayaking packages that run from a few hours, a day, or even a few days. Some of the packages feature overnight camping at Colorado Bend State Park. Lake Buchanan Adventures offers some of the best chances of viewing unique wildlife along with lots of other species, such as brown pelicans, golden eagles and ospreys For more information on Lake Buchanan Adventures, call (512) 756-9911 or visit the Web site at www.lakebuchananadventures.com.
