Lake Buchanan


Lake Buchanan is a reservoir in Texas that was created in 1939 with the building of the Buchanan Dam on the Colorado River in Texas Hill Country. Lake Buchanan is the largest and the first of the Texas Highland Lakes, and offers an excellent weekend or vacation destination for recreational boaters, fishing and leisure just one hour's drive from Austin, Texas.  More Lake Information

Lake Buchanan Vacation Rentals and Cabins


Container City at Spider Mountain-Cabin #1

Cabin #1 - sleeps 6 SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS: One bedroom with a queen bed. Bunk nook with one full-size bed and one twin bed. One fold-out twin sized couch in the living room. FULL KITCHEN: Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Cookware,...

Lake Buchanan Camping


Scott's Landing Resort

23 RV Sites. 14 Hotel Style Rooms and 1 Large Lodge for Nightly Rental. Spacious Pavilion for Event Rentals. Family Oriented, Welcoming and Clean. Pet Friendly. Amenities include guest laundry, vending, picnic...

Long Mountain RV Park

Long Mountain RV Park offers a location near Lake Buchanan to park your RV. The park is located at Buchanan Dam, Texas. For directions and more info, please call 512-793-2300.

Big Chief RV Resort

Big Chief RV Resort, located near Lake Buchanan offers RV camping pads for visitors to the area. Big Chief is a memorable and pleasant place to come and enjoy the amenities near the lake. For more details,...

Bluebonnet Cove Casitas and RV Park

W Lake Buchanan waterfront RV and cabin sites with a fishing pier, beach on 13.5 acres.

Lazy Rayzz RV Park

Lazy Rayzz RV Park is located at Buchanan Dam, Texas. The RV park offers a gated community with a number of amenities. The sites are large for spacious comfort with laundry facilities on the premises. Monthly...

Lake Buchanan Fishing


Ken Milam Guide Service

KEN MILAM GUIDE SERVICE OFFERS HALF DAY OR FULL DAY GUIDED STRIPED AND HYBRID BASS FISHING TRIPS ON LAKE BUCHANAN IN THE BEAUTIFUL HILL COUNTRY OF CENTRAL TEXAS. WE FURNISH ALL BAIT, TACKLE AND EQUIPMENT...

Texas Hawgs Bass Fishing Guide Service

Texas Hawgs Bass Fishing Guide Service is the premier professional and family oriented guide service taking clients to all of the central and south Texas lakes for over 26 years. Lake Buchanan is my favorite...

Bosstriper Fishing Guide Service

Hi there! We've been offering Lake Buchanan striper trips for over 20 years now. We specialize in down rigging artificial baits and live bait fishing in Lake Buchanan. Mainly using Ugly Stik rods on Abu Garcia...

Fernandez Striper Fishing Guide Service

Fernandez Striper Fishing Guide Service Lake Buchanan Striper Guide Service is what you are looking for eh? Well then, let me tell you a little about myself. Let me begin on a personal note: I have been...

Ray's Striper Fishing Guide Service

You can count on Ray Williamson to provide you with everything you need to catch stripers. I enjoy guiding novice and experienced fishermen on Lake Buchanan in the beautiful Hill Country of Central Texas. I...

Lake Buchanan Marinas


Thunderbird Lodge Marina

Marina Lake Buchanan is famous for boating, fishing and other water sports. Our convenient marina will give you easy access to your boat. We also have slips available to accommodate larger boats. Slips:...

Thunderbird Lodge Texas - Boat Rentals

Rent a Boat Don't have a boat? No problem. We have kayaks and power boats for our guests. Gas for boats and fishing bait are available at our marina. For the avid fishermen in your family, ask about the...

Alexader's Point - Boat Ramp & Docks

Since 1942 Alexander Point has been a fishing camp accommodating fishermen visiting Lake Buchanan. Located at the highway's end, deep in the Texas Hill Country, we are at the mid-point of Lake Buchanan. Up...

Burnet County Park Boat Ramp

Single boat ramp so can get backed up but well maintained.

Beachcomber Park Boat Ramp

Since Lake Buchanan is not a constant level lake, Beachcomber Park's 2 boat launches are adaptable to changing situations. A new addition in 2000 will allow boats to launch when the lake is low. Boat docks and...

Lake Buchanan What To Do


The Old Drive-in

The Old Drive-in is located near Lake Buchanan in Buchanan Dam, Texas. The restaurant offers great food selections with excellent service. For menu options or more details, please call 512-755-5021.

Blue Lake Golf Club

Blue Lake Golf Club is approximately forty minutes from Lake Buchanan and offers a challenging mix of greens for the golf lover. Players of all skill levels will enjoy visiting Blue Lake Golf Club. For more...

Austin Steam Train & Burnet Depot

The Austin Steam Train & Burnet Depot provides a ride through history during a unique experience. Visitors will ride the historic train through the Texas Hill Country while learning. During a two-hour...

Red Top Bait Shop

The Red Top Bait Shop offers bait and tackle needs for visitors to Lake Buchanan. The shop is located in Burnet, Texas, and offers a friendly selection at competitive prices. For more details, please call...

Longhorn Cavern State Park

The Longhorn Cavern State Park is a beautiful and fun place to visit while in the area. The park offers Cavern Tours, walking tours, wild cave tours, hiking locations, historical buildings, and other state...

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Lake Buchanan Weather Forecast

Friday

Partly Sunny

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Slight Chance Thunderstorms

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Partly Sunny

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