The Top Spot for Boating in Texas
Lake Travis in Austin, Texas is the top ranked lake in Texas for recreational boating in this year’s Boat Rankings.
As the best lake for boating in Texas, Lake Travis offers a wide range of boater-friendly activities including multiple public boat ramps, a range of restaurants including the Gnarly Gar and The Oasis, and most notably a fantastic reputation as a social boating scene.
This lake also boasts several convenient marinas, boat rentals, parks, excellent fishing, and is easily accessible from the ever-popular Austin, Texas. Lake Travis is the destination to choose if you’re looking to for recreational boating in Texas.
Lake Travis earned its way into the top spot with excellent marks in Boater-friendly activities and Reputation. Check out the Boat Rankings score breakdown below for more.
| Boat Rankings Criteria | Score |
|---|---|
| Boater-friendly activities: | 9.5 |
| Access & Convenience: | 9.0 |
| Services & Facilities: | 8.0 |
| Reputation: | 9.5 |
| Price: | 8.0 |
| Overall BR Factor: | 9.0 |
The Top Three
Best Lakes in Texas
- Lake Travis (Austin, Texas)
- Possum Kingdom Lake (North Texas)
- Lake Texoma (Texas-Oklahoma Border)
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1) Lake Travis
2) Possum Kingdom Lake
3) Lake Texoma
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