A Regatta on Lake Buchanan

The annual Lake Buchanan Regatta and Dam Jam is held at Cedar Lodge in the spring.  Dozens of boats participate in the regatta and live music is performed by artists coming from over 1,000 miles to participate in the event.  For photos of the regatta, click here.

Lake Buchanan is the second largest of the Highland Lakes in Central Texas with a length of 30 miles and a width at the widest point of just under 5 miles and a shoreline of 124 miles.  When it was built, Buchanan Dam was considered to be the longest multiple-arch dam in the U.S. with a length of just over two miles.

The lake is very popular with boaters, fishermen, campers and swimmers.  The lake is so large that you will never feel crowded on the lake.  There is always plenty of "elbow room" on each of the Highland Lakes.  In 1995 over 1 1/2 million Striper Bass were stocked in Lake Buchanan.  To find a fishing guide to take you out on Lake Buchanan - click here.

Waterfalls up the Colorado River
from Lake Buchanan

RV Parks, cabins for rent and campgrounds, and lake rental houses are available along the lake.  There are a few cafes near the lake: one specializes in catfish, another in good old Texas B-B-Q and some with Texas home style cooking.

The photo above is a privately owned lighthouse that is near Buchanan Dam. It can be seen as you drive along at the south end of Lake Buchanan on Hwy 29.

There is a nice granite gravel shore around some of the lake providing an ideal beach for swimming, wading and sun bathing.

You can take a cruise up Lake Buchanan on a 200 passenger vessel complete with an enclosed all-weather deck plus two observation decks.  Operating year round with the 2 1/2 hour scenic wilderness tour through the historic Colorado River Canyon.  Perfect for spotting the nesting Bald Eagles and looking at the waterfalls.

Fall Creek Vineyards is a popular winery on the west side of the lake where you can stop in for a little wine tasting and buy a bottle or two of Texas wine.  They also offers tours of the winery.

Striped Bass caught in Lake Buchanan

Lake Buchanan is located 60 miles northwest of Austin and 95 miles north of San Antonio.  It is about 200 miles south of Dallas and Fort Worth and 200 miles west of Houston.

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Bird Watching, Wildlife and Wildflowers.

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.Cabin Rentals and RV Spaces
	Cedar Lodge on the west side of Lake Buchanan 15 log cabins for rent and RV spaces, an extra large fishing pier, a nice sandy beach, large meeting hall, fishing guide service, rental boats and more.
	Driftwood Shores Resort on the west side of Lake Buchanan Driftwood Shores has over 900 feet of waterfront,  cottages for rent, and a lighted fishing pier for you to enjoy yur fishing and boating on the lake.
	Silver Creek Resort on  the east side of Lake Buchanan Lakefront cabins for rent, lake rental house, boat rentals, swimming pool, fishing pier, houseboat rental, and more.  They are on a penninsula and have lakefront on three sides of the property with great views of the lake.
	Thunderbird Lakefront Resort on  the east side of Lake Buchanan Lake cottages, boat rentals, floating fishing house, swimming pool, children's play area, fishing guide and charters are available.
	The Edgewater west side of Lake Buchanan 8 rental cabins (full kitchens), 1 doublewide Mfg home, 2 mobile homes and 37 RV spaces at this great waterfront location.  Recreation room,swimming pool, lighted and covered fishing pier, boat loading dock, boat ramp, cable, TV, washateria, and guest use restrooms with showers.
	Canyon of the Eagles Experience rustic lodging and stunning scenery at Canyon of the Eagles, nestled in the heart of Texas hill country. Whether you want to trek along miles of nature trails or gaze at a sky full of stars, this resort is your ticket to a natural paradise.
	Buchanan Lake RV Park & Cabin Rental On the west side of Lake Buchanan Rental cabin and RV spaces in a quiet, shady RV park in Tow, Texas.  Special activities for guests.  Boat launches and waterfront park are just minutes away.
	Beachcomber Park on the west side of Lake Buchanan Cottages for rent and RV Park at this waterfront resort.  They also have 2 boat launces and boat docking and storage.
	Poppy's Pointe Lakefront Resort on the west side of Lake Buchanan 9 cabins for rent and 58 RV spaces, swimming pool, recreation/meeting hall, boat launching ramp, laundry room, and lots of waterfront to fish from.
	Land's End Lakefront Cabin This newly renovated one bedroom cabin sleeps up to 6 people.  It is on a quiet, private, secluded, park-like lakefront cove in Tow, Texas.  Two RV spaces are also available.
	Hi-Line Lake Resort on  the east side of Lake Buchanan 16 waterfront cabins for rent, 50 RV spaces, waterfront restaurant, boat rentals, swimming pool, 1800 feet of waterfront, and enclosed fishing marina.
	Cottonwood Cove on the west side of Lake Buchanan Lakefront cabins, RV spaces, boat launch, lighted fishing dock, covered boat docks, and boat storage.  This resort is close to Fall Creek Vineyards.
	Rainbow Hearth Sanctuary & Retreat Center on  the east side of Lake Buchanan Nine lakeside acres of lush tree-covered hills and panoramic views.  Featuring: beautifully and deliciously prepared organic and natural food,  intimate, candle-lit dining,  "Sleep Number" (TM) beds, spa and hiking trails, and the finest massages available...anywhere!
	Lake Point Cottages on the south side of Lake Buchanan Lake rental cottages, boat rentals, boat launch, fishing pier, and a lakefront grill with a great view   make this a great place to vacation.
	Willow Point Resort Log cabins built in 2004 on the southwest shore of beautiful Lake Buchanan.  Amenities include a canoe, paddleboat and rowboat for your use.  They also have a clubhouse for guests.
	Big Chief RV Resort and Cabin Rentals on the east side of Lake Buchanan They have full hookups for RVs, cabin rentals, a general store, fitness room, TV/Game room, clubhouse, covered pavilion, planned activities,  a boat ramp and more.
.Lake Rental Houses
	Lake Buchanan Rental Home on  the east side of Lake Buchanan Waterfront vacation home for rent.  3 bedrooms, 2 baths, spacious deck with great views of the lake.
	Island Escape Lake House on the west side of Lake Buchanan Waterfront lake house with fishing pier/boat dock, waterfront patio, extra large covered deck with lake view.  3 bedroom, 2 bath and bonus room will sleep up to 12 people.
	Buchanan Lake Escape On the east side of Lake Buchanan Lake rental house on 120 feet of waterfront on Lake Buchanan with boat dock with electric lift and fishing/swimming pier.  A second house can be rented with this house for larger groups.
	Eagles Nest Lake House on Lake Buchanan Waterfront lake rental house on the west side of beautiful Lake Buchanan with waterfront deck overlooking the lake. Great views of the lake and amazing sunrises. Two living areas, two fireplaces, large covered porch with view of lake, and more.
	A-Hoy Lakefront Resort On the east side of Lake Buchanan Choose from four lakefront beach house rentals on Lake Buchanan with a nearby fishing pier and boating dock, canoe and kayak rentals, and a swimming beach.
	Lone Eagle Lodge This 2 bedroom 1 bath cabin sits right on the water's edge of Lake Buchanan.  Large 2-tiered deck facing the lake. Beautiful lake views, sandy beach and soothing lake breezes.
	The Better Option Lake House This 2 bedroom 3 bath home plus separate apartment is nestled in a cove on Lake Buchanan just down from the mouth of the Colorado River.  The have a paddle boat and water toys, pool table, air hockey and more.  Sleeps over 13 people.
.Park Model Homes
	Lone Star R & R - Park Model RVs located in Burnet, TX When installed on your lot, hese luxurious Park Models can be used for lake houses, hunting cabins, guest houses, retirement living, Winter Texan homes, rental income, and more.
.Fishing Guides
	Clancy's Fishing Guide Service Stripers and Trophy Catfish guide service on Lake Buchanan and Inks Lake.  Ask about the Fish and Chips Package for people who like both golfing and fishing. Bait and equipment are furnished.
	Jerry Moore Fishing Guide Striped Bass Fishing Guide Service on Lake Buchanan,TX.   Jerry has made several appearances on television with the "Fishing Texas" Show.  He has been a striper guide for the past 28 years. Bait and equipment are furnished.
	Empty Pockets Guide Service Empty Pockets specializes in Striped Bass (Striper) fishing on beautiful Lake Buchanan, Texas. Capt. Jackie Headrick also provides fantastic White Bass trips on Inks Lake and Lake Buchanan.  Bait and equipment are furnished.
	Ken Milam Striper Guide Service Ken Milam Guide Service offers guided striped bass fishing trips on Lake Buchanan in the beautiful Hill Country of Central Texas. All bait, tackle and equipment is furnished.
	Ray's Striper Fishing Guide Service Fishing Guide Service on Lake Buchanan and Inks Lake. Ray furnishes live bait, fishing and cleans and bags all fish for his clients. Enjoy the security of being on a Boston Whaler Outrage with a t-top for shade.
.Real Estate
	Realty Associates A Real Estate Buyers Agency specializing in property around Lake Buchanan and Inks Lake.   Sherri Crawford, Sales Associate.
	Mary Ann Harris of Keller Williams Realty Highland Lakes Specializing in Lake LBJ waterfront and serving all of the Highland Lakes Area.
	Lake LBJ Real Estate - MLS Search Giles Summerlin with RE/MAX of Marble Falls specializes in Lake LBJ Real Estate and Texas Hill Country Lake Living.
	Jim Berry Hill Country Ranch Sales Selling premier Hill Country ranches, acreage home sites and waterfront property on Lake Buchanan.
	Lake Buchanan Home For Sale By Owner Great House and Property Combo Across the street from Lake Buchanan Beautiful Lake and Mountain Views Gated on 2.5 acres Built 2006 - approx 2100 Sq. Ft
	Own Texas Hill Country Land Today Premier Master-Planned Community. The Crown Jewel of Lake Buchanan
.Waterfront and Water View Lots
	The Peninsula on Lake Buchanan With large waterfront lots on over 2 miles of shoreline, this new lakefront development offers deep open water or gently sloping sandy beaches. Located on the east side of the lake, amenities include a private water system, gated entry and private marina with a dedicated boat slip for each lot
	Granite Hills Subdivision, Lake Buchanan View Lot Granite Hills is a gated community with underground utilities.  This hilltop lot is 2.5 acres and slopes west, offering a panorama of  Lake Buchanan and the Texas Hill Country. Nature's amenities include wildlife, pink granite boulders, native oaks, elms, mesquite and cactus.
.Boat Dock Builders
	Spillar Boat Docks If you are looking for a floating dock, deck, boat lifts and personal watercraft lifts, Spillar Boat Docks is the place to call.  Their family operated business has been building boat docks since 1945 in the Highland Lakes area.
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