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.

Freedom Lives Ranch RV Resort

Opened February 2020. Clubhouse with full kitchen and bathrooms. Outdoor kitchen and hot tub coming Spring 2021. Pet friendly. Dog park, boarding and bath house. Horse boarding and rides. Quiet, peaceful...

Shady Oaks Riverside Rv Retreat

Shady Oaks Riverside Rv Retreat offers an incredible place to enjoy your time at Lake Buchanan. The RV retreat location offers year-round access with spacious parking. Clean restrooms are available on-site in...

Rockaway RV Park

Rockaway RV Park, located on Lake Buchanan offers a delightful waterfront location for RV camping. This pet-friendly location offers park restrooms, laundry facilities, boat ramp access in a quiet location....

Lake Buchanan Fishing


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...

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...

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...

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


Wild Duck Marina

Offer yearly and monthly boat slip rentals. Call for Availability.

Burnet County Park Boat Ramp

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

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:...

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...

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...

Lake Buchanan What To Do


Fort Croghan Grounds & Museum

The Fort Croghan Grounds & Museum is a history museum near Lake Buchanan. The museum is also a landmark and historical place. The fort was the third of four forts established by the US government to...

Cafe Twenty-Three Hundred

Cafe Twenty-Three Hundred offers the best selection of pies and steaks in the Lake Buchanan area. The restaurant also offers weekly specials with friendly service. For menu options, please visit the cafe's...

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...

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...

Crazy Gal's Cafe

Enjoy a bite to eat at the Crazy Gal's Cafe in Kingsland, Texas near Lake Buchanan. The restaurant offers American cuisine - including catfish, pastries, desserts, and more. For more info, please visit the...

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Lake Buchanan Weather Forecast

Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Hi: 46

Wednesday Night

Mostly Cloudy

Lo: 26

Thursday

Partly Sunny

Hi: 57

Thursday Night

Mostly Cloudy

Lo: 28

Friday

Partly Sunny

Hi: 50

Friday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 21

Saturday

Sunny

Hi: 39

Saturday Night

Clear

Lo: 19