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...

Beachcomber RV Park

RV's 10 Pull Through Spaces $45.00/night includes electricity. $270.00/week. $350.00-400.00/month plus electricity. 3-way hookups. Sewer, water, 20/30/50 amp meters. 50 Back-in RV spaces $45.00/night includes...

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,...

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...

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...

Lake Buchanan Fishing


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...

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...

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...

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...

Lake Buchanan Marinas


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...

Burnet County Park Boat Ramp

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

Wild Duck Marina

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

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...

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


The Dam Grill

The Dam Grill offers American cuisine for visitors to the Lake Buchanan area. The restaurant offers dine-in and take out options for a selection of comfort foods and home-cooked meals. For menu options and...

Buchanan General Store

The Buchanan General Store is located in Burnet, Texas close to Lake Buchanan. The store is open Tuesday through Sunday and offers a variety of general store items. For more info, please call 512-793-6600.

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...

Fuzzy's

Fuzzy's offers a different dining style near Lake Buchanan. The establishment offers counter service for Baja type tacos and Mexican menu items with a small-town atmosphere. For more details, please call...

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...

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Lake Buchanan Weather Forecast

Friday

Decreasing Clouds

Hi: 75

Friday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 50

Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Hi: 73

Saturday Night

Chance Rain Showers

Lo: 55

Sunday

Rain Showers Likely

Hi: 73

Sunday Night

Rain Showers

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Monday

Chance Rain Showers

Hi: 75

Monday Night

Clear

Lo: 48