Austin Paddling Club

Description	Lake Austin is a calm lake that is one of six reservoirs in the Highland Lakes chain. At the west end of the lake, you'll find Mansfield Dam, scenic views, and wildlife. At the east end of the lake, you'll find luxurious homes, on-the-water restaurants, and Tom Miller Dam. The lake is home to several species of fish, including sterile carp, and hydrilla. You can leisurely paddle your boat on the west end of the lake, but as you approach City Park and continue further east you'll encounter a great deal of motor boat traffic (summer months), wakes, and waves. The lake is suitable for longer recreational, touring, and sea kayaks. Canoes usually have to put up with a lot of headwind!
Class	Flatwater lake (1,609 acres)
Location	Austin, Texas (Mapsco 491, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 554)
Directions	From RM 620, exit Low Water Crossing Road or Mary Quinlan Park Road. From RM 2222, exit City Park Road. From Loop 360, exit access road for boat ramp. From Enfield Road, exit Scenic Drive.
Put Ins and Take Outs	Low Water Crossing Road Mary Quinlan Park Commons Ford Metropolitan Park City Park N. Capital of Texas Highway (Loop 360 bridge) Walsh Boat Landing
Flow Information	LCRA River Report
Boat Rentals	Local outfitters
Resources and Trip Information	Local boating laws APC Calendar
Contacts	Carla Jennings, cjenn@austin.rr.com
View From the Boat