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Lake LBJ
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Lake LBJ, named for former President Lyndon Baines Johnson, is considered one of the most scenic reservoir lakes in the chain of Highland Lakes. Lake LBJ is located just 45 miles northwest of Austin, Texas sharing its shores with both Burnet and Llano Counties. The nearest sizeable town to Lake LBJ is Marble Falls, where visitors can find a variety of shopping and restaurants, and several resorts and smaller communities are located near or on the lake, including Horseshoe Bay, Granite Shoals, Kingsland and Sunrise Beach Village.
Below you will find everything you need to make the most of your trip to Lake LBJ. For visitors with GPS devices, Lake LBJ's coordinates are
30.561771;
-98.349917
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Lake LBJ History - A Quick Introduction
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Lake LBJ was built by the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) to provide hydroelectric power and was later used for cooling water for the Thomas C. Ferguson Natural Gas Power Plant. The construction of Lake LBJ took place between 1948 and 1951. The lake was originally named Granite Shoals Lake until it’s name was changed in honor of Lyndon Baines Johnson in 1965 for his efforts as a Congressman and Senator toward the development of the Highland Lakes. Lake LBJ's dam was also renamed to Wirtz Dam in 1952, named after Alvin J. Wirtz, the first general counsel of the LCRA.
Lake LBJ is an almost constant level lake, and it’s 21 mile length make it popular with boaters, including sailing boats. Vacation homes, retirement communities, golf resorts and the beautiful Texas Hill Country scenery have made Lake LBJ a favorite Central Texas getaway.
Today, Lake LBJ is the third lake in the chain of 6 called the Highland Lakes, which also includes Lake Buchanan, Inks Lake, Lake Marble Falls, Lake Travis, and Lake Austin. |
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Click here for a printable hotel guide of the Highland Lakes
Lake LBJ's central location in the heart of the Texas Hill Country makes it an ideal place to lodge for exploring the surrounding area or for playing on the lake. Lake LBJ boasts a diverse range of lodging options on and off the lake. From beautiful cabins to full size resorts, you’re sure to find the perfect lake retreat for your getaway. Lake LBJ waterfront rentals are also available for those who prefer to stay in a beautiful vacation home with easy lake access.
To view a map with the locations of all of the below accommodations, see our map of Lake LBJ at the bottom of this page.
Skip to these lodging options:
Cabins and Guest Houses
Hotels and Resorts
Vacation Homes
Pet Friendly Lodging
Camps |
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Cabins on Lake LBJ range from modern suites with kitchenettes to luxury log cabins and everything in between. Be sure to check with each property as some Lake LBJ cabins have pet friendly policies allowing you to bring your pet with you on your vacation.
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Horseshoe Bay North Condo |
416 Horseshoe Bay North
Email: reservations@416hsbnorth.com
Recently renovated 3/2 condo with three levels of outdoor living spaces overlooking Lake LBJ. Dock your boat on the water along the lower level deck after a day of waterskiing or sightseeing.
Horseshoe Bay North Condo Web Site |
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Little Lodge on the Lakes |
336 Campa Pajama, Kingsland, Texas 78639
Phone: 325-388-4757
Email: littlelodge@verizon.net
On Lake LBJ, cabins include kitchenette, grills, boat launch, fishing pier, large shade trees & great swimming area. Cabins sleep 2 to 6. Ask about our pet friendly policy.
Little Lodge on the Lakes Web Site |
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Cool Waters Lake House |
916 Clen Oak Parkway, Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 830-693-8564
Email: frontdeskrentals@gmail.com or Facebook and Pinterest
2/2, sleeps 10 in beds, pet-frienddly. Cool Waters Lake LBJ cabin rental is a local favorite swimming hole offering both a peaceful and scenic experience. 85' waterfront on the Upper Colorado Arm.
Cool Waters Web Site |
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Heart of Texas Lake Resort |
408 Clen Oak Pkwy, Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 512-756-7766
Email: heartex@moment.net
Lakefront homes, cabins, condos on 7.5 shady acres of Lake LBJ. Pool, lighted fishing dock, boat slips/launch, 18-hole mini golf, game room, & large lawn for games & picnics. Units sleep from 3-16.
Heart of Texas Web Site |
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The below listed hotels and resorts offer a variety of lodging options Lake LBJ. Their amenities range from spa services and fishing guides to swimming pools and golf courses. Wedding and reunion facilities are also available at many of these Lake LBJ hotels and resorts. |
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Heart of Texas Lake Resort |
408 Clen Oak Pkwy, Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 512-756-7766
Email: heartex@moment.net
Lakefront homes, cabins, condos on 7.5 shady acres of Lake LBJ. Pool, lighted fishing dock, boat slips/launch, 18-hole mini golf, game room, & large lawn for games & picnics. Units sleep from 3-16.
Heart of Texas Lake Web Site |
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Lake LBJ Motel |
13813 W FM 1431,
Kinglsand, Texas 78639
Phone: 325-388-4571
Email: kanmartin@yahoo.com |
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Villas at Legend on LBJ |
105 Range Way Circle,
Kingsland, Texas 78639
Phone: 325-388-8888
Walk out your front door of these 1/1 condos near Lake LBJ, to 18 hole, semi-private Tom Kite designed golf course. King & double bed units. See website for details on golf discount with your stay.
Villas at Legend Web Site |
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Vacation homes abound on Lake LBJ. No matter what you are looking for in a waterfront rental, Lake LBJ is sure to have a vacation home to meet your needs. All of these water front vacation homes are convenient to local shopping, dining, and attractions. |
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Paradise Landing |
716 CR 136 A, Kindsland, Tx 78639
Phone: 830-693-8564
Email: frontdeskrentals@gmail.com or Facebook and Pinterest
3/2, sleeps 10 in beds, pet friendly. Enjoy the benefits of your own private boat launch and XL covered boat lift and dual jet-ski lift. this vacation rental house is situated right in between Horseshoe Bay/Granite Shoals and the 1431 Bridge, where the Llano and Colorado Rivers meet.
Paradise Landing Web Site |
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The Oak House on Lake LBJ |
563 Shoals Pkwy, Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 830-693-8564
Email: frontdeskrentals@gmail.com or Facebook and Pinterest
4/3, sleeps 12 in beds / 14 max, pet-friendly. The Oak House Lake LBJ Vacation Rental Home, located on the upper Colorado Arm of Lake LBJ offers 125 feet of private waterfront on a 1.5 acre lot and includes boat lift, dual jet ramp, pool table and foosball table.
The Oak House Web Site |
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Shady Grove |
712 Circle Dr. Kingsland, Tx 78639
Phone: 830-693-8564
Email: frontdeskrentals@gmail.com or Facebook and Pinterest
4/3, sleeps 18 in beds. Located on Chevy Cove, first lot just off open water. You get the best of both worlds, protected cove great for swimming, kayaking and open water views. This massive 2 acre lot offers 235 of waterfront, boat lift, double dock for two additional boats, dual jet ski lift, large deck above boat dock and gourmet outdoor kitchen.
Shady Grove Web Site |
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Lake LBJ Waterfront Home |
Kingsland, Texas 78669
Phone: 512-957-2534
E-mail: cbbratton@austin.rr.com
Beautiful home on a quiet cove on Lake LBJ. Available daily, weekend, or weekly. 2/2 with sleeper sofa. Large oaks, deck, swim dock, hot tub, washer/dryer, garage. $250/night or $1250/week. $50 cleaning fee. Refundable $200 deposit. No pets; no smoking. Sleeps 6-8. |
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Lake Haven on Lake LBJ |
116 Boutilier St.
Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 512-715-0045 |
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Cedar Rock |
908 Clen Oak Pkwy Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 830-693-8564
Email: frontdeskrentals@gmail.com or Facebook and Pinterest
3/2 sleeps 12 in beds, pet-friendly. 100' of waterfront located just before the granite rocks on the upper Colorado Arm, Lake LBJ's best swimming hole. Newly remodeled Fall 2012.
Cedar Rock Web Site |
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Loch Lone Star on Lake LBJ |
1406 Wofford Dr., Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 512-756-9262
Email: dthomas008.austin.rr.com
Gated 3/3 waterfront on Lake LBJ. Game room, boat dock w/boat lift, two jet ski ramps & 2 waterfront patio decks. Cable/Satellite, non-smoking, laundry room. Sleeps 12. Ask about out pet friendly policy.
Loch Lone Star Web Site |
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The Treehouse Hideaway on Lake LBJ |
815 County Road 126, Granite Shoals, TX 78654
Phone: 512-848-4427 or 512-695-4608
Email: Servicewizard@sbcglobal.net
6 bedroom/2 bath, sleeps 18-20, huge cove, great water and swimming, Lots of room to tie up several boats on 45 foot bumpered dock.
The Treehouse Hideaway Web Site |
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Cool Waters Lake House on Lake LBJ |
916 Clen Oak Parkway, Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 830-693-8564
Email: frontdeskrentals@gmail.com or Facebook and Pinterest
2/2, sleeps 10 in beds, pet-frienddly. Cool Waters Lake LBJ cabin rental is a local favorite swimming hole offering both a peaceful and scenic experience. 85' waterfront on the Upper Colorado Arm.
Cool Waters Lake House Web Site |
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Several Lake LBJ properties offer pet friendly lodging so you can bring your best friend with you on your vacation. Please be sure to be respectful of other guests at the property as well as the innkeepers who are willing to offer this service. |
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Little Lodge on the Lakes |
336 Campa Pajama, Kingsland, Texas 78639
Phone: 325-388-4757
Email:littlelodge@verizon.net
On Lake LBJ, cabins include kitchenette, grills, boat launch, fishing pier, large shade trees & great swimming area. Cabins sleep 2 to 6.
Little Lodge on the Lakes Web Site |
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Loch Lone Star on Lake LBJ |
1406 Wofford Dr., Burnet, Texas 78611
Phone: 512-756-9262
Email: deethomas@nctv.com
Gated 3/3 waterfront on Lake LBJ. Game room, boat dock w/boat lift, two jet ski ramps & 2 waterfront patio decks. Cable/Satellite, non-smoking, laundry room. Sleeps 12.
Loch Lone Star Web Site |
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Paradise Landing |
716 CR 136 A, Kindsland, Tx 78639
Phone: 830-693-8564
Email: frontdeskrentals@gmail.com or Facebook and Pinterest
3/2, sleeps 10 in beds, pet friendly. Enjoy the benefits of your own private boat launch and XL covered boat lift and dual jet-ski lift. this vacation rental house is situated right in between Horseshoe Bay/Granite Shoals and the 1431 Bridge, where the Llano and Colorado Rivers meet.
Paradise Landing Web Site |
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Camp Champions |
775 Camp Road, Marble Falls, Texas 78654
Phone: 830-598-2571
Email: info@campchampions.com
Established in 1967, Camp Champions is a camp located on the shores of Lake LBJ. Camp Champions is for boys and girls between the ages of 6-18. Off season the large lakefront property with rustic cabins and lots of family friendly activities is perfect for family reunions or large company picnics & retreats. On site kitchen/staff, pool, meeting facility, watercraft rentals. Sleeps up to 32.
Camp Champions Web Site |
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Boating is a very popular activity on Lake LBJ, and fortunately there are a number of places to rent ski boats, pontoon boats, jet skis and even sail boats. Several Lake LBJ boat rental businesses also offer wake boarding and water skiing lessons, and you can rent a boat with a professional driver so you can enjoy hours of water playtime on the lake. With options located around the lake, you’re sure to find a conveniently located rental facility to enjoy all that Lake LBJ has to offer.
Visit the LCRA web site for current water levels on Lake LBJ. |
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El Rio Rentals
325-388-3783
14757 FM 1431, Kingsland, Texas 78639
E-mail: hersandhisinvestments@281.com
Pontoon, Sea Doo, Ski boat rentals along with ship/convenience store and boat gas sales. Also rent cottages in a beautiful park on Lake LBJ.
El Rio Rentals |
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Riverbend Marina
830-598-7668
509 Mountain Drive
Granite Shoals, Texas
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LBJ Yacht Club Marina & Water Park
830-693-9172
200 S. Wirtz Dam
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
Full-service marina with slips, launcher, rentals, ship store and golfcart service. Cabins and waterpark also on site.
www.lakelbjmarina.com
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Lake LBJ, like Lake Buchanan, is well known for its excellent Bass fishing and is popular with Texas fisherman. The most common species of fish in Lake LBJ are Large Mouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish, and White Crappie, as well as smaller population of Sunfish. Lake LBJ offers the best White Crappie population of any of the lakes in the Highland Lakes chain. In addition to fishing on your own, guided fishing excursions are available to provide the most successful fishing experience possible.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife web site provides some superb tips for fishing on Lake LBJ. |
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John Gilbert Fishing Guide Service
512-913-2757
Fishing with John Gilbert is a truly unique & fun experience. John catches fish 90% of the time and he's easy-going so you're going to have a day. FISH, FISH, FISH & more FISH is what it's all about - see our pictures for the proof!
www.johngilbertfishingguide.com |
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Lake LBJ has a number of parks for recreational activities. In addition to swimming areas and boat launches, these parks feature different amenities including camping, picnicking, hiking and biking trails.
For an interactive map of Lake LBJ parks see this LCRA parks map. |
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Adam Johnson/Lakeside Park, Marble Falls
830-693-3615
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
Operated by the City of Marble Falls. Two adjacent parks with many shade trees, picnic tables, playscape, outdoor stage, and covered outdoor restrooms.
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Enchanted Rock State Park
325-247-3903
FM 1965, Llano, Texas
1643 acres on Big Sandy Creek, approximately 45 minutes SE of Burnet County, between Gillespie/Llano Counties. Primitive backpacking, hiking, picnicking, geological study, birding, & star gazing. Park resources are protected by law. Rock climbers must check in at headquarters before climbing the 425' granite dome revered by Native Americans as sacred ground.
Map
Texas State Parks/Enchanted Rock Park website |
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Granite Beach Water Park On Lake LBJ, Cottonwood Shores
830-693-9172.
200 S. Wirtz Dam Rd.
Restaurant, beach, swimming, water park, jet ski & cabin rentals, boat sales, service and rentals, public boat ramp and more. Call for seasonal hours and directions. Wedding, reunion, retreat and conference groups welcome.
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Lyndon B. Johnson State Historical Park
830-644-2252
Group reservations at 830-868-7128, ext. 231.
Hwy. 290 west of Johnson City near Stonewall.
Visitor Center open 8am-5pm. Bus tour of LBJ Ranch, 10-4. $3 per person, children 6 and under free. See how President Lyndon B. Johnson lived on his ‘Texas White House’ ranch before, during & after years as President of the United States. Walk or drive to working Sauer-Beckman 1850’s Farm.
Texas State Parks/LBJ State Park website |
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Nightengale Archaeological Center/LCRA Park, Kingsland
830-598-5261 or 1-800-776-5272 Ext. 2112.
Free admission. From Marble Falls, west on Hwy. 1431 to CR 126, between Granite Shoals & Kingsland. Group reservations recommended. Scheduled tours available 2nd & 4th Saturdays from 2-5. Archeologists, paleontologists, geologists & other ‘ologists’ interested in preserving our past are encouraged to visit this hill country gem. A favorite among local school and civic groups; guided educational tours are available with advanced reservations.
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Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge
512-339-9432
24518 FM 1431, Marble Falls, TX 78654
46,000 acres of protected land for endangered bird and other wildlife species. Includes wildlife & wildflower tours, trails, & photography opportunities. Open year-round from sunrise to sunset.
Balcones Canyonlands website |
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Exotic Zoo, Johnson City
830-868-4357. Admission. From Marble Falls south on Hwy. 281 approximately 16 miles to Johnson City. Over 500 animals. View and feed animals from tour tram. Petting zoo. Free picnic area. School, and civic groups are welcome.
www.zooexotics.com |
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LBJ National Historic Home/Park, Johnson City
830-868-7128.
Off Hwy. 281 in Johnson City.
Boyhood home of President LBJ. Free Admission. Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Separate facility from LBJ Ranch approximately 15 miles away.
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Sauer-Beckman 1850’s Living History Farm
830-644-2252
Admission free. Next to LBJ Ranch. Hours: 8 am-4:30pm.
Park employees dress, live, and work in 1900’s period pieces & demonstrate how the original German settlers lived on this farm. Favorite field trip destination for schools, clubs, and visitors; 15 or more please make reservations.
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West Cave Preserve, Blanco County
Located off Hwy 71 between Marble Falls and Johnson City in the town of Round Mountain.
A natural treasure in the Texas Hill Country, this 30-acre gem offers an array of natural science & interdisciplinary educational programs for children and adults. Bring the whole family to enjoy the environmental learning center and beautiful walking trails tucked in a canyon grotto.
www.westcavepreserve.org |
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Lake LBJ and the surrounding area boast a wide variety of activities, and there is bound to be something for everyone’s interests. Golfers will love the beautiful golf courses, wine lovers will love the Hill Country vineyards and there is an abundance of hiking options, including Enchanted Rock and Longhorn Caverns. Children and sunbathers will enjoy The Slab, a popular (and free), sandy beach area that locals enjoy for swimming and picnicking. |
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A map of Lake LBJ is below. You can use your cursor to move around the map and zoom in or out. Be sure to verify directions with the businesses themselves as some of these markers are only intended to show general locations. |
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View Lake LBJ in a larger map |
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Please feel free to contact any of these government offices with any questions you may have about Lake LBJ. For help making reservations at any one of Lake LBJ’s lodging properties, please contact the Burnet County Tourism Director. |
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County of Burnet
220 South Pierce St.
Burnet, Texas 78611
(512) 756-5420
www.burnetcountytexas.org/ |
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Kingsland/Lake LBJ Chamber of Commerce
(325) 388-6211
www.kingslandchamber.org/ |
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Lower Colorado River Authority
Mail:
LCRA
P.O. Box 220
Austin, TX 78767
Main Physical Address:
LCRA Headquarters
3700 Lake Austin Blvd.
Austin, Texas 78703
(512) 473-3200
www.lcra.org |
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Couldn't find what you were looking for in our Guide to Lake LBJ? Check out what the other lakes in Burnet County have to offer. Visit our travel guides for Lake Buchanan, Inks Lake, or Lake Travis.
If you’d prefer to plan your trip by city name, see our travel guides for Bertram, Burnet, Granite Shoals, Kingsland, Marble Falls, and Spicewood.
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