Public Lake Austin Boat Tour

Experience the beauty of Lake Austin on a scenic boat tour with a sunshade. Enjoy the clear, constant-level water, stunning views, and the iconic Pennybacker Bridge.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lake Austin - This beautiful & scenic 22-mile public lake known for its clear, constant-level water features privately owned waterfront and cliffside homes, several shoreside restaurants, is home to world champion wake surfers Ashley Kidd and Raleigh Hager & just a 20 minute drive from downtown Austin.
What's Included
  • 2-Hour Boat Tour
  • Boat Captain
  • Full overhead sun shading
  • Use of life vests
  • Bottled water
  • Fuel
What's Not Included
  • $5 park entry fee per person, payable by cash only ($3 for ages 62+). No fee for ages 12 and under.
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Captain gratuity (highly encouraged)
Additional Information

Come experience the beauty of Lake Austin on a public, partially guided pontoon boat tour equipped with a dual canopy for full sun shading!

Whether you choose morning, afternoon or sunset, you’ll be accompanied by an engaging captain who will enhance your experience with insightful commentary.

Ideal for individual travelers, couples and small groups/families, this tour offers an affordable way to experience Lake Austin with other passengers without renting an entire boat.

Just a short drive from Downtown, Lake Austin offers 22 miles of great sightseeing views, including privately-owned waterfront and cliffside homes and popular shoreside restaurants.

Unique to Lake Austin is its clear, constant-level water and intimate setting, making for the most beautiful scenery for pictures & social media-worthy photos of the iconic Pennybacker Bridge. You may even catch sight of Austin’s own professional wake surfing phenoms Ashley Kidd and Raleigh Hager!

Bottled water will be provided.

  • Plan to arrive 30 minutes early for parking & entry
  • There is no restroom on the boat - please use facilities prior to boarding
  • Food and alcoholic beverages are permitted (glass containers are prohibited)
  • Waiver of Release and Liability will be required to sign prior to boarding
  • This is a public access boat ramp operated by Travis County, from which we depart & return only. Parking is limited on weekends. We HIGHLY encourage using a ride share service on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Smoking is not permitted
  • $5 park entry fee per person, payable by cash only ($3 for ages 62+). No fee for ages 12 and under.
  • The boat is equipped with an overhead (front to back) dual canopy for full sun shading. As with any outdoor activity, we do recommend coming weather prepared with sun protection (hat, sunscreen, etc).
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time or no call/no show the day of the experience, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Location
5019 N Capital of Texas Hwy
North Capital of Texas Highway
Tour departs & returns at the Loop 360 Boat Ramp located under the south end of the Pennybacker Bridge. Parking underneath the bridge is free. $5 entry fee per person ($3 for ages 62+) collected by & paid to Travis County Parks. Cash only. No entry fee for ages 12 and under.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mischa_h
Aug 15, 2024
See the beauty of Lake Austin with a fantastic captain - Spencer is an awesome captain, fun and knowledgeable. He has ice cold water and you can bring a cooler with any snacks or drinks you want. The boat is very comfortable and has a full sun shade but the sun moves around so wear sunscreen. If I go back, I will wear loose fitting pants and a long sleeved shirt to keep the sun off. This is a relaxing 2 hours on the water with beautiful scenery.
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Daniel_b
Jul 22, 2024
Great views , Great experience - Captain Spencer was great. Great conversation and great knowledge of the local places on the lake. Beautiful setting for sure
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H684ifdanielc
Jul 15, 2024
Beautiful Lake Austin - The tritoon Boat tour of Lke Austin was Awesome! Ridiculous views from the water and very fun and informative! Captin Reid was Phenomenal!
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Sheri_d
Jul 8, 2024
Great tour - It was a very nice tour, we didn't know all the history that was on this lake. We loved it, Captain Spencer was great and really knew alot about that lake!
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Cory_n
Jun 16, 2024
A lot of fun - Very informative and a fun cruise.. was a great time, saw lots of really nice houses and wildlife. Leo was awesome.
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Lauriefi150vp
Jun 14, 2024
Fun boat trip! - We had a wonderful time! Spencer was great and so knowledgeable about the area. Definitely recommend this company and this excursion.
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Michelle_c
Jun 8, 2024
Best Boat Tour Ever - Spencer was outstanding as a captain. Great communication in just an all-around excellent tour. Spencer was knowledgeable and enjoyable.
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Tiffany_w
Jun 2, 2024
Amazing Experience - Spencer was amazing and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed our boat ride with him. I highly recommend him.
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Momi_a
Jun 2, 2024
There is no better way to end the day than to observe the sunset. - It was a delightful experience. We always feel relaxed when we visit Lake Austin, but this was our first boat ride, and it was truly magnificent.
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Lisamarie_a
May 20, 2024
BEST BOAT RIDE EVER - Our tour guide was awesome, Leo. he sent a message to us giving us clear guidance on where to find him to ensure that we were there. He made sure we got on and off the boat safely believe it or not lol this is hard to believe, but he seemed to really enjoy giving us this tour. He was barely, knowledgeable and fun. He has a good personality. I highly recommend this. I surprised this from my boyfriend for his 31st birthday. It was very peaceful. There were not tourist around as ladybird park has it. We were so relaxed when we got home We passed out lol
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