Where Is Inks Lake In Texas?

Does Inks Lake have a beach?

There is a small sandy beach and a large grassy area close to the lake to set up chairs and umbrellas. If you decide to swim, please keep in mind that you share the water space with people on various watercraft, so try to stay in the swimming area for your own safety.

Are there alligators in Inks Lake Texas?

Yes, there are rare sightings of gators in Lake LBJ .

Lake LBJ is part of the Texas Highland Lakes System managed by the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA). The Highland Lakes include Lake Austin, Lake Buchanan, Inks Lake, Lake LBJ, Lake Marble Falls, and Lake Travis.

Can you swim in Inks Lake?

On the water, you can swim (no lifeguards on duty) , boat, water ski, scuba dive and fish. We have set aside a large, no-wake zone for paddling. Rent paddle boats, canoes, one- to two-person kayaks, life vests and paddles at the park store. Be safe on the water; read our water safety tips.

Are there snakes in Inks Lake?

Many snakes live in the park; most are nonvenomous . Venomous snakes that live here include western diamondback rattlesnake, western cottonmouth (or water moccasin), and Texas coral snake.

What county is Lake inks in?

Inks Lake State Park is on Park Road 4 near State Highway 29, nine miles west of Burnet in western Burnet County . It comprises 1,200 acres of the area known as the Central Texas Mineral Region, or Llano Uplift.

Are dogs allowed at Inks Lake?

Dogs are welcome at Inks Lake State Park, as long as they're on a leash that's no more than six feet long . We recently got to visit Inks Lake State Park near Burnet, Texas with our humans.

What kind of fish are in Inks Lake?

Is Inks Lake under a burn ban?

Burn ban is now in effect within the park . No open wood fires are allowed until further notice. Charcoal and containerized fuel (propane) stoves are still allowed. If you have further questions please contact us at 512-793-2223 ext.

What animals live in a Llano Uplift?

2) The Llano Uplift is home to very diverse wildlife communities , containing at least 407 game and nongame species , including animals like bobcats , rabbits , turtles , and migratory songbirds .

Are there smallmouth bass in Lake LBJ?

This is a 6,500-acre reservoir in the south-central part of the state, at Marble Falls. Largemouth bass and white bass get most of the attention here, but the lake also maintains good populations of catfish, crappie, sunfish, smallmouth bass , gar, stripers and hybrid striped bass.

Can you drink at Inks Lake?

No alcohol or glass containers . Pro Tips: Reservations for Devil's Waterhole book up far in advance because it's such a large park with lots of activities. We recommend bringing floaties to lounge in the water, as well as wearing water shoes around the rocky areas of the lake.

Why is it called Devils water hole?

According to local lore, the inlet referred to as Devil's Waterhole got its name for the land's previous owner, who was known to curse — loudly — whenever his wagon got stuck crossing it . There is abundant wildlife at the park, including deer, vultures, quail, and many other types of birds.

How many acres is Inks Lake?

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The state parks board acquired about 1,200 acres for Inks Lake State Park in 1940.

Why was Inks Dam built?

What river is Inks Lake on?

Inks Lake (also known as Roy Inks Dam) is located about ten miles west of Burnet in Burnet and Llano counties, on the Colorado River .

When was Lake Inks built?

Inks Lake is a man made lake created during the great depression of the 1930's . The Lower Colorado River Authority built Inks Lake with the creation of Buchanan Dam and Inks Dam, projects which provided employment to over 1,500 through the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Is Inks Lake good fishing?

Inks Lake is noted for its picturesque scenery, but fishing can be good as well . It contains under-rated largemouth bass and Guadalupe bass populations, along with several species of sunfish (bream). White bass are regularly caught in the reservoir, and a low density white crappie population is present.

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