Kingsland/Lake LBJ, Texas 

Deep in the heart of Texas, centrally located Kingsland welcomes visitors eager for a natural escape on the crystal-clear waters of Lake LBJ. With plenty of waterfront fun, along with restaurants, shops, live music, parks, and hiking trails, you’ll find endless ways and a multitude of attractions to forget your troubles and step away from stress.  

Life in Kingsland is centered around Lake LBJ, a reservoir created in 1950 that’s fed by the Colorado River. The lake entices visitors with a wide variety of family friendly fun from boating and fishing to waterboarding and skiing. Numerous waterfront cabins and vacation rentals provide cozy to luxurious accommodations. 

Visitors can’t help but notice Kingsland’s relaxed and friendly vibe. Lively annual events include the Winter Texans Dinner held monthly from January to March. The gatherings welcome the thousands of visitors who call Kingsland home in the wintertime. Summer brings Kingsland’s famed AquaBoom, a world-class Fourth of July celebration complete with three parades, arts and crafts, delicious local food, and of course, fireworks—except here in Kingsland, these colorful pyrotechnics are best seen from the comfort of a boat on the lake. It’s the perfect vantage point for the night sky illuminated in patriotic style.

And for fall fun, don't miss "Taste Highland Lakes" food and wine festival. Make plans to visit Kingsland the last weekend in October when the famous Hooper’s Restaurant, next to the historic Antlers Inn, celebrates the 50th anniversary of Tobe Hooper’s 1974 film, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Three days of haunted happenings, including a haunted trail, vendor booths, food, music, and of course, the showing of the iconic movie on the lawn.

Live music is a big part of the Kingsland scene. Catch a local band or a well-known regional act in one of several waterfront bars, local coffee shops, cafes, and music halls. Whether you prefer blues, country, or rock ‘n roll, there's an abundance of options every weekend.

Feeling hungry? Local restaurants prepare delectable Texas cuisine, complete with Texas Hill Country wines and local craft beer. As for shopping, local gift shops, clothing boutiques, and antique stores have lots of stylish goods to deliver much needed retail therapy.  

Along with lakeside vacation rentals, accommodations include the lush villas at Legends Golf Course and Villas, where you can hit the links on a challenging par 72 championship golf course. The legendary Antlers Inn is a fabulous place to stay, complete with box cars and train depot rooms, and cabins that deliver old Texas lore. While you’re there, don’t miss a hearty breakfast or lunch at Hooper's Restaurant. Enjoy a sumptuous steak dinner at Junction Prime across the parking lot from the Inn. 

Warm, welcoming, and full of fun, Kingsland/Lake LBJ is filled with memory-making adventures. Plan your visit today and you’ll see why it’s one of the Lone Star State’s favorite getaways.