Lago
Vista
LOCAL GUIDE
Restaurants
The Island Bar & Grill (5 min drive, Lago Vista): Inspired by the Caribbean and offers a cozy, island-style setting with a warm aroma of grilled meats and seafood.
The Bunker Bar & Grille (6 min drive, Lago Vista): Step into the nostalgic charm of Bunker Burger Grill, where classic American comfort meets modern flair.
Bella Vista (13 min drive, Lago Vista): Experience scenic lakeside dining at Bella Vista, where flavorful dishes and stunning views come together for a relaxing meal.
Captain Pete’s Boathouse (16 min drive, Point Venture): A premier floating restaurant and bar on Lake Travis, located at Point Venture right out on the floating pier.
Lucky Rabbit (17 min drive, Jonestown): Live music, a rustic Texas-feel, fresh handcrafted cocktails, frozen margaritas, ice cold local beer and mouthwatering menu full of local favorites.
The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge (1 hr & 9 min drive, Briarcliff): With a great menu from their scratch kitchen, The Lighthouse is one of the hottest spots on Lake Travis.
Wineries and Breweries
Lago Vista Brewing Company (13 min drive, Lago Vista): Don’t miss out the most popular craft brewery located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
Flat Creek Estate (26 min drive, Marble Falls): An 80-acre property that features an elegant tasting room, full-service restaurant, covered pavilion, and 18-hole disc golf course.
Solaro Estate Winery (1 hr & 13 min drive, Dripping Springs): Enjoy wine tasting overlooking the vineyard and pick out your favorites to take home with you.
El Gaucho Winery (1 hr & 7 min drive, Spicewood): A small winery that naturally focuses on red wines, specifically, “Argentinian wines”.
Stone House Vineyard (1 hr & 8 min drive, Spicewood): A “fantastic little vineyard tucked away on the south shore of Lake Travis”. Definitely off the beaten path, but that is what makes it so serene.
Hamilton pool Vineyards (1 hr & 11 min drive, Dripping Springs): Enjoy boutique wines that are processed in a French style.
Recreation
Arkansas Bend Park (12 min drive, Lago Vista): Tranquil, lakeside park offering primitive campsites, plus swimming, fishing, hiking & picnicking.
Vista Knoll Trail (18 min drive, Marble Falls): A pleasant loop trail that meanders around a hill with fairly good views of Lake Travis and the surrounding hills.
Balcones Canyonland (19 min drive, Marble Falls): Home to many native Texas wildlife and plants, and was specifically established to protect the nesting grounds of the black-capped vireo and the endangered golden-cheeked warbler.
Sunset Deck at Balcones (22 min, Marble Falls): Bring binoculars because the Sunset Observation Deck has some nice views and overlook towards Lake Travis.
Gloster Bend Recreation (27 min drive, Marble Falls): 508-acre day-use park features more than a mile of shoreline and two secluded coves. This park is ideal for fishing and picnicking.
Camp Creek Park (35 min drive, Marble Falls): Milton Reimers Ranch Park is situated on over 2,400 acres and gives you access to over 18 miles of trails perfect for hiking and biking.