Best Marina in Lakeway Area!
West Beach Marina (512) 266-2277
17317 West Beach Road – Austin TX 78734
- Deep water at boat slips when Lake Travis is low
- Gated entrance, modern well-maintained docks
- Ideal for ski boats, cruisers, pontoons or PWC
- Lots of free lakeside parking, close to boat slips
Our Marina – Lakeway Slip Prices
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We‘re located on Lake Travis south shore at the north end of the Hudson Bend peninsula. Near Lakeway and convenient to Austin and Steiner Ranch. Right on the main channel of the Colorado River. So it’s always easy to get in and out of the slip. And just a short drive from the lakeside communities of Steiner Ranch, Spicewood and Cedar Park.
17317 West Beach Road – Austin TX 78734
Family-Oriented Marina in Lakeway Area
You won’t find distracting boat rentals, party barges, bars, cruise boats at West Beach. No crowded gas dock, boat repair facilities, noisy bars or restaurants. [Although there are several good ones close by.] Our Lakeway marina members want a great time on the water. And a quiet place to relax with their family and friends. Before and after a lot of fun water skiing, wake boarding, cruising or rafting up at Devil’s Cove. Our goal is to provide our members the best experience and value.
This location and our commitment to customer satisfaction are what make West Beach the most highly recommended marina in Lakeway area. If you’re looking for an easy-to-use boat slip, plenty of parking and year-round deep water, call us today!
Uncovered and Covered Marina Slips
WBM offers a variety of marina slip sizes and amenities. We have slips 11-14′ wide, and from 26′-30′ long. Most of our slips are covered to protect boats from the sun and occasional hailstorms. Most slips provide shore power and potable water — except for D and E docks. We also have some uncovered slips to accommodate sailboats. And to help protect boats from bottom fouling and wave action, we offer HydroHoist boat lifts for sale or rent. Please fill out our Slip Request form or call to see if we currently have a slip suitable for your boat. Lake Travis boat slips are in high demand; so we may not have one immediately available. But if you’re on our Slip Request list, we will call you as soon as we have an opening.
3 Lakeway Marinas Compared
Below is a comparison of three popular marinas on Lake Travis south shore. The overhead photos show their locations and boat dock configurations when the level of the water recedes to 640′ above Mean Sea Level (MSL). Most of the Highland Lakes are maintained at a constant water level. If you’re considering boat slip rentals near Lakeway, consider how these fluctuations will affect how your boating experience.
The levels of Buchanan and Travis can vary significantly with the amount of rainfall, consumption by local communities and businesses. The level also depends on the amount of water the Lower Colorado River Authority sends downstream to other users and the Gulf of Mexico. The variable level imposes some challenges for the LCRA, area residents, local businesses, marina operators – and boaters. The facility you choose will determine your ability to get your runabout or pontoon boat in and out of the water. And the ease of maneuvering out to the main channel. Also the walk from the parking lot to the slip (with gear).
Most WBM members want to spend the day on the water having a great time skiing or wake boarding. It’s not a lot of fun negotiating difficult terrain loading and unloading your boat. Imagine toting an ice chest or stand up paddle boards up and down the steep walkways at other Lakeway marinas!
Rough Hollow Marina
Rough Hollow Marina 640′
When selecting a marina in Lakeway, think about how you’re going to get to your boat. Especially when the water level falls below 640′ above MSL. At that level, there’s plenty of water for boating. But not all Lakeway marinas have deep water. You’ll also want to consider how easy it is to get out of your slip and onto the main body of the lake.
Most of the marinas near Lakeway are located on narrow creeks or shallow coves. They need to crowd their docks and boat slips together when the lake is down. This makes it difficult to maneuver your pontoon or ski boat. And risks grounding and collisions on your way to deep water. When the water recedes even more, other marinas either move the docks out into the main channel (far from the shore and parking area) – or even remove them. Not very convenient.
Lakeway Marina
Lakeway Marina at 640′
As the photo illustrates, Lakeway Marina on Lake Travis has similar challenges when the level is down. The docks are squeezed tightly together in shallow water. This restricts maneuvering room. It’s a long steep hike from parking lot to the slips. To get your family and gear to the boat, you’ll need to carry everything up and down steep paths and ramps. Not a great time or fun aquatic experience.
And, with the water even lower, they detach the docks and move them out into the main body of the lake. In that configuration, customers of Lakeway Marina need to be ferried to and from the slips. It’s a long walk and a long wait before you get to your boat. Not very convenient for you, family or guests. And the same trek when you get back from boating on Lake Travis.
West Beach Marina on Hudson Bend
WBM at 640′ – No Problem!
Our location has a wide open waterfront with a wide gradual slope down to the waterfront. As the water level recedes, we move our docks out into deeper water. Unlike the other marinas in Lakeway pictured here, we have a large parking lot that extends right down to the shore. Our docks and walkways remain connected to the land. And we still have wide open navigation channels.
At WBM, it’s just a short walk from your car to your slip. Regardless of the water level. You can get under way and start having a great time in just a few minutes. Our members don’t need to use stairways, steep ramps, trams or shuttle boats to get to the boat slips. You get to spend the day boating – not hiking or waiting for a shuttle.
WBM is just a few minutes from Lakeway and Steiner Ranch. Convenient to Austin, Cedar Park and Spicewood. We have covered and uncovered slips suitable for ski boats, sailboats, pontoon boats and jet skis.The slips range in length from 26’ to 32’ (widths between 11′ and 14′) And we have a separate dock with jet ski ports. Our members have the option of renting a HydroHoist boat lift along with their slips. The boat docks have built-in breakwaters to dampen wakes. And electricity and potable water are available on most of the docks. These are the things that make WBM the most highly recommended boater-friendly and convenient of all Lakeway marinas.
Most Convenient Marina in Lakeway Area
In contrast with other Lakeway marine facilities, we don’t have rental boats, bars or restaurants. [But there are plenty of these within a 10 minute drive.] No wild party barges, jet ski or pontoon boat rentals. Our members prefer to have a great experience out on the water. And avoid crowds and noise on the docks. This makes it a great place to keep your boat and enjoy a pleasant day on the lake. WBM members place a high value on family boating, relaxation and privacy. Call today to learn more about our facility and family-friendly environment. And why our customers say we have the best service and boat slip rental values in the Lakeway area. Call us today!
West Beach Marina (512) 266-2277