Lake Austin watercraft ban starts at sunset Monday for July 4 holiday
The ban applies to personal watercrafts, wet bikes, motorized surfboards and similar devices. Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are allowed.
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Starting at sunset Monday, no watercrafts will be allowed on Lake Austin. The city’s annual ordinance will lift Wednesday at sunrise.
The ban applies to personal watercrafts, wet bikes, motorized surfboards and similar devices. Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are allowed.
Austin Police Department’s Lake Patrol Unit will enforce the ordinance, according to the city. Boaters should call 911 to report reckless boat operations or for emergencies.
Lake Travis is not affected by the watercraft ban. Lake Austin stretches from Mansfield Dam to the Tom Miller Dam.
The city’s annual ordinance, which aims to enforce public safety, also goes into effect for periods around the Memorial Day and Labor Day holidays.