Enjoy elevated American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and panoramic views of Lake LBJ at Bay View Restaurant & Bar in Cottonwood Shores, one of the Highland Lakes' premier dining destinations.

Cool off with a refreshing shaved ice from Shaved Ice by Faith in Cottonwood Shores, a local favorite serving colorful frozen treats perfect for hot Texas days.

Enjoy award-worthy Central Texas barbecue at Mythic Barbecue in Cottonwood Shores, where smoked brisket, ribs, scratch-made sides, and Sunday breakfast tacos are served until they're sold out.

Enjoy great food, live music, pickleball, and outdoor fun at Fresh Air & Food Park in Cottonwood Shores, a community gathering place just minutes from Lake LBJ.

Fresh Gulf Coast-inspired seafood meets Hill Country hospitality at LeStourgeon Seafood Company in Cottonwood Shores, serving homemade favorites, fresh fish, and scratch-made comfort food just minutes from Lake LBJ.

The Horseshoe Bay Resort Marina is your gateway to Lake LBJ with boat rentals, fishing trips, paddle sports, a marina store, waterfront dining, and scenic cruises.

A casual waterfront restaurant on Lake LBJ serving burgers, seafood, steaks, handcrafted cocktails, and live music in Cottonwood Shores. Don't skip the coconut cheesecake.

A convenient ship's store on Lake LBJ offering boat fuel, ice, snacks, boating essentials, Lake LBJ apparel, and ice cream at Bay Marine & Sports Center.

A waterfront restaurant on Lake LBJ serving fresh seafood, steaks, burgers, handcrafted cocktails, weekend brunch, and one of my favorite desserts in the Highland Lakes.

Dine inside the iconic Texas Chainsaw Massacre house at Hooper's in Kingsland, where scratch-made Southern favorites, handcrafted cocktails, and Texas history come together.

A one-of-a-kind Lake LBJ destination featuring a convenience store, waterfront bar, boat fuel, live music, lawn games, and a second-story slide overlooking the marina.

A waterfront restaurant on Lake LBJ serving handcrafted burgers, seafood, cocktails, and weekend breakfast with beautiful lakeside views in Kingsland.

Trade the gym for the lake. Board & Body LBJ combines paddleboarding and fitness on the calm waters of Lake LBJ for a workout that's equal parts movement and outdoor adventure.