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Austin boat club directory
Explore membership boating on Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Compare local launch points, then ask each club about plans, boats and reservations.
Lake Travis
Carefree Boat Club
Carefree’s Texas site lists West Beach Marina as its Lake Travis location. Ask the local club about membership plans and its current fleet.
Published local locations
- West Beach MarinaLake Travis
Lake Austin · Lake Travis
Freedom Boat Club
Shared-fleet membership with on-water training and dockside support. These published local locations cover Lake Austin and Lake Travis.
Published local locations
- Riverbend MarinaLake Austin
- Emerald PointLake Travis
Lake Austin · Lake Travis
Nautical Boat Club
Nautical lists several local clubs around Lake Travis and Lake Austin. Compare the launch point that suits your drive and preferred lake.
Published local locations
- Hudson BendLake Travis
- LakewayLake Travis
- NorthshoreLake Travis
- VolenteLake Travis
- WestlakeLake Austin
Official club sources checked October 14, 2026. This is an independent directory; each club handles its own memberships and reservations.
What to compare before joining
- Initiation fees, monthly dues, fuel charges and any boat-specific fees.
- Weekend and holiday availability, booking windows and reservation limits.
- The boats and launch locations included in your plan.
- Training, guest rules, cancellation terms and responsibility for damage.
Ask for the current membership agreement and a local fleet tour. Published locations do not establish available memberships or reservation slots.
Rent, join a club, or buy?
A rental can suit an occasional outing. A club provides access to a shared fleet under its membership and reservation rules. Buying gives you your own boat, along with storage, maintenance and operating responsibilities.