How to Boat at Lake Ray Roberts, Texas

There is much more to Texas than meets the eye. Hidden among rolling hills and a forest lies Lake Ray Roberts. This Texas state park is multi-functional and holds something for everyone. The lake is great for boating. It has two fully functioning marinas and several boat lanes in different parts of the park. Whether staying for a week or just a day, Lake Ray Roberts is a treasure to be discovered.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Reservations for camping or lodge
• Credit card or cash
• Boat
• Ski's or other water toys

1. Make reservations for camping. Make weekend and holiday reservations well in advance. Call the park service at [phone] for camping information and reservations. Inform them that you will need boat parking.

2. Stay at the Lantana Lodge if camping is not your idea of fun. Call the lodge at [phone] for reservations. Make holiday and weekend reservations early, and inform them that you will need boat parking.

3. Arrive at the lake early in the morning for the smoothest water. Enter the park as early as 8:00 a.m.

4. Rent kayaks and canoes at Greenbelt Canoe Rentals, [phone]. Enjoy paddling on this area of the lake. There are no boat lanes in this part of the park.

5. Bring your skis, tubes, wake boards and other water toys. Spend time doing tricks behind a boat, as this is a lake with plenty of room for maneuvering.

6. Leave the park by 10:00 p.m. unless you are staying the night. The gates will close at this time.

7. Spend time at the lake mid week and avoid holidays. Enjoy sparse crowds and low boat traffic during the week.

Tips & Warnings

• Pay a small fee before entering the park.
• Purchase the Texas Parks Pass if you plan on visiting Texas lakes frequently.

Resources

• For more information on Lake Ray Roberts and for entrance fees, visit tpwdstatetxus.

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