Lake Austin and Cherry Creek Reservoir Impose Watercraft Bans for July 4 Weekend
The annual watercraft ban on Lake Austin for the Fourth of July holiday will be in effect from Monday at sunset until Wednesday at sunrise. Personal motorized watercraft are prohibited, but nonmotorized devices such as kayaks and paddleboards are still allowed. Austin police will be patrolling the lake, enforcing the ban, and urging boaters to follow safety measures and report reckless behavior. The ban is implemented every Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Fourth of July to ensure the safety of lake users.