Dog Friendly Boat Rental on Lake Austin!

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Your Dog Is Invited: Longhorn Leisure Is Now Pet Friendly on Lake Austin

The day dog owners in Austin have been waiting for is finally here.

You've been sneaking away for lake days all summer. The boat, the margaritas, the perfect golden hour on Lake Austin — and your dog has been sitting by the door watching you leave with those eyes. You know the ones.

That stops now. Longhorn Leisure is officially, enthusiastically, no-take-backs pet friendly — and your dog is cordially invited aboard.

Lake Austin + Your Dog = The Best Day Either of You Has Ever Had

There's something genuinely magical about watching a dog experience open water for the first time. The wind in their face. The smell of the lake. The complete and total loss of composure when they spot a duck 200 yards away.

We've hosted bachelorette parties, birthday blowouts, corporate groups, and family reunions on these boats. Nothing — and we mean nothing — has matched the pure unfiltered joy of a dog seeing Lake Austin from the bow of a boat. It's a spiritual experience. We are not the same after it.

Your dog deserves a vacation. Frankly, they've earned it.

What You Need to Know Before You Book

We've thought this through. Mostly. Here's the full rundown so your pup's first boat day goes flawlessly:

All Sizes Welcome

Tiny rescue chihuahua? Huge golden retriever who thinks he's a lap dog? Great Dane who is somehow still growing? We don't discriminate. All breeds, all sizes, all levels of barely-contained excitement welcome aboard.

Bring Dog Booties — This Is Not Optional

We cannot stress this enough. Texas sun turns our aluminum deck into a skillet by noon. Your dog will do the hot pavement dance and it will be equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking. Don't let it happen. Bring the booties. Your dog's paws will thank you, and you'll thank us later.

They Will Swim — Plan Accordingly

Lake Austin is right there. It is cold, it is inviting, and your dog will absolutely go in. Bring a towel. Bring two. Bring a third one just in case. We'll have the hose ready.

Bring a Leash for the Dock

Once we're on the water, your dog is living their best life. But at the dock during boarding and departure, we ask that all pets stay leashed. Safety first, chaos second.

A Note on the Deck

We take pride in our boats and so do our guests. If your dog will be on the seating areas, please bring a towel or blanket to lay over the upholstery. It keeps the boat looking great for everyone and gives your pup a cozy spot to survey their kingdom from.

Where You'll Go

Your captain knows every inch of Lake Austin — and that includes all the best spots to let your dog wade in at the water's edge. We cruise past celebrity mansions, through the limestone canyon walls, and out to Party Cove where your dog will meet approximately fourteen other dogs and declare this the greatest day of their life.

We can also pull up to waterfront favorites like Ski Shores Café and Hula Hut — both famously dog-friendly on their patios — if you want to turn the boat day into a full afternoon out.

The Details

• Both boats available for pet-friendly trips — the Bentley pontoon (up to 15 guests) and the Solid Craft double-decker with water slides (up to 24 guests)

• No extra pet fees — your dog books for free

• All pets must be well-behaved — we trust you know your dog

• Please give us a heads-up when booking so your pup gets a first-class welcome

• Launch location: Loop 360 Boat Ramp, right under the iconic Pennybacker Bridge

How to Book Your Pet-Friendly Boat Trip

Booking is simple. Head to longhornleisure.com and check available dates, or call or text us directly at (512) 630-2338. Let us know you're bringing a four-legged first mate and we'll take care of the rest.

Dogs have been watching Austin humans have all the fun on Lake Austin for years. It's time to fix that.

Put some booties on that dog and let's go. 🐾

Longhorn Leisure is Lake Austin's highest-rated captained boat rental — 5.0 stars on Google. We launch from the Loop 360 Boat Ramp near Pennybacker Bridge and operate the only double-decker party boat with water slides on Lake Austin. Book at longhornleisure.com or call 512-630-2338.