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Bj Thomas
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Exit Hill Country Realty
17080 Hwy 46 West, Suite 115
Spring Branch, TX 78070
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Useful Facts and Getting Around

When in doubt...Always ask!

If you ask some of the old time locals about life before the construction of Canyon Lake you are in for some colorful tales. From stories of the farms and towns in the bottom of the lake to tales of gangsters buried in Cadillacs and the ghosts that roam the hills at night. We haven't decided what's real and what's not, we just understand the facts. Canyon Lake was formed as a flood control device in the 1960's to protect residents south of the lake. The Guadalupe River was dammed up by the construction of Canyon Dam and in addition to the benefit of flood control, the local residents were blessed with the creation of a beautiful lake to call home. Being a flood control lake that is governed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Fort Worth District), there are regulations that must be followed (see drawing above for information on water front setbacks). Mainly, they exist for the protection of the property owners and to maintain the natural integrity of the lake habitat. When moving to Canyon Lake it is important to inquire about the guidelines regarding lake life. It is especially important if you intend to purchase lakefront homes or land. Terms such as "the 948 line" and "corps setback" will be important for you to become familiar with. The building setbacks are designed to protect your property from lake induced flooding and the maintain a natural appearance along the shores. Ask anyone who frequents Canyon Lake and they are sure to tell you how pristine and beautiful the shore is from the water. For more information on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, click on our link to their Canyon Lake page. Copyright 2006-Jeani Richie

Canyon Lake Map & Driving Directions

There are many ways to get to Canyon Lake. Here are some easy to follow directions from several locations. San Antonio: Take US Hwy. 281 north about 14 miles outside Loop 1604 to the Hwy. 46 exit. Take the exit and turn right (toward New Braunfels). Continue for about 4 miles to the flashing light just past Smithson Valley High School. This is FM 3159, turn left and go about 7 miles to the traffic light and turn right on FM 2673 continuing for about 9 miles to FM 306 and turn left. Our office is about a half mile after you cross the river on your left. Austin: Take IH 35 south to New Braunfels. Just north of town you will see an exit for FM 306 to Canyon Lake. Take that exit and turn right at the light. Follow FM 306 for about 14 miles where you will cross the river twice, our office is on the left about a half mile past the second bridge. New Braunfels: Take FM 306 toward Canyon Lake for about 14 miles. After you cross the second bridge over the river our office is about a half mile on the left. From destinations north of the lake: Take US Hwy. 281 south to FM 306 and turn left. Follow FM 306, we are on the right just before the river. Houston: Take IH 10 west to Seguin, take the Hwy. 46 exit and take a right toward New Braunfels. Follow Hwy. 46 for about 12 miles to IH 35. Turn right on the access road and continue to FM 306 where you will turn left. Follow FM 306 for about 14 miles, our office is about a half mile past the second river crossing bridge on the left. If you need more information or more specific directions, call our Chamber of Commerce at 830-964-2223 and tell 'em The PRO Team told you to call! Copyright 2008-Jeani Richie


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