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Houseboat Destinations

Houseboating can be a very different experience from lake to lake. But whether you're gliding through the sinuous sandstone canyons of Lake Powell, marvelling at the diversity of Lake Mohave, or basking in the warm desert sun on Lake Mead, you'll always find that the common theme of all houseboat vacations is fun.

Listed below are the lakes we currently offer houseboat trips on. Check back soon for even more great houseboat trips across North America!


Lake Powell

Western U.S.
(Southern Utah)

Lake Powell is a vast body of deep blue water contained within orange-red cliffs. The combination of spectacular scenery and nearly 2,000 miles of coastline to explore make this one of the most popular houseboating lakes in the country.

3 Marinas  •  Area: 175-250 sq. miles  •  Avg. Temp: 72 ° F  •  more...


Lake Mead

Western U.S.
(Nevada/Arizona border)

A houseboat is a great way to explore Lake Mead, North America's largest man-made lake. Stretching across the southwest desert, Mead is known for its sandy beaches, varied terrain, and great fishing.

2 Marinas  •  Area: 247 sq. miles  •  Avg. Temp: 82 ° F  •  more...


Lake Mohave

Western U.S.
(Nevada/Arizona border)

Lake Mohave is only an hour away from Las Vegas, but it's a world apart. Ruby red sunsets and rich indigo skies rise above this desert lake, whose warm waters are great for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving.

2 Marinas  •  Area: 44 sq. miles  •  Avg. Temp: 82 ° F  •  more...


Lake Shasta

West Coast
(Northern California)

Famous Lake Shasta is a peaceful mountain jewel, its clear, pure water surrounded by mountain slopes filled with towering evergreens. This many-armed lake has hundreds of coves and byways to explore.

2 Marinas  •  Area: 46 sq. miles  •  Avg. Temp: 89 ° F  •  more...


Trinity Lake

West Coast
(Northern California)

Shasta's less developed cousin, Trinity Lake, is hidden away in the northern California hills. Cast a line for trout or salmon, explore the many tree-laden coves, or just relax and enjoy the serenity of the cool waters.

1 Marina  •  Area: 26 sq. miles  •  Avg. Temp: 69 ° F  •  more...


California Delta

West Coast
(Central California)

Explore a network of more than 1,000 miles of rivers and waterways just outside the San Francisco area. Great for fishing, bird watching, exploring, and even dining, when you moor your houseboat next to a riverside restaurant!

1 Marina  •  Area: 1,000+ miles of coastline  •  more...

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Lake Amistad

South
(Southern Texas)

Amistad is a land of contrasts...and of hidden treasures. 850 miles of spectacular limestone cliffs and sandy beaches await houseboaters, as well as birds from the canyon wren to the great blue heron and a profusion of lake fish.

1 Marina  •  Area: 850 miles of coastline  •  more...


Lake Meredith

South
(Texas Panhandle)

Lake Meredith is tucked in the plains of North Texas just outside of Amarillo. A fisherman's haven, the lake holds the state Walleye, Yellow Perch and Small mouth Bass records. Houseboat, swimm, water ski, fish, or just relax.

1 Marina  •  Area: 15 square miles  •  more...


Lake of the Ozarks

Midwest
(Central Missouri)

Lake of the Ozarks, conveniently near to Kansas City or St. Louis, provides tons of houseboating fun in the heart of Missouri. Explore Bridal Cave, dine at restaurants overlooking the lake, and explore more than 1,000 miles of coastline.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Area: 86 square miles  •  more...


Lake Don Pedro

West Coast
(Central California)

Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, on the way to Yosemite, is Lake Don Pedro, east of Modesto and approximately 2 hours southeast of Sacramento.

2 Marinas  •  Area: 13,000 acres  •  Avg. Temp: 79 ° F  •  more...


Lake Cumberland

Midwest
(Kentucky)

Thousands of private coves, nestled amongst beautiful lush foliage, make Lake Cumberland one of the country's top houseboating destinations.

3 Houseboat Marinas  •  Area: 101 square miles  •  more...


Lake McClure

Western U.S.
(California)

Magnificent scenery, miles of secluded shoreline and fantastic boating and fishing make Lake McClure the perfect place for a houseboating vacation.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 80 miles  •  more...


Lake New Melones

Western U.S.
(California)

New Melones is framed by topography ranging from rugged canyon cliffs to golden Sierra foothills. Fishermen number New Melones Lake among their favorites for its excellent action.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 100 miles  •  more...


Lake Berryessa

Western U.S.
(California)

Mild temperatures in the summer make Lake Berryessa perfect for water sports, fishing, camping, wildlife viewing, or just simply sitting back and releasing the cares of the everyday.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 165 miles  •  more...


Norris Lake

Eastern U.S.
(Tennessee)

The green, warm-watered Norris Lake is a beautiful lake to float. As a long and narrow lake, there are nearly a thousand miles of shoreline to explore, and the fishing is amazing.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 809 miles  •  more...


Lake Roosevelt

Western U.S.
(Washington)

Endless miles of wild shoreline frame Lake Roosevelt's clear water. The grand dark forests and the mountains beyond make houseboating this lake an awe-inspiring experience.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 630 miles  •  more...


Lake Billy Chinook

Western U.S.
(Oregon)

Lake Billy Chinook laps clear and dazzling between dramatic canyon walls. Fed by three rivers, it's a deep and dynamic lake, alive with bull trout and kokanee salmon.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 72 miles  •  more...


Lake Havasu

Western U.S.
(Arizona, California)

It's beautiful here at Lake Havasu. The sky is blue, the air is clean, and the sparkling blue water with its beautiful mountain backdrop is truly a sight to see!

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 450 miles  •  more...


Lake Koocanusa

Western U.S./Canada
(Montana, British Columbia)

Lake Koocanusa is surrounded by mountains and defined by beautiful natural solitude. A visit gives you the experience of being alone with sandy beaches, forest shade and alpine wildlife.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 249 miles  •  more...


Lake Travis

Southwestern U.S.
(Texas)

Lake Travis's long, serpentine curves, and its untamed shores, give houseboating trips the potential for constant surprise.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 271 miles  •  more...


Lake Dale Hollow

Eastern U.S.
(Tennessee, Kentucky)

Dale Hollow Lake is most famous as the world's best smallmouth bass lake, but is fantastic for any recreation. No matter how you explore it, Dale Hollow has its miles of twisty green shoreline and miles of water between.

2 Houseboat Marinas  •  Shoreline: 620 miles  •  more...


Lake Norfork

Midwest U.S.
(Arkansas, Missouri)

Lake Norfolk is an Ozark lake and unusually quiet and secluded. The lake is perfectly clear and the hilly shoreline is completely uninhabited, all natural sand and thick forest.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 550 miles  •  more...


Lake Barkley

Midwest U.S.
(Kentucky)

Lake Barkley is over a hundred miles long and has over a thousand miles of shoreline, but it's more than simply big. You'll find the scenery lush as you explore it from the deck of your houseboat, pure greenery as far as you can see.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 1,004 miles  •  more...


Kentucky Lake

Midwest U.S.
(Kentucky)

Kentucky Lake is nothing short of immense and surrounded by woods and coves. A canal connects it to Lake Barkley, which would make a given houseboat vacation nearly endless if you explored every inch of shoreline.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 2,400 miles  •  more...


Bull Shoals Lake

Midwest U.S.
(Arkansas, Missouri)

Fascinated, varied shoreline, water amazingly clear, and the Ozarks rising in every direction - this is Bull Shoals Lake. Houseboat this long, serpentine lake and enjoy the scenery.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 1,050 miles  •  more...


Lake San Antonio

California

Home to an impressive winter colony of eagles and the Wildflower Triathlon, Lake San Antonio is rimmed with beautiful, wild hills - that beg to be explored from the water.

1 Houseboat Marina  •  Shoreline: 60 miles  •  more...