The Austin Police Department Lake Patrol Unit will be enforcing a ban this weekend on personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices. The enforcement will happen on Lake Austin, beginning at sunset on Friday and ending at sunrise on Tuesday. Kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards can still be used along with watercraft designed for the conventional manner of sitting or standing.
This ban only applies to Lake Austin.
Police encourage all boaters to practice safe boating and call 9-1-1 for all reckless operations of boats or emergencies.
