O n July 4, a dog died after swimming in Lake Travis in Austin, Texas, with toxic algae being cited as the potential cause of death. Although the canine’s passing hasn’t been linked to the ...

The 232-acre Hamilton Pool Preserve includes trails, picnic areas and a swimming area, according to the county.

Lake Travis is nearly 64 miles long ... day here thanks to a range of activities such as swimming, canoeing or digging for fossils at the Austin Nature and Science Center's Dino Pit.