Medina Lake
Texas
Medina Lake real estate is a beautiful, though less active, market for lake homes and land in Texas.
There are typically around 120 lake homes for sale on Medina Lake, and around 150 lots and land listings available.
This lake is one of Texas' largest lakes and has 110 miles of shoreline. The closest major airport, San Antonio International Airport, is only 65 miles away.
About Medina Lake
Bandera and Medina Counties
Medina Lake is surrounded by the areas of Mico, Lakehills, and Lake Medina Shores. San Antonio is just an hour away, featuring big-city attractions and amenities.
The San Antonio International Airport is 43.1 miles away for easy travel and the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital Westover Hills is 25.9 miles away for close medical care. Some local dining options include Southern Gal’s, The 4 Way Bar & Grill, and B&G BBQ.
Fun on the Water
Medina Lake is a relatively large lake, covering 5,426 acres with a maximum depth of 152 feet.
The lake’s most prominent fish species include largemouth bass, white bass, hybrid bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, flathead catfish, and common carp.
Around the Lake
Paradise Canyon is along the Medina River, offering opportunities to relax, swim, picnic, play, camp, fish, and enjoy the outdoors.
Off the Vine Wine Tours an hour away in Fredericksburg is a fun choice for visitors of age. The tour includes trips to three local wineries, tasting fees, snacks, and bottled water.
San Antonio is a vibrant city full of things to do for all ages. Highlights include The Alamo, plenty of museums, gardens, outdoor adventures, a zoo, SeaWorld, Six Flags, the River Walk, and eating/drinking options for all tastes.
Excellent Location for Lake Life
Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or waterfront property, Medina Lake is an excellent choice.
Overview
- 110mi. of Shoreline
- 46ft. Avg. Depth
- 152ft. Deepest Depth
- Shoreline Borders State Park (Some)
Mountains - Dam Name Medina Dam
- Year Built 1913
- Managed By Bexar/Medina/Atascosa County Agricultural District
- Water Drops 40 ft
- Ownership Public
- Acreage 5,426
- Public Boat Ramps 4
- Water Level Full Pool Year Round
Information
- Counties: Bandera County, Medina County
- Fish: Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass Hybrid, White Bass
- Condos available (Yes)
- Notable events: Cactus Pear Music Festival, Encanto Flamenco Festival, Twin Elm Ranch Rodeo, Medina Lake Cajun Festival, Harvest Moon Celebration
- Sailing clubs: Hill Country Yacht Club, Lake Medina Yacht Club
- Interesting facts: Medina Lake was drained into near non-existence during the 2011-2015 Southern United States Drought
- Known for: Scuba diving
- History: Medina Dam was erected in 1913 in an attempt to mitigate flooding that was expected in the summer of that year. The floods never came though and Medina Lake was first filled to capacity in 1919. Over the years Medina Lake was used for irrigation and recreational purposes.
- Landmarks: Austin, Corpus Christi, San Antonio
- Other notes: Because of the lake's terrain, many scuba divers enjoy exploring the waters.
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Some listings have been excluded from this website.
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