Lake Athens


Lake Athens' eastern border is just five miles east of Athens, Texas, in Henderson County. Athens is a charming town with a southern cultural atmosphere 72 miles southeast of downtown Dallas. Lake Athens covers 1,799 acres with a maximum depth of 50 feet. Lake Athens has one big island, Goat Island. Lake Athens was built in 1961. Athens Municipal Water Authority owns and operates Lake Athens for municipal water supply, flood regulation, and recreation. Athens, Texas, has a Walmart but Dallas serves the Lake Athens region as the closest metro area with shopping and entertainment.   More Lake Information

Lake Athens Camping


Texan RV Park

Texan RV Park has full-hookup RV sites equipped with water, sewer, and 20,30,50 amp services. All of their cabins and Tiny Home Cottages come fully furnished with basic kitchenware, appliances, linens,...

Windsor Place RV Estates

Windsor Place RV Estates is located in rolling hills of East Texas. They have 44 sites that can accommodate RV's or Park Home/Cottages. They offer many amenities such as Free Yard Maintenance for your privacy...

Lake Athens Marina and RV Park

Lake Athens Marina and RV Park have many amenities such as Boat Charging Station, Boat & RV Storage, Event Center, Fire Pit & Grill Area, Clubs & Rallies Welcome, FREE Wifi, Laundry, Clean...

Lone Star Camp

Lone Star Camp was purchased in 1979 it is located at pinewoods of East Texas. It consists of 300 acres, including a 25 acres lake nestled among nature's best foliage. Their facilities are housing styles for...

Lake Athens Marinas


Lake Athens Marina and RV Park

Lake Athens Marina and RV Park is located on picturesque Lake Athens. They offer many amenities such as General Store & Bait Shop, Public Boat Ramp, Horseshoes, Play area for kids, Fishing, and more. They...

Lake Athens What To Do


Cotton Patch Cafe

Cotton Patch Cafe is a Texas-inspired, home-style restaurant serving Southern classics. It is located at 1413 State Hwy 31 Athens, TX 75751. The famous dish in their Cafe are Chicken Fried Steak, Crispy Fried...

Schlotzsky's

Schlotzsky's has been the home of The Original toasted sandwich. Their menu was evolved to include the highest quality sandwiches, pizzas, salads, and soups. This restaurant was the fast-casual choice and...

Athens, TX Farmers Market

Athens, TX Farmers Market is known as the best handmade local product at 212 N Palestine St, Athens, TX 75751, United States. Their pies are made of apples, peaches, pears, and apricots. On their other side of...

East Texas Arboretum

East Texas Arboretum is located at 1601 Patterson Rd, Athens, TX 75751, United States. The arboretum is available to host reunions, meetings, retreats, weddings, receptions, and picnics. This place is perfect...

Callaways Coffee & Bistro

Callaways Coffee & Bistro was established in 203 at 613 S Prairieville St Athens, TX 75751. Most of their product are coffee, lattes, iced lattes, frappucinos, hot and iced flavored teas, and more. The...

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Lake Athens Current Weather Alerts

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Lake Athens Weather Forecast

Wednesday

Sunny

Hi: 56

Wednesday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 36

Thanksgiving Day

Mostly Cloudy

Hi: 59

Thursday Night

Partly Cloudy

Lo: 39

Friday

Partly Sunny

Hi: 60

Friday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 40

Saturday

Partly Sunny

Hi: 60

Saturday Night

Chance Rain Showers

Lo: 48


Lake Athens Water Level (last 30 days)


Water Level on 11/23: 438.55 (-1.45)