The lake is located in the growing city of Marble Falls, just 45 miles northwest of Austin. Nearby communities include Kingsland, approximately 10 miles to the northwest, and Horseshoe Bay, just 5 miles to the west—each offering additional attractions and amenities for visitors.

Accommodations in the area include RV parks, charming bed-and-breakfast inns, lakeside cabins, and nationally known motels. In Marble Falls, visitors can enjoy a wide range of shopping options, from antique stores and boutique gift shops to larger retailers like Walmart and H-E-B. Dining is just as diverse, featuring everything from fast food favorites like Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, and Whataburger to locally owned eateries serving Texas-style cuisine.

For golf enthusiasts, the public Hidden Falls Golf Club in the Meadowlakes community offers a scenic and challenging 18-hole experience. If disc golf is more your style, Westside Park Disc Golf Course provides a fun alternative. Additionally, the Highland Lakes Public Golf Club, a 9-hole course located on Inks Lake off Park Road 4, is just a short drive from both Burnet and Marble Falls.