A roomy 11-person, 22 ft South Bay Tritoon for exploring Lake LBJ’s coves and shoreline

Lake LBJ feels like an invitation: wide water ringed by cedar-and-oak hills, granite outcrops, and limestone bluffs that mark the Texas Hill Country. Based in Granite Shoals, Texas, an hour from Austin or San Antonio, a day on the water with the 11-person 22 ft South Bay Tritoon delivers a social, flexible way to explore the lake’s coves, parks, and hidden swim spots.

This Tritoon pairs a roomy layout with a 150 HP Mercury motor, towbar for tubes and skis, a Bimini top for shade, and a sound system that turns the boat into a float-ready party platform. Lake LBJ is a constant-level reservoir of about 6,534 acres and nearly 100 feet at its deepest; that steady shoreline makes navigation easy and opens miles of quieter channels and glassy coves to paddle or anchor. Granite Shoals’ namesake rock and exposed limestone terraces give many coves a rugged, tactile edge that photographers and swimmers both appreciate.

Renting this boat is intentionally straightforward: bring your group, fuel if needed, and the gear you prefer—towables, floatables, and paddling equipment can round out any launch. Operators require renters be 21 to rent or operate, and experience handling a small powerboat helps, but the controls and shallow draft keep the day accessible to most people with basic boat-handling skills.

Why book this trip? For families and groups it’s more than a cruise: it’s a versatile basecamp. Anchor off a grassy shoreline for a picnic, pull up to a rocky cove for cliff jumping where allowed, or glide past waterfront parks and lakeside homes while searching for shallow flats to swim. The boat’s stability makes it great for mixed groups—kids, grandparents, and friends—who want both speed and comfort. The Hill Country backdrop—cedar-lined ridges, granite outcrops, and occasional bald cypress—gives each loop around the lake an unexpectedly varied scene.

Local context matters: Lake LBJ is part of the Highland Lakes chain and carries the name of President Lyndon B. Johnson; its steady level and broad expanse shaped regional recreation. This South Bay Tritoon stands out because it balances power, passenger capacity, and tow-ready gear—perfect for wake sports, relaxed cruising, or an island picnic. Whether you’re plotting a sunrise paddle, a full-day bash, or a multi-day rental to make the most of the Texas sun, this boat is straightforward to run, comfortable to spend time aboard, and built for group fun on one of the Hill Country’s liveliest lakes. Available rental blocks run from four-hour outings to week-long reservations, and operators often supply towables, paddles, and floatation for a packed day; bring sunscreen, reef-safe sunscreen, a cooler, and a plan for fuel to maximize time on the water. Arrive early to beat afternoon winds and find your spot.