Lake Recreation

Lake Georgetown Offers Fishing, Camping, and Hiking

Lake Georgetown is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lake on the North Fork of the San Gabriel River, about 3.5 miles northwest of Georgetown, with camping, boating, and fishing.

Williamson County The Great Outdoors

Lake Georgetown sits on the North Fork of the San Gabriel River in western Williamson County. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers owns and operates the lake and dam. The lake serves as a water supply for Georgetown and Round Rock and also provides flood control.

The lake is open to the public for fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. Fees and hours can change seasonally, so check with the Corps of Engineers for current conditions. The lake is one of the main outdoor recreation spots available directly in the county.

Source to confirm: USACE — Lake Georgetown

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Property Tax Basics

Two Offices Handle Your Property Tax in Williamson County

The appraisal district sets your property's value; the tax office collects the money — and they are separate offices.

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Homestead Exemption

Texas Homestead Exemption Cuts Your School Tax Bill

Williamson County homeowners who live in their home can apply for a $140,000 reduction off the value used to figure school taxes.

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Age 65 / Disability Exemption

Extra Property Tax Breaks for Seniors and Disabled Homeowners

Homeowners who are 65 or older, or who have a qualifying disability, can get an additional property tax exemption and a school tax freeze.

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Disabled Veteran Exemption

Veterans with Service Disabilities Get a Property Tax Break

Texas veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 10% or more qualify for a property tax exemption in Williamson County.

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