Located in Clear Lake Shores, Texas, Lakewood Yacht Club (LYC) is one of the Gulf Coast’s most distinguished private boating clubs. With a proud history rooted in powerboating, Lakewood has grown into a nationally respected institution, celebrated for its outstanding facilities, competitive sailing culture, and a deep sense of community. It’s not just a marina—it’s a destination for boating enthusiasts, families, and champions of maritime tradition.
Lakewood Yacht Club was founded in 1955 by a group of passionate powerboaters in the Houston area. Their goal was to establish a premier yacht club that offered camaraderie, convenience, and a strong connection to the water. Originally based closer to Galveston Bay, the club ultimately found its home on Clear Lake—a naturally protected and easily navigable body of water perfectly suited for boating.
While sailing would later become a defining aspect of the club, Lakewood’s origins are firmly anchored in powerboating, and that heritage continues to be celebrated today.
Lakewood Yacht Club’s facilities are among the finest in the country—a rare distinction in a world where many yacht clubs don’t even own their own marinas. Spanning nearly 40 acres, Lakewood’s campus includes:
While Lakewood does not operate its own repair facilities, members enjoy easy access to a wide range of marine services nearby in the well-established Clear Lake boating corridor.
Lakewood’s youth sailing program is recognized as one of the best in the country. It serves as both an introduction to sailing and a launching pad for elite competition, producing sailors who go on to compete at the collegiate, national, and international levels.
Through dedicated coaching, year-round training, and partnerships with the Bay Access Sailing Foundation, young sailors develop not just racing skills, but leadership, sportsmanship, and a lifelong love of the water.
Each spring, Lakewood hosts the renowned Keels & Wheels Concours d’Elegance—the nation’s largest vintage wooden boat and classic car show. Since 1995, the event has drawn thousands of attendees and showcased hundreds of historically significant vehicles and vessels.
This two-day celebration honors the art of restoration, supports local charities, and reinforces Lakewood’s unique position at the intersection of automotive and nautical heritage.
Lakewood is more than a club—it’s a lifestyle. Members enjoy a rich calendar of:
Spanning generations, the club’s membership creates an environment of mentorship and shared tradition, where lifelong friendships are forged both on and off the water.
As it approaches its 70th anniversary, Lakewood Yacht Club remains a shining example of what a true yacht club can be—a place with real docks, real boats, and real passion. Its commitment to excellence in youth development, boating tradition, and member experience continues to set it apart.
Whether you arrive by land or by sea, Lakewood welcomes you to a legacy in motion.
