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RM-1431 Lake Travis Corridor

Ranch to Market Road 1431 stretches 47 miles from Cedar Park west to Marble Falls (and continues to Kingsland), running along the north shore of Lake Travis through the Balcones Canyonlands of the Hill Country. The section between Lago Vista and Marble Falls is the most prized motorcycle stretch: after Lago Vista, RM-1431 narrows to two lanes and delivers sweeping elevation changes, long high-speed curves, and broad Edwards Plateau views with minimal development. The road passes the edge of Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge. Speed limits are 55 mph and are actively enforced. The Cedar Park to Lago Vista section is wider and busier but still scenic.

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