Lake Ray Hubbard
Garland’s official visitor guide highlights fishing, boating, sailing, water skiing, and windsurfing around the lake. Public access and activity rules vary by location.
A Garland, Texas neighborhood guide
Get to know Garland, Texas.
Use this guide to start exploring Garland’s lake recreation, parks, trails, dining, culture, and everyday destinations from a Bay Island home base.
- Fishing, boating, and sailing
- Lake life
- Outdoor options across Garland
- Parks & trails
- Culture, events, and dining
- Downtown
- Bay Island Drive
- 6109
Why Bay Island
A useful starting point for life in Garland.
Garland stretches from Lake Ray Hubbard to established neighborhoods, parks, trails, shopping districts, and a revitalized downtown. That range gives residents different ways to spend a free morning, an active afternoon, or an easy evening out.
Start at 6109 Bay Island Drive and explore the places below. Open a destination to plan your route, check current hours, and get a feel for the neighborhood.
View the floor plansThe experience
Four ways to start exploring Garland.
Parks and trail days
Visit Garland features Rowlett Creek Preserve, Spring Creek Park, Duck Creek Park, Windsurf Bay Park, and other outdoor destinations across the city.
Downtown Garland
Downtown brings together the city’s cultural district, events, public spaces, local dining, and the Garland Visitor Center.
Shopping and entertainment
Firewheel Town Center, Bass Pro Shops, STRIKE + REEL, golf, and family entertainment add more options across Garland.
Good to know
Choose the Garland routine that fits you.
A neighborhood becomes useful when it supports the way you actually spend time. Start with the destinations that matter to your routine, map them from Bay Island, and visit at the times you would normally travel before choosing a home.
- Map your regular commute
- Visit parks at the time you would use them
- Confirm current venue hours
- Tour available apartment locations
Start with a real layout
Compare the floor plans.
Compare verified floor-plan artwork, space, and published monthly pricing. Leasing can confirm today's available homes and exact rates.
Plan A-1
1 bedroom
- Baths
- 1 bath
- Interior
- 660 sq. ft.
$999/moPublished monthly rent
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Plan B2
2 bedrooms
- Baths
- 2 baths
- Interior
- 922 sq. ft.
$1,350/moPublished monthly rent
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Plan C-1
3 bedrooms
- Baths
- 2 baths
- Interior
- 1,184 sq. ft.
$1,650/moPublished monthly rent
View Plan C-1Monthly rents from the price sheet confirmed September 29, 2026. Deposits and fees are additional. Confirm the exact home, lease terms, and availability with leasing. View fees and move-in costs.
Useful answers
Getting oriented in Garland.
Where is Bay Island located?
Bay Island is located at 6109 Bay Island Drive, Garland, Texas 75043, in the Lake Ray Hubbard area of South Garland.
What outdoor activities does Garland offer?
Official Garland visitor resources highlight parks, hiking and mountain-bike trails, golf, and Lake Ray Hubbard activities including fishing, boating, sailing, water skiing, and windsurfing.
What are some places to explore in Garland?
Good starting points include Lake Ray Hubbard, Rowlett Creek Preserve, Spring Creek Park, Downtown Garland, Firewheel Town Center, Bass Pro Shops, and the city’s event and dining guides.
How close are these destinations to Bay Island?
Distances and drive times vary, especially across a city the size of Garland. Map each destination from 6109 Bay Island Drive at the times you expect to travel rather than relying on a generic estimate.
Can I visit Bay Island while exploring the area?
Yes. Contact leasing to request a tour, check current availability, and compare apartment locations while you explore the surrounding area.
Local knowledge
Know the neighborhood before you move.
Source-first guides to the Garland parks, water, food, and everyday destinations that shape life around Bay Island.
Things to Do in Garland, Texas: A Local Starting Point
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Dog Parks in Garland, Texas: Start with the Official City Park
The city’s dedicated off-leash park, what it offers, and how to plan a safer, lower-stress visit with your dog.
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Where to Eat in Garland, Texas: Four Ways to Explore
A more useful way to explore Garland restaurants: follow a specialty, choose a district, and leave room to return.
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Find the home that feels like yours.
Tell leasing what matters most, compare current availability, and see Bay Island in person.