Whether you've relocated from across Texas, one city over, or from another state completely, moving can be an exciting and new experience. However, it can also be quite overwhelming. There's a flood of new choices to make: Where am I going for my next hair appointment? Where will the children go to daycare? What church do we attend on Sundays? When your usual go-to's are now far from home, you learn the stresses of packing and moving into a new place are far from over. 

BeLocal is dedicated to helping you make those choices and making your transition as smooth as possible. Written by long-time locals, we are your best guide to the Lake Conroe area. You get that "word of mouth" experience all in one publication. Get ready to dive into our lists of the best local hotspots, music venues, restaurants, golf courses, weekend activities and more. We appreciate you supporting the local businesses and using the services and tools provided by BeLocal Lake Conroe.

Lake Conroe has so much to offer its newest residents. Moving may be stressful, but the hard part is almost over. It's time to enjoy your new surroundings.

Welcome home,

Jada England, Publisher

In the 1950s, Texans suffered through a record-breaking, seven-year drought. Water shortages caused problems all across the state and President Eisenhower declared all but 10 counties as drought disaster areas.

To prevent these water shortages in the future, state water planners initiated a reservoir-building boom that included our very own Lake Conroe.  The city of Houston, the Texas Water Development Board and the San Jacinto River Authority worked together on the project to create an alternative water source for the city of Houston. The dam, which spans 2.2 miles and reaches an average of 212 feet above sea level, was completed in 1973. Now, Lake Conroe is the centerpiece of the community with its many waterfront neighborhoods, private golf courses and upscale dining and shopping.