The Colonypopulation 39,458 est

The Colony, also known as "The City by the Lake", is located along the shoreline of Lake Lewisville. Residents enjoy a myriad of recreational activities including camping, fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, picnicking and cycling.

The area is also home to several prestigious golf courses. The Colony was recently named No.1 Sportstown in Texas by Sports Illustrated magazine and the National Parks and Recreation Association. The Colony is situated along State Highway 121 and features easy access to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Interstate 35 and the Dallas North Tollway.