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View Full Post 9 Reasons to Explore Austin's Outdoors

Published: 4/18/2018

In many ways, Austin, Texas, is a playground. Whatever your recreational preference, Austin likely has it. The city is, after all, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, which boasts state parks , rivers, swimming holes , cliff walls , and every other type of outdoor destination imaginable. Land-goers and water-lovers alike have countless ways to choose to spend their time outdoors. Here are nine reasons Austin has become a mecca for lovers of the outdoors. 1. Incredible Urban Recreation with the Barton Creek Greenbelt Barton Creek Greenbelt. Credit Sean Loyless, courtesy of RootsRated. While... read more

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Posted in: Outdoors Hill Country

View Full Post Plan the Perfect Memorial Day Weekend in Austin

Published: 4/6/2018

Spending Memorial Day weekend in Austin? Make the most of your long holiday with plenty of outdoor adventures, live music and delicious eats that will keep you fueled up for three days of fun. DAY 1 Credit Geoff Duncan. Start your day with breakfast at Paperboy , a popular food truck with early-morning dishes like sweet potato hash with braised pork belly, garlic-rosemary mayo and a poached egg. Then head over to Zilker Park , a sprawling 360-acre green space in the heart of downtown that’s home to Zilker Hillside Theater (site of festivals and free music), Zilker Botanical Garden and... read more

Tags: Itineraries Holidays Outdoors Patios Lady Bird Lake Downtown Food Trucks South Congress

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View Full Post Your Guide to Paddling Lady Bird Lake

Published: 3/21/2018

Lady Bird Lake is the epitome of the Austin lifestyle. Every day of the week, the lake is filled with people taking advantage of this stretch of dammed-off Colorado River that offers endless recreation opportunities. Backdropped by the downtown Austin skyline on one side, Zilker Park and Auditorium Shores on the other, and featuring the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail , this entire section of Austin represents the enthusiasm locals have for the outdoors. With eight official access points (and endless other places to put-in or take-out), the reservoir is a great place to spend a day on... read more

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View Full Post How to Experience Austin’s Bats

Published: 3/9/2018

When most people think of Austin, visions of things like tasty taco and musicians performing all over town come to mind. But the city is also known for its love of certain winged nocturnal animals that appear at sunset. Yep, those are the Mexican Free-Tailed Bats . A 1980 renovation transformed the Congress Avenue Bridge into an ideal bat cave, soon attracting migrating Mexican free-tailed bats. From late spring until early fall, get ready for the sunset show by heading to the grassy hill vantage point of the Statesman Bat Observation Center, adjacent to the bridge. Visitors... read more

Tags: Outdoors Family Bats Spring Summer Fall Free Iconic Austin Downtown Lady Bird Lake

Posted in: Outdoors Family

View Full Post Austin's Hike & Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake

Published: 1/8/2018

The Hike and Bike Trail is a low-grade trail, most of which is wide enough to accommodate both cyclists and pedestrian traffic, making it a leisurely, enjoyable ride for cyclists , runners and families alike. Because the trail winds through downtown, there are access points and parking all along the route, making it easy to choose your distance, detours, and side trips, all in view of the Austin skyline. Whether you prefer to ride the trail’s entire 10 mile loop or take a shorter, more leisurely ride, we recommend taking the time to take a dip in either Barton Springs or Deep Eddy Pool ,... read more

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Posted in: Outdoors

View Full Post Historic Austin: Zilker Park & South Austin

Published: 10/25/2017

With 180 sites listed in the National Register of Historic Places, including 17 historic districts and 2 National Historic Landmarks, Austin puts you at the heart of Texas history. From the Texas State Capitol to the Paramount Theatre , the Driskill Hotel to Barton Springs , the heritage of the Lone Star State lives and breathes throughout our city. We invite you to explore, experience and enjoy Austin’s many memorable attractions and make our history part of yours. Barton Springs Pool. PICA 01009, Austin History Center, Austin Public Library. Andrew Zilker's Legacy Citizens of... read more

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Posted in: Neighborhoods Outdoors

View Full Post How to Have a Nonstop Weekend of Adventure in Austin

Published: 8/23/2017

There are countless ways to explore Austin, Texas, especially for those who enjoy the outdoors. Whether you enjoy pedaling or paddling—or prefer exploring on your own two feet—Austin provides you with endless itineraries to maximize your time outside, all while keeping you fueled with tacos , local coffee , and craft beer . We challenge you to make the most of 48 hours in town with this stacked itinerary, which will keep you moving, hungry for tacos, and needing all the coffee you can get. DAY ONE Grab a latte at Caffé Medici. Credit Jeremy Keith . Coffee: ... read more

Tags: Outdoors Craft Beer Coffee Eat & Drink Lady Bird Lake South Austin South Congress Itineraries

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View Full Post 9 Awesome Things to Do in Austin's Outdoors with the Whole Family

Published: 5/26/2017

Austin is a haven for outdoor lovers. With the Texas Hill Country close by, several rivers and lakes bisecting the area and a handful of state parks within short reach, there’s an abundance of ways to spend your days outside with your family. We put together a guide outlining some of the best ways your family can share a memorable adventure in Central Texas. Pedernales Falls State Park. Credit Vance Miller . 1. Going Underground People may not initially think of caves when they think of Austin, but they are, in fact, plentiful. From those tucked away within the Barton Creek Greenbelt to... read more

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Posted in: Family Outdoors

View Full Post Top Picks for Memorial Day Weekend in Austin

Published: 4/3/2017

Planning to celebrate Memorial Day weekend in Austin? Here you can camp in a tropical forest, hike through a canyon, barbecue in a jungle, tube on river rapids or just kick back and chill. Whatever you decide, just get out and make the most of this long holiday weekend. Kayaking on Lady Bird Lake. Go Camping Just outside the city lies thousands of acres of untamed wilderness perfect for setting up camp with your favorite folks. Head north to Colorado Bend State Park for stellar mountain biking terrain, explorable caves, waterfalls and Class I-II rapids on the Colorado River. Set up camp... read more

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Posted in: Outdoors Family

View Full Post Austin's Story: A Guide to Historic Destinations in Austin

Published: 11/23/2016

With 180 sites listed in the National Register of Historic Places, including 17 historic districts and 2 National Historic Landmarks, Austin puts you in the heart of Texas history. From the Texas State Capitol to the Paramount Theatre , the Driskill Hotel to Barton Springs , the heritage of the Lone Star State lives and breathes throughout our city. We invite you to explore, experience and enjoy these memorable attractions and make our history part of yours. The Texas State Capitol Complex: The Texas State Capitol , standing at 302 feet (a whole 14 feet higher than the U.S. Capitol),... read more

Tags: Historical Neighborhoods Iconic Austin Museums Multicultural Zilker Park South Congress Lady Bird Lake University of Texas West Austin Downtown East Austin Sixth Street

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