Spicewood, Texas
Top Spots in and near Spicewood
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Dripping Springs, Texas
Swim at Hamilton Pool Preserve
4.10.46 mi / 26 ft gainHamilton Pool Preserve, about a 45 minute drive from Austin, TX, is one of the most beautiful places to spend a hot, Texas afternoon. A short hike from the parking lot through a wooded forest opens up onto a scenic, natural pool. The small beach to one side is usually dotted with sunbathers and p...Read more -
Dripping Springs, Texas
Sport Climbing at Milton Reimer's Ranch
5.0Milton Reimer's Ranch is a limestone sport-climbing crag in Dripping Springs, Texas near Austin, Texas with hundreds of routes. The park is divided into two main sections--Reimer's and North Shore, each with their own parking lot. Approaches are quite easy and well marked. The original Reimer's a...Read more -
Round Mountain, Texas
Explore Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center
0.7 mi / 80 ft gainLocated about 25 miles from downtown Austin, Westcave Preserve is a beautiful and family-friendly day adventure. The trail is out-and-back about .7 miles long. It leads down into a very lush green canyon filled with a variety of plant species and ferns. At the end of the trail is the main feature...Read more -
Spicewood, Texas
Camp at Pace Bend Park
4.4Pace Bend is a favorite camping and day use destination near Austin, Texas. The park is approximately 45 minutes West of Austin located off of Hwy 71 and offers visitors a wide range of recreational activities. There is an entrance fee of $10 per vehicle for Day Use only and $15 per vehicle for p...Read more -
Spicewood, Texas
Climb at Pace Bend Park
The "must have" campsite is along Marshall Cove in Pace Bend Park. From the park's entrance head straight along the road and take the 3rd left onto the Marshall Cove turnout. The sites are not numbered, but locating the site is pretty easy--it's on the left-hand side of the the road along the edg...Read more -
Spicewood, Texas
Hike through Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area
5.06.52 mi / 902 ft gainSpend all day wandering the endless fields of bluebonnets above the banks of the Colorado River in this hill country oasis. MuleshoeBend Recreation Area is just 50 minutes outside of Austin in Spicewood, TX. It has 540 acres of trails, camping, and picnic tables. The highlight of this park is the...Read more -
Spicewood, Texas
Explore Krause Springs
4.0Spend the day swimming and exploring or stay the night and see everything this privately owned park has to offer! From the spring fed concrete pool, to natural spring fed swimming hole, waterfall, butterfly gardens and more! Bring your tent or even your RV! They take reservations for RV hookups o...Read more -
Lakeway, Texas
Hike Hamilton Greenbelt
5.1 mi / 374 ft gainThe Hamilton Greenbelt is a 5.1 mile out-and-back neighborhood hike located in Lakeway, just 15 miles outside of downtown Austin. The trail is located in a neighborhood and is extremely well-maintained. At the entrance of the trail you will find a little garden area with a small waterfall and a s...Read more -
Johnson City, Texas
Pedernales Falls
4.80.69 mi / 167 ft gainPedernales Falls drops 50 feet in elevation over 3,000 feet of titled, layered steps of limestone along the Pedernales River in Blanco County. In order to reach the falls you must enter Pedernales Falls State Park and follow the park road until the very end. There you'll find a parking lot and it...Read more -
Leander, Texas
Hike the Vista Knoll Loop
2.00.89 mi / 223 ft gainThe Vista Knoll Loop is a .9 mile hike, accessible year round. Dogs are not allowed on this trail. The trail offers great views of Lake Travis, with good wildlife viewing opportunities.Read more -
Marble Falls, Texas
Balcones Canyonlands Sunset Deck
The Sunset deck at Balcones Canyonlands is an amazing family- and pet-friendly spot. Parking is only about 100 feet from the overlook and is easily accessible for any and everyone. The overlook is absolutely serene and great for a picnic. There is also a small beginner trail ("Ridgeline Trail") n...Read more -
Round Mountain, Texas
Twin Falls Nature Trail at Pedernales Falls State Park
0.51 mi / 75 ft gainTwin Falls Nature Trail is a half mile loop trail located within Pedernales Falls State Park between Dripping Springs and Johnson, City, Texas. The trail head is located near the campgrounds and parking can be found near the bathrooms. It is an easy trail with a very slight descent. The trail its...Read more -
Leander, Texas
Hike the Cactus Rocks Trail
2.01.01 mi / 177 ft gainThe Cactus Rocks Trail is located in Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge near Leander, Texas. The trail is a 1 mile loop perfect for kids, hikers, trail runners, and birding expeditions (watch for the golden-cheeked warbler, an endangered species). You will see a variety of naturally oc...Read more -
Johnson City, Texas
Hike the Wolf Mountain Trail
7.4 mi / 416 ft gainThe Wolf Mountain Trail is a 7.2 mile loop hike within Pedernales Falls State Park, right outside of Johnson City, Texas. The trail is pretty wide and great for all sorts of exercising and social distancing. The trail is relatively moderate and well maintained. There is little shade but it is st...Read more -
Johnson City, Texas
Hike Juniper Spring Via Wolf Mountain And Juniper Ridge
8.4 mi / 462 ft gainJuniper Spring via Wolf Mountain and Juniper Ridge is a 8.4 mile loop hike within Pedernales Falls State Park, right outside of Johnson City, Texas. This trail is moderately trafficked. The trail is pretty wide and great for all sorts of exercising and social distancing. The trail is relatively ...Read more -
Johnson City, Texas
Hike Wolf Mountain And Juniper Ridge Trail Loop
11.2 mi / 472 ft gainWolf Mountain and Juniper Ridge Trail Loop is a 11.2 mile loop hike within Pedernales Falls State Park, right outside of Johnson City, Texas. The trail is pretty wide and great for all sorts of exercising and social distancing. The trail is relatively moderate and well maintained. There is littl...Read more
Top Activities
Camping and Lodging in Spicewood
Leander, Texas
Leander / NW Austin KOA Holiday
This award-winning campground is located just north of Austin on the edge of Texas Hill Country, near trails, beautiful lakes and wildlif...
Liberty Hill, Texas
Tejas Park
Overview
Tejas Park sits on the south side of Georgetown Lake in the Hill Country of Texas, about 25 miles north of Austin. Tejas park ...
Wimberley, Texas
Postcard Cabins Hill Country
Tucked away in Wimberley, TX, these tiny cabins are near wooded walks, a natural swimming hole, and Old Baldy offering stunning views fro...
From $99 / night
Georgetown, Texas
Russell Park
Overview
Russell Park is located on the west side of Georgetown Lake, in the Texas Hill Country approximately 25 miles north of Austin. V...
Georgetown, Texas
Jim Hogg Park
Overview
Jim Hogg Park sits on the north side of Georgetown Lake in the Hill Country of Texas, about 25 miles north of Austin. Recreation...
Georgetown, Texas
Cedar Breaks Park
Overview
Cedar Breaks Park sits on the south side of Georgetown Lake in the Hill Country of Texas, about 25 miles north of Austin. Recrea...