Austin suburbs are definitely among some of the greatest places to raise a family! From Round Rock, to Leander, Pflugerville, Georgetown, Bee Cave, and Kyle to name a few, the greater Austin metro area includes some amazing, award-winning small towns and fantastic neighborhoods full of kid-friendly amenities. We are thrilled to debut a new series that spotlights Austin’s surrounding areas, and we’re kicking this off with the great city of Pflugerville!
Our Do512 Family Field Expert Amber Martinez-Vasquez, known on social media as Amber Takes Austin, shares her top 5 favorite things about family life in Pflugerville:
— Lake Pflugerville Park
Get some amazing views and sand between your toes at Lake Pflugerville Park! Lake Pflugerville offers a beach area and pavilion, playground, boat launch, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, and a 3-mile trail/loop.
Lake Pflugerville, photo by Jay-Ahr Photography
— Duck Donuts
Duck Donuts in Pflugerville is the only location in the Greater Austin area to get your hands on these delectable treats. Browse their unique menu and take home a variety of their one-of-a kind donuts. My favorite is “The Boardwalk” – Oreo crumbles, powdered sugar, & vanilla drizzle!
Yum, Duck Donuts! Photo by The Mimosa Mom
— Wilbarger Creek Park
Highland Park’s newest addition to the neighborhood is Wilbarger Creek Park, located off of Craters of the Moon Blvd and Kingston Lacy Ave. This park is complete with multiple playscapes, a berm outfitted with artificial grass, and a walking trail with exercise equipment throughout. This is our family’s favorite neighborhood park – we are here almost every weekend!
Photo by The Mimosa Mom
— Spare Time Texas
Spare Time Texas is an event venue with a full bowling alley, laser tag, arcade, and Shaker’s Restaurant and Bar. Being a short drive from the house, this is our go-to spot for indoor, socially-distant fun – and some of the best made in-house pizza around! Spare Time has daily specials, making it an affordable and fun option for a family outing, date night, or a day out with friends – any day of the week!
Photo by The Mimosa Mom
— P. Terry’s Burger Stand
It’s official – Pflugerville now has our own P.Terry’s! The newly-opened location is located across Stonehill Shopping Center, near Costco. Not only does this bring P.Terry’s all-natural burgers and hand-cut fries to Pflugerville residents, but makes it easier for surrounding areas to get their hands on this local Austin staple.
Photo by The Mimosa Mom
About Our Family Field Expert: Amber Martinez-Vasquez
With a rich appreciation for our city, Amber shares “all-things” Austin and more on her social platform and blog, Amber Takes Austin. She is an advocate for self-care, supporting local, and encouraging her audience to get out, explore, and create memories with their families. You can catch Amber attending Camp Gladiator, getting fresh air and sunshine at Vic Mathias Shores or Lake Pflugerville, or on her couch watching Hallmark Channel.
