Texas blue sky. Fresh air. Bright sunshine. Many of us call Austin home because we can spend so much of our time outdoors. So grab your loved ones, some sunscreen, good walking shoes, snacks, and plenty of water, then head out and revisit an old …
While the Barton Creek Greenbelt might be the most popular hiking spot in Austin, there’s another Greenbelt in town that provides similar opportunities to hike and splash: Bull Creek Greenbelt. Following Bull Creek, as it snakes back and forth across the Capital of Texas Highway …
One of the most popular natural treasures of Central Texas is a giant pink granite dome rising 425 feet above the ground just north of Fredericksburg. Enchanted Rock is a favorite destination for camping, hiking, day trips, rock climbing, and stargazing. So what makes it …
Hamilton Pool is a gorgeous natural gem located just a short 45-minute drive from Austin to Dripping Springs, but its breathtaking beauty makes you feel like you’re so far from home. This fascinating recreation destination features a collapsed grotto with beautiful blue-green water, surrounded by …
With so many great places to get out and stretch your legs in Austin, we’ve rounded up some nearby options from quick and easy to more ambitious. Check out our picks for nearby options below. Quick Hikes Red Bud Isle Trail Mount Bonnell Trail …
Located just 13 miles from the Capitol, McKinney Falls State Park can seem worlds away from the hustle and bustle of our growing city. This State Park offers camping, hiking, mountain and road biking, geocaching, bouldering, fishing, swimming, and picnicking. Onion Creek forms most of …
One of our editor’s go-to spots for free fun has always been the Austin Nature and Science Center (ANSC), located on the western edge of Zilker Park. It appeals to all ages from toddlers to adults, and it’s a great place to take the family …
Looking for a short hike your kids can handle? Check out Mayfield Park and Preserve. Mayfield often tops the lists of best parks in Austin with its picturesque gardens and exotic peacocks. But behind the gardens are short hiking trails perfect for exploring with small children. Here, we’ve given you a step-by-step guide to the trail so you can meander through the woods with your kids and know what to look for and expect.
The beauty and peacefulness of the Concan, Texas area never ceases to amaze us. Just over a three-hour drive from Austin, this area offers a gorgeous natural setting for hiking in the scenic Hill Country terrain, camping, stargazing, bird watching, and of course enjoying a …
Have you taken a visit to Inks Lake State Park for a splash in Devil’s Waterhole? Located about 50 miles northwest of Austin in Burnet, Texas, Inks Lake State Park is a gorgeous Hill Country gem known for camping, hiking, fishing, kayaking, picturesque sunsets, and …
Do512 Family is all about what to do in Austin with kids. We love to be out and about in Austin and are always looking for fun things to do with the family.