Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Swim Spots to Book Ahead

Summer will be here before we know it, so here’s your reminder to book your family’s favorite local swim spots ahead!  When the weather gets hot in Austin, these swim spots book up quickly.  Luckily, there are so many choices you’re bound to find the …

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Visiting Hamilton Pool Preserve

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 …

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Swimming in Wimberley’s Blue Hole Regional Park

Blue Hole Regional Park is home to one of our most popular local swimming holes and is just a short 40-minute drive south of Austin in the charming town of Wimberley. Cool off in the refreshing, spring-fed waters in the shade of giant cypress trees …

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Devil’s Waterhole at Inks Lake State Park

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 …

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Do512 Family Park Spotlight: Blanco State Park

Here at Do512 Family, we just love Texas State Parks, and we’re grateful for so many within a day trip from Austin! During one of our weekend park adventures, we took the kids to Blanco State Park to picnic, swim, float, play, and enjoy a …

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2019 – What Pools Are Still Open in Austin?

Back to school means many of our City of Austin pools have closed for the 2019 summer season. But it’s still ridiculously hot outside, and we want to swim! Where to go? There are still some wonderful places for you to go take a dip …

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Learning in Austin: Nature Preserves

Go Learning in Austin – Find out details on some of the best nature preserves in Austin like trail descriptions and popular features.