You might want to consider staying overnight in this park. A beloved camping spot, this park has excellent conditions for stargazing and bonfires. With over 5 miles of coastline, this island has a lot of room for some sandy and sunny fun. You can chill on the beach, explore the unspoiled park, spot birds and do a little fishing in the bay.
For a memorable weekend break, stay at any of the drive-up primitive campsites. Add more excitement to your weekend trip by visiting Corpus Christi. From Mustang Island, you can easily and quickly reach this mid-sized town by car. Besides its exceptional seafood, the town has an array of interesting attractions, like the Texas State Aquarium. Furthermore, the park is a popular recreational spot for camping, biking, hiking and sunbathing.
Make your trip even more unforgettable by visiting the Historic Downtown Georgetown. With its beautifully preserved historic architecture, it is a fabulous and Insta-worthy place to enjoy a leisurely stroll. Padre Island is a paradise for nature lovers. Serene and untouched, the park has 70 miles of pristine coastline, prairies, dunes and tidal wind flats that teem with wildlife. Not to mention, the park has historical wonders, and is home to more than species of birds.
Padre Island is 4-hour drive from Austin. So, we recommend visitors to stay here overnight or a whole weekend. There are plenty of campsites in the area, like our favorite, the Malaquite campground.
Set within Roy G. Guerrero Park, this beach is an extraordinary and underrated attraction in Austin. Swimming is actually prohibited on this secluded beach. Getting there is an adventure in itself too, and the beach is perfect for picnics and outdoor games, like frisbee. Wear a pair of hiking shoes when visiting this beach. Dreaming of Summer days at the beach? Alert: Travis County Parks has received confirmation of the presence of algae from 10 sites around Lake Travis, including some parks.
The algae can be harmful to dogs and other animals when ingested. We strongly urge you to not allow your dog to play or eat the algae in the lake. As the name implies, this place is tucked away, making it challenging to find on Google maps.
For step-by-step instructions on how to find it, go here. At the secret beach, you can collect shells, build sand castles, skip rocks, make rock towers, discover creatures such as caterpillars or parts of creatures like old crab claws , and play catch while dipping your toes in the cool water. Off-leash dogs are common, so be aware of that if your little ones have any fears of dogs. There are no bathrooms at the beach, but there are porta-potties in the parking lot.
When we went, we packed up the car and headed out early. We brought a picnic lunch and enjoyed it on our blanket on the beach. Hours are typically 10 a. A swimming area is roped off from Lake Austin and ranges from 8 inches deep to approximately 6 feet. Water socks or shoes are recommended for sensitive feet.
There are many shaded picnic areas and BBQ grills are located around the park. No pets, glass items, or amplified sounds are allowed. For questions, reservations, or to book a party, call Both beach areas require a bit of trekking to get there from the parking lot.
Cash only. The sand is actually pea gravel, which can be hard on bare feet. During these uncertain times, please keep safety in mind and consider adding destinations to your bucket list to visit at a later date. San Gabriel Park. Austin-area beaches may not be full of salt water and sand castles, but they do have one thing that coastal beaches don't: shady oak trees.
Sure, this beach in Georgetown is really surrounded by the San Gabriel river, but its sandy shore feels just like the beaches in Florida.
The massive year-old trees will shade you from the abrasive Texas sun, and you'll feel as rejuvenated as you would after a weekend getaway in Key West. John M. You'll feel like you're swimming in the ocean at Windy Point Park. With all the boats floating on Lake Travis, the waves crash onto the shore like low tide. Grab your sunglasses and beach towel, you'll want to relax in the sun all day long. Get European and go nude! Hippie Hollow is Austin's only clothing optional beach, so if you want to strut around in your birthday suit, this is the place to go.
Only a 45 minute drive outside of the city limits sits a tropical beachside paradise.
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