Take a look outside and you will see the sun slowly adding more minutes to each day. That means that spring is just around the corner and we sure are ready for it here in Austin. Make the most of your spring season by booking a vacation getaway right here to Austin. Our travel destination features countless ways to spend your spring including some exciting outdoor activities. Take a look at the best outdoor activities in Austin this year.
The Best Outdoor Activities in Austin to Enjoy This Spring
With the weather starting to warm up here in the spring you will find more reasons to get outside and explore the parks that surround the Austin city limits. McKinney Falls State Park is one such park that is a joy to see up close. This local gem is just 13 miles away from downtown Austin, making it an easy trek to get to from our vacation rentals. McKinney Falls State Park gets its name from the flowing waterfalls that will be at their peak during the spring season. This time of year also sees more rainfall in the area that will also help out the falls for perfect viewing. When visiting you will find both upper and lower falls here in the park. Guests will also be able to explore 7 different hiking trails, with 6 of them rated easy, allowing most visitors to enjoy them. Homestead Trail is perhaps the most popular and takes roughly an hour to complete this 3.4 mile trek. The gravel path of the trail makes it easy to navigate and will take you behind the lower falls. McKinney Falls State Park is also popular for mountain biking and you will see many cyclists sharing the trail with you.
Enjoy Lady Bird Lake
The spring season is a time where you can slow things down and enjoy the simple moments together. One location you can do that outdoors is over by Lady Bird Lake. This lake is found within the Austin city limits and is the perfect for a relaxing morning or afternoon. The lake is used by locals for an area to enjoy kayaking and canoeing that makes it easy to explore the shoreline. Lady Bird Lake does not allow swimming but being on a kayak on the water will feel nice and cool. Another popular area of Lady Bird Lake is the hike and bike trail that surrounds the lake. This is a popular trail that is frequently used for jogging and biking in the morning. There is even a bridge that takes you over the lake for fun views. Time at Lady Bird Lake is always relaxing here in the spring.
Visit the Zilker Botanical Garden
The spring season is an ideal time to visit before the hot summer temps creep in later in the year. This time of year allows you to truly enjoy a visit over to the Zilker Botanical Garden. This is 28 acres of preserved beauty right here in the heart of Austin. This spacious garden takes over an hour to explore altogether. It includes different themed gardens including the Hartman Prehistoric Garnde, Taniguchi Japanese Garden, and Rose Garden all in one interconnected area. Enjoy the koi filled ponds and live oak trees that provide endless shade from the sun. Visiting the Zilker Botanical Garden is a much needed respite from the city life perfect for a spring getaway.
Go Zip Lining at Lake Travis
Austin is a great central location here in Texas that makes it easy to get to nearby attractions such as Lake Travis. A visit to Lake Travis is worthy on its own with plenty of lake fun including renting a boat out on the water or exploring the nearby trails. However, Lake Travis is also home to the longest and fastest zip line in the state of Texas. Stop by Lake Travis Zipline Adventures for fun for all ages. They offer five different zip lines with three of them being the longest and fastest courses in the state. Riding a zip line is perfect for the adrenaline junky in your family who is looking for the next adventure. Going down all five zip lines will take around an hour and a half, making the visit well worth it. All the equipment is provided and you can even swim at their private beach at Lake Travis. A visit provides you with all day access to their private property. Don’t miss out on this thrilling adventure.
Get Ready for More Spring Fun
As you can tell, there is a whole lot of fun waiting for you here in Austin this spring. Contact us to reserve one of our vacation rentals here in the area for the most comfortable stay in Austin.