Things to do in Spicewood, Texas

Krause Springs

Krause Springs is a well-known camping & swimming site located in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas. It is located in Spicewood, Texas approximately 30 miles west of Austin. The 115 acre property is listed on the National Registry of Historical Sites and has been privately owned by the Krause Family for over 50 years.

Krause Springs has many natural sites to explore. There are 32 springs on the property, and several feed the manmade pool and the natural pool which flows into Lake Travis. It’s a refreshing treat to swim in the Springs during the hot summers of Texas! If camping is in your plans, there is primitive tent camping as well as 24 RV sites with water and electricity available. Guests are also welcome to relax and to stroll through the Butterfly Gardens; take time to listen to the music of the wind chimes and the fountains during your visit!

404 Krause Springs Road

Spicewood, TX

830-693-4181

Pedernales State Park

Flowing over and around huge slabs of limestone, the Pedernales River can be turbulent. But most often it is tranquil, and a great place to relax and recharge. We are just 30 miles west of Austin. Come over for an afternoon swim or hike, or load up your gear for an overnight adventure. The river awaits!

2585 Park Road 6026

Johnson City, TX 78636

512-389-8900

Pace Bend Park

Lake recreation, cliff trails, camping, mountain biking & climbing, plus sports fields & courts.

2011 Pace Bend Rd N

Spicewood, TX 78669

512-264-1482

Hamilton Pool Preserve

Hamilton Pool Preserve is a natural pool that was created when the dome of an underground river collapsed to due massive erosion thousands of years ago. 

24300 Hamilton Pool Rd.

Dripping Spgs, TX 78620

512-264-2740

Grelle Recreation Area

276-acre park is wrapped around an isolation cove on the south shore of Lake Travis. Seven miles of wooded trails ideal for horseback riding and hiking. Campsites are primitive with picnic tables and grills.

640 County Road 412

Spicewood, TX 78669-3314

512-473-3366

Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area

Four minutes down the road from FSR, Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area’s 9.8 -mile mountain bike trail is just one of its recreational opportunities. Riders of all experience levels can enjoy the trail. In the spring, Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area in Spicewood is one of the premiere places to bask in the beauty of Texas bluebonnets. Kayak and Stand up Paddle board rentals available Thus-Sun.

2820 County Rd 414

Spicewood, TX 78669

512-473-3366

Cypress Valley Canopy Tours

CYPRESS VALLEY CANOPY TOUR includes 5 ziplines, 2 sky bridges, and a rappel and lasts from 90 minutes to 2 hours. The longest line is over 350 feet and most launch and land in platforms up to 40 feet high in the trees. 

1223 Paleface Ranch Rd S

Spicewood, TX 78669-1392

512-264-8880

Elephant Adventure

(ADVANCED RESERVATION REQUIRE

The Preserve Elephant Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime 1.5-hour interactive experience that allows you to fully immerse yourself with these amazing creatures as well as gain an understanding of the need for elephant conservation.

NOTE: This is an elephant preserve and is sometimes unsettling to others. We are in no way promoting this type of habitat, only letting you know about it as we have all of our local activities and flare.

650 Double Horn Road

Fredericksburg, TX 78624

830-992-0373

Horseback Riding – Hill Country Trail Rides

Heather, your guide, will set you up with a beautiful, scenic trail ride through Muleshoe Bend Park which is on Lake Travis and only a few miles from our ranch.

$100 per a horse with a 2 horse minimum for a ride up to 2 hours, anything over 2 hours is $50 per horse.

NOTE: A 24 Hour Advanced Notice is Appreciated

Contact Heather Sanders: 512-740-6525