Looking for some awesome Austin outdoor activities to get you outside during COVID? Check out these 13 ideas for Outdoor Activities in Austin:
Austin Outdoor Activities To Do During COVID
Austin Hiking + Walking Trails
One of the things I love most about Austin is how many walking/hiking trails there are around the city! Walking around Lady Bird Lake is my personal fave. The Green Belt is also another great choice!
For some of the best hiking trails in Austin, check out this article.
Swimming Holes - Outdoor Activities in Austin
Austin summers are HOT. Fortunately, we have quite a few amazing swimming holes in the area! These are some of my faves in Austin:
These swimming holes are located a little outside of Austin, but all less than an hour drive — makes for a great Austin day trip:
- Hamilton Pool
- McKinney Falls
- Krause Springs
- Wimberley Blue Hole – my favorite, pictured below!
NOTE: Most are requiring reservations in advance. Some are even temporarily closed, so always be sure to check their website before planning a visit.
Go Camping in the great Austin Outdoors!
Camping is the ultimate outdoor activity! Austin has lots of great camping sites nearby, so pack your bags and check some out.
Not into camping? Check out these awesome Glamping spots near Austin instead!
Bike Riding
Biking in Austin is super popular! Whether you bike through the city or on a trail, it’s a great way to get some exercise outside.
If you don’t have a bike, you can always join a tour or rent one:
Paddleboarding + Kayaking on Lady Bird Lake - one of my favorite Outdoor Activities in Austin!
Paddleboarding on the lake is a great way to get outdoors while keeping a safe distance from others! There are several rental companies to choose from on Lady Bird Lake…
You also have the option to bring your own! This is a great inflatable SUP by ROC on Amazon with awesome reviews.
Rent a boat on the Lake Austin or Lake Travis
We are fortunate to have so many lakes nearby, rent a boat, and get out and enjoy them! Lake Austin has many boat rental companies with several different kinds of boats to rent (party barge, ski boat, pontoon, etc):
Lake Travis is just a short drive from downtown Austin and is another great option to enjoy a day out on the lake! Check out their rental companies here.
Check out a Drive-in Theater
This is the Drive-in Theater’s big comeback! Here are Austin area drive-in theaters:
PS – Going to a drive-in theater is also a great date night idea during COVID!
Take a Scenic Drive through Austin
If you’re like me, you enjoy the scenic drives in and around Austin. Central Texas is so beautiful, a drive is a great way to get out and explore with little effort!
Fishing
With so many lakes and rivers, there are tons of spots to fish at! Check out this article in Austin Monthly for the best fishing spots.
Visit an Austin "Pick Your Own Produce" Farm
Get outdoors and pick your own produce at a farm! The best time to pick is during the spring and fall, be sure to check the websites for the most up to date info:
Picnic in the Park
Even though most restaurants are closed right now, that doesn’t mean you can’t eat out… eat outdoors, that is 😉 Pack yourself a picnic and head to a park — plus it makes a great date night idea.
Looking for a park with playgrounds? Check out this list of 10 Fun Playgrounds in Austin.
Golfing/Putt-Putt
Golfing and Putt-Putting are good outdoorsy activities with plenty of room for social distancing! There are lots of golf courses in the Austin area. For the less serious golfers, try these places:
Drive-Thru Safari
Get wild at a drive-thru safari and zoo — its a great family friendly activity! Here are the ones in the Austin area:
Now get out there and enjoy! I hope this list of Outdoor Activities in Austin helped! Did I miss one of your faves? Let me know in the comments below or send me a DM on Instagram!
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xx Chels
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