11 Things to Do Near Lake Travis Around The Canyon Club
Owning a home at The Canyon Club on Lake Travis means more than a private shoreline, it’s a gateway to some of the Hill Country’s most celebrated experiences. Within 30 to 45 minutes, you’ll find natural wonders, wineries, and restaurants that make the area one of the state’s most desirable second-home destinations.
Here are eleven ways to spend your days in and around The Canyon Club.
1. Live the Lake Life
Step outside and you’re on Lake Travis, where boating, paddleboarding, jet skiing, and fishing are part of the daily rhythm. For those seeking adrenaline, our concierge can arrange wakeboarding, wakesurfing, and waterskiing on glassy morning water.
2. Sunset Cruises & Happy Hour on the Water
Few experiences rival an evening cruise as the sun dips behind the hills. Charter a private boat, uncork a bottle of wine, and toast to the horizon — an effortless way to turn a simple evening into a tradition.
3. Natural Springs & Swimming Holes
Minutes away, Krause Springs offers spring-fed swimming shaded by giant cypress trees, while Hamilton Pool Preserve and Pedernales Falls State Park bring dramatic waterfalls and limestone grottos into easy reach.
4. Hike, Bike & Explore
The Hill Country’s rugged beauty comes alive on its trails. Birdwatch at Balcones Canyonlands, mountain bike at Muleshoe Bend, or set out on scenic cycling routes through Spicewood and Marble Falls.
5. Golf with a View
Challenge yourself at Lakecliff on Lake Travis, an Arnold Palmer-designed course with sweeping lake views, or head to Horseshoe Bay Resort for championship layouts including Slick Rock, Apple Rock, and Ram Rock.
6. Adventures Above & Below
For climbers, Reimers Ranch offers premier limestone routes; thrill-seekers can take to the skies on Lake Travis Zipline Adventures. Beneath the surface, Windy Point Park is a favorite scuba site, with underwater structures and training courses.
7. Texas Wine Trail & Hill Country Tastings
The Canyon Club sits at the edge of the famed Texas Wine Trail, home to more than 50 celebrated wineries. Local standouts include Spicewood Vineyards, Fall Creek Vineyards, and Stone House Vineyard, each offering tastings, vineyard views, and private events.
8. Breweries & Distilleries with a Hill Country Twist
From Frontyard Brewing’s craft beer garden to Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery’s small-batch spirits and live music, Spicewood’s growing craft scene offers the perfect laid-back counterpart to vineyard days.
9. Texas Dining Icons
The local dining scene is both casual and legendary. Opie’s BBQ is a rite of passage, Angel’s Icehouse is beloved for live music under the oaks, and Marble Falls offers charming bistros and cafés just 20 minutes away.
10. Day Trips & Cultural Escapes
When you crave a change of pace, Marble Falls offers small-town charm and boutiques, Dripping Springs is the “Gateway to the Hill Country” with distilleries and wedding venues, and Austin delivers world-class dining, music, and culture in under an hour.
11. Stay In & Stay Active at The Canyon Club
When you’d rather stay close, The Canyon Club offers a complete Lake Travis resort lifestyle just steps from your door. Spend mornings boating, paddleboarding, or fishing; challenge friends on the pickleball and tennis courts or the golf simulator; join a yoga class, book a massage, or enjoy wine tastings through exclusive memberships. Dedicated concierge services can arrange private events or curated outings, while evenings flow into lakeside dining, fire pits, and social gatherings — all just steps from home.
The takeaway: Beyond its private shoreline, The Canyon Club opens the door to Lake Travis adventures, Spicewood charm, and the renowned Texas Wine Trail. Whether you’re paddleboarding at dawn, wine tasting by afternoon, or enjoying a sunset cruise, this corner of Texas delivers a lifestyle as rich as the landscape itself.
to fınd out more or schedule a private site tour, contact us at info@canyonclub.com or (737) 242-7206.