Austin, Texas

Written By Kelsey Ciera Drew Adventurers

McKinney Falls State Park

This itinerary is best when ubering/lyfting and walking. 

McKinney Falls State Park

Texas Capital

McKinney Falls State Park

  • Just 15 minutes from the airport and a great way to start your trip.

  • Hike from Upper Falls to the Rock Shelter Trail and continue to Lower Falls.

  • There are several other trails if you have extra time to explore.

Lady Bird Trail (≈25 min drive)

  • Right near downtown Austin, with scenic views of the skyline.

  • Walk or bike along the trail, or rent kayaks to paddle the river.

Picnic Food Trucks (≈0.6 mile walk)

Zilker Metropolitan Park

  • Depending on where you exit the trail, you can easily walk to this local favorite.

  • A fun spot to sample a variety of Austin eats.

Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Tour

  • Take an evening boat tour beneath the bridge to see the largest urban bat colony in North America.

  • Arrive before sunset to enjoy a short tour before the bats emerge, a uniquely Austin experience.

  • Slightly after dusk they will emerge by the hundreds of thousands! It is quite the spectacle.

Congress Ave Bridge Bats

Kelsey Ciera Drew Adventurers
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