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    • 9.2
      Park
      3800 Mount Bonnell Rd, Austin
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      • Sofia P.

        Sofia P. • February 18, 2019Come at sunset for a beautiful view of the river.

    • 8.5
      Park
      7301 Spicewood Springs Rd., Austin
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      • Jonathon T.

        Jonathon T. • January 24Beautiful forest trails, and a really pretty river area. Just be careful if it rained recently. The trails got a little flooded out in places.

    • 9.5
      Park
      2168 Lou Neff Rd, Austin
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      • Vanessa A.

        Vanessa A. • April 23, 2017Great Austin skyline view. Beautiful Colorado River alongside the running trail.

    • 8.0
      Hotel
      208 Barton Springs, Austin
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      • Nick M.

        Nick M. • March 10Lovely view of the river. Get out on that trail!

    • 9.4
      Lake
      Lady Bird Lake Trail (West Riverside Drive), Austin
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      • AFAR Media

        AFAR Media • February 27, 2015You can't swim in the water, but the left fork (heading west) in the river will take you to Barton Springs Pool, a popular Austin hangout, and you can splash in the water to your heart's delight.

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      River
      4701 Red Bluff Rd Ste C (E Cesar Chavez ST), Austin
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      • Mandeno

        Mandeno • August 11, 2012This part of the river is absolutely beeee-yoootiful! Smells so wonderfully natural & clean. Best part of the river is after the dam. 12 miler is def worth it! Great outfitter!

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      River
      (Congress Ave Bridge), Austin
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      • JUAN

        JUAN • January 29, 2012Great place to throw out a line and feel the breeze.

    • 9.5
      Trail
      Lady Bird Lake (Western Bank), Austin
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      • Millie J.

        Millie J. • April 18, 2018Nice, leisurely stroll along the river. Lots of turtles and birds. Places to sit and rest. Shady and sandy walkway. No big hills and some landmarks to see.

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      River
      (FM 973), Dell Valle
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      River
      Austin
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      Austin
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      River
      Austin
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      River
      Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, Austin
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      12300 River band, Austin
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      River
      4701 Red Bluff Rd, Austin
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      • Denise C.

        Denise C. • September 8, 2013The float itself wasn't awful, but the area where the shuttle picks you up is way littered. There was an exploded diaper and table. Probably won't be back.

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      River
      Austin
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      • Denise L.

        Denise L. • July 25, 2014Friendly and super helpful staff. The membership is totally worth it!

    • 8.7
      Scenic Lookout
      898 W Riverside Dr., Austin
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      • Eric A.

        Eric A. • February 21, 2013Great spot to take photos of the river and downtown. Careful, might be windy up here!

    • 8.7
      Hotel
      1609 E Cesar Chavez St (btwn Comal & Chalmers), Austin
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      • Hudson Sutler

        Hudson Sutler • July 19, 2017The 7-room Heywood Hotel is a homerun. E Cesar is a stones throw from the best East Austin spots, Rainey and Downtown are minutes away and you can easily shoot south of the river in no time.

    • 8.8
      HotelView Prices
      98 San Jacinto Blvd (at E Cesar Chavez St), Austin
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      • Chris V.

        Chris V. • March 29, 2015Really great setup for conference rooms and a great outdoor area by the river

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      River
      1620 E Riverside Dr, Austin
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      • Stephen J.

        Stephen J. • August 27, 2011Love to watch the sun come up from here.

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      Other Outdoors
      Homedale Dr (at Barton Hills Dr), Austin
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      • Annette V.

        Annette V. • July 11, 2012My favorite weekend spot,water or not ,it's always fun!

    • 8.3
      Bridge
      1 Congress Ave (over Colorado River), Austin
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      • chris m.

        chris m. • March 19, 2012The bats fly leave the bridge flying east. Best place (other then on boat) is the South East side of the river down on the grassy area by the bike path

    • 7.5
      Scenic Lookout
      Austin
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      • Noah

        Noah • March 12, 2010Great view of the crew teams rowing on the river.

    • 8.9
      Mountain
      3800 Mount Bonnell Drive, Austin
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      • Sarah H.

        Sarah H. • November 5, 2018The highest point in Austin is a surprisingly easy hike. If you are feeling adventurous this is a short drive from downtown, and has a spectacular view of the Colorado River!

    • 8.5
      BBQ$$$$
      5204 Ranch Road 2222 (Loop 360), Austin
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      • Anastasiia ..

        Anastasiia .. • May 30, 2016The tables outside are amazing, so nice to be outside and see river and fish around. For my taste food was ok. I liked sausage with baked potatoes and beens.

    • 9.4
      Pool
      2101 Barton Springs Rd (at William Barton Dr), Austin
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      • Peter S.

        Peter S. • September 6, 2013Bring water shoes so you can walk in the river bottom more easily.

    • 8.5
      Mexican$$$$
      3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin
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      • Henry G.

        Henry G. • March 11, 2013Watching the sun set over the river, eating amazing fajitas... it doesn't get better.

    • 7.5
      Pizza$$$$View Menu
      718 Red River St (E. 8th Street), Austin
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      • Jennifer

        Jennifer • October 12, 2011Pizza's good, but the soda selection is one of the best in town. My favorite late-night spot on Red River.

    • 7.0
      Hotel
      20 N Interstate 35 (btwn Holly St & Lady Bird Lake), Austin
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      • ℳ𝒶𝓎♍

        ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • October 30, 2015Old hotel but revamped right on the Colorado River and a short 10mins walk to Downtown Austin and 5mins from the famous Bat Bridge with great views. Staff was knowledgeable and helpful  

    • 8.9
      Rock Club$$$$View Prices
      912 Red River St (at E 10th St.), Austin
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      • RCRD LBL

        RCRD LBL • March 8, 2011The balcony is where it's at for the best stage views - and the best company. Plus, you can keep your finger on the Red River pulse without missing a beat from the talent.

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