With a resort-style pool, playscapes, ponds and trails right in their backyard, Bryson residents don’t have to go far for summer fun. That doesn’t mean they don’t take advantage of all the great summer activities to be found nearby. Take a look at some of our favorite places to play.
Wet and Wild
Southwest Williamson County Regional Park
3005 CR 175
Leander, TX 78641
10 a.m-7 p.m. daily
$2 cash only
Splash through fountains and sprinklers. Shoot at each other with water cannons. Run through the waterfall. There’s also a little slide, a mini climbing wall, a sandbox and plenty of picnic tables.
Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark
16107 FM 2769
Leander, TX 78641
$12.99-$19.99 depending on day and height
Lake Travis is the place to be in the summer and this boutique waterpark offers four slide attractions, a private beach and swim area, two pools, a pool and beachside bar for adults, indoor and outdoor dining, bungalows for overnight stays and more.
14529 Pocohontas Trail
Leander, TX 78641
All day
$54 per person
Challenge yourself with a 600-foot obstacle course track in the water! Your ticket includes a scenic boat ride, the course, unlimited use of four stand-alone obstacles and beach games in the Aqua Park area. Complimentary saddle floats, drink coolers, lockers, resort style chaise loungers and umbrellas, hammocks and more.
18500 TX-130 North Service Road
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Hours vary
$20-$29.99
Plan the ultimate adventure at the ultimate water park! Enjoy surf simulators, water slides, splash pads, a lazy river and more along with food, fun and sun.
Perfect Parks
1807 Waterfall Ave
Leander, TX 78641
Open daily
Free
Fish, picnic, kayak and more at this 45-acre regional park which also offers barbecue grills, a playground and trails.
Benbrook Ranch Park and Disc Golf Course
1100 Halsey Drive
Leander, TX 78641
Open daily
Free
Get in some batting practice and let those frisbees fly at this 46-acre park. Or bring your bikes and ride the trails, grill some hot dogs and enjoy family time.
3400 Brushy Creek Road
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Open daily
Free
Six Cedar Creek parks can be found along this trail system that is accessible to walkers, joggers and cyclists. Together, they have a collaboration of splash pads, swimming areas, climbing rocks, fishing docks, canoeing and kayaking, restrooms and multiple picnic and pavilion areas.
6450 RM 2243
Georgetown, TX 78628
Open daily
$5 resident/$10 non-resident up to two people. Additional person $2. Free for ages 3 and under.
Play all day at this former 525-acre ranch that boasts a playground, a splash pad, a dog park, an equestrian arena, fishing ponds, the Garey House event facility, pavilions, picnic shelters, and more than seven miles of hiking and equestrian trails.
2100 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78746
Open daily
Free
Planning a trip to Austin? Make sure to visit Zilker Park, named one of the 18 Best City Parks in America by Thrillest. The park houses the famous Barton Springs pool, Zilker and hosts music festivals throughout the year.
You’ve Got to Try This
Lake Travis Zipline Adventures
14529 Pocohontas Trail
Leander, TX 78641
$125 call for reservations
Billed as the longest and fastest zipline in Texas, this Lake Travis adventure is worth the price of admission.
401 E Whitestone Blvd Suite C-100
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Sat. and Sun. Times depend on adventure booked.
Prices vary.
Ride the rails when you climb aboard the Austin Steam Train. Enjoy the firsthand experience of the historic steam era on the Bertram Flyer or Hill Country Flyer and get acquainted with the rich heart of Hill Country. Special events happen all summer including sunset and princess rides.