Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Skip to footer
Back to Blog

New to Austin? Kayaking is the Fastest Way to Fall in Love with the City 💙🏙️

Just moved to Austin? Welcome! While tacos and live music are iconic, there’s no better way to truly connect with the city than from the water. Here’s why Get Up and Go Kayaking should be your first Austin adventure.

Skyline Views You Can’t Get Elsewhere

Paddling Lady Bird Lake gives you front-row seats to:

  • The postcard-perfect downtown skyline
  • The Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge (golden hour magic)
  • The Statesman Bat Observation Center (summer nights)

a group of people rowing a boat in the water

Local Secret: Our night tours make the city glow.

Hidden Gems Only Locals Know

Skip the tourist traps — kayak to these underrated spots:

  • Secret waterfalls on Barton Creek (after rain)
  • Deep Eddy Pool’s spring-fed chill zone (tie up and swim)
  • Red Bud Isle’s off-leash dog beach (pups welcome!)

Wildlife Encounters = True Texas Vibes

Spot Austin’s wild side:

  • Turtles sunbathing on logs
  • Great blue herons stalking fish
  • River otters (if you’re lucky!)

Instant “I Love ATX” Moments

Nothing beats floating under the Pennybacker Bridge at sunset or discovering a quiet cove on Lake Travis. You’ll feel like a local in no time!


First Paddle Tip: Come visit us — we’ll set you up with the best experience. Explore tour
offerings here!