This place is a hidden gem. I almost hesitate to write about it because it's so special and I want…read moreto keep it all to myself...BUT, it's so worth it and the people there are so kind...so I will put it on blast for them. A short and not to mention, beautiful drive from Austin, Cook's Canoes is out in the small town of Webberville. The canoe shop itself helps me remember why I moved to Austin in the first place (though as we all know, Austin has lost a lot of its charm along the way). Cook's has character and the folks there (Syd and crew) are so welcoming and nice. I have rented both a canoe with my boyfriend and a kayak solo this summer and both experiences were fun and relaxing. The Colorado River is peaceful and the scenery is stunning. Not to mention, you might spot a few river cows and bird friends along the way. At the end of your river trip, someone will come pick you up...so the convenience factor is definitely there! Especially since Covid, I find it important to discover things that help me feel free and safe. They practice safety protocol there including mask wearing and social distancing and are respectful as can be. I will definitely be back and you should too!

This is a great, out of the way place in Webberville. The setup looks a little odd when you get…read morethere, but Art and his team couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. The transaction was easy through Venmo, and we quickly got in the water. The kayaking was easy and almost totally secluded. It's really a beautiful setting on the Colorado River. I really enjoyed the river trip over some out-and-back kayaking we've done on Lady Bird Lake and others. We had a fantastic three hour trip down the river, and when done, Art picked us up and got us back to our car quickly. I can't wait to go back and do it again.

If you want beauty and to unspoiled nature than this is the paddle ride for you! Whether you are a…read morekayaker or a canoer it will be equally enjoyable! We had a group of 3 canoes and this does take some planning so be prepared if you plan to do it without a river tour guide. We launched in at Plum Park On the Colorado which is a Park/Camping area. Please be cautious because this is all privately owned land so you can only pull out about 15 miles down the river at the public boat ramp in a park in LaGrange! There are islands to pull off on every now and then to eat lunch or use the bathroom which is going in the wild! I can't express how beautiful this trip was but, I did post some pictures for everyone to see. The canoeing is definitely slow on some parts of the river. The water ranges from moving shallow parts to very deep completely still water so, be prepared to paddle at least half of the way. There is also some rapids that are quick but, when the water is lower (like it was on our trip) there are boulders sticking out so be ready to maneuver quickly! There were also some shallow spots on both sides of islands in the middle which required pushing on the rocks with your paddles or getting out to pull the canoe through. There is plenty of wildlife on this river so, be cautious. We encountered herds of deer that were spooked by us and ran across the river, cows in the water in the shallow parts, longhorns and bugs. There was also a huge spider in our canoe and smaller ones as well from us running through a tree on accident when the rapids took us. I would recommend steering clear of all the trees as I am not a fan of spiders and took to smashing them with my oar! Be sure to stop paddling when the water is clear and look down to see a wide variety of fish swimming and clams! I would recommend you also make sure your canoe isn't too heavy and that you have the weight distributed property. Also, remember to bring an otter box or place all your items in plastic baggies that you do not want to get wet! I would also recommend bringing a garbage bag for your cans (don't bring bottles) just in case of a tip over so you don't littler the river unintentionally. I advise river shoes because the ground on the islands is like muddy clay and you will sink and sandals will sink worse than river shoes! The thing I wish I brought was a stadium cushion with a back on it. I had a folded towel on my seat but, by the end my back was killing me from not having support and paddling for 10 hours! At the end the ramp was not under water anymore but, paddle just past it and you can use the back in boat ramp to get off the river. At the end you will be hot, dirty, buzzed and sore and say you would never do it again but, you definitely will want to after you have a few days to rest!

I visited the park yesterday to do some fishing. Beautiful little park on the banks of the…read moreColorado River. Very well maintained. Very clean. Very quiet. Great place to take the family. The Park Host was the best park host I've ever encountered hands down. Will visit again for sure!

This park is sadly under used and it's the perfect spot to stay the night and put your canoes into…read morethe water. This park/camping area is tucked away on a country road spotted with farms. Be cautious driving down the road though because there is a crazy Boston terrier that will run out in front of your car and not move; then proceed to chase your car down the street. When you pull in you will see a trailer that the guy who runs the park lives in and directly to the left there is 2 boxes. There are envelopes in one to place $5.00 in for the overnight camping or to park if you are just canoeing. On the front of the envelope is a parking pass to remove and put in your car window. There is nice flat areas with wide spaces for many tents. There is also park style grills and picnic tables scattered around. The bathroom is a bit yucky and doesn't have the flushing type toile if you know what I am saying. There is also a port a potty onsite. Be careful in the morning opening the door of the bathroom because there is plenty of mosquitoes lurking in there because the one piece of fly paper doesn't cut it. If you have 4 wheel drive there is a path down to the Colorado River to drop your canoe and coolers off. Otherwise I would just carry them down. It's not a heavily wooded campsite but it is very nicely manicured.

Thank you Scott Cameron Scuba for a great PADI Open Water Certification experience and lessons for…read moreme and my daughters - we had a great time with you and learned a ton! You made it fun every day and your communication was proactive, informative, and consistent in setting the atmosphere for great learning and alignment. Although your experience and instruction is truly excellent, I really appreciate your patience in skills and certainly the generous amount of time devoted to answering our wide variety of questions, providing context about the diving community and lifestyle, and genuinely sharing your love of diving. You have been a blessing to our family and we're looking forward to continuing our diving together. Now, I hope to get my wife and son certified so we can make more experiences as a family together! Side note: Scott only does small group private lessons and you will learn so much with personal, expert attention. He has access to and chooses the best dive locations for quality experiences. I can't imagine how a diver/student could have a better experience in South/Central Texas.

Excellent instructor who definitely goes out of his way to make sure you get the classes you need!read more

Staff emphasizes safety, kindness, good food, and God's love. Variety of new buildings and old…read morebuildings, pool, play areas, and wooded areas ....makes this a classic place for a program camping experience.

My son was going through one of those stages. He dragged his feet going to Camp Lone Star. We had…read moreto promise that if he absolutely hated it after 48 hours, we would come get him. Well, we never got that call. When picking him up the end of the session, he was dirty, sweaty, and smiling. The first thing he said was "I want to do this next year!"

This park is awesome. It's way off the road, making it very safe for kiddos. The multiple…read moreplayscapes allow for the kiddos to explore all kinds of fun things, from a small zip line to massive climbing ropes. Perfect for family picnics or birthdays. We'll be back often.

Quiet park with nice views of Colorado River & a boat dock. Looks well maintained, has picnic…read moretables& walking trail along the river

This small park sits on a hill overlooking the Colorado river right next to Highway 71. Apart from…read morea playscape and the picnic tables, the real Jewel of this park is the entrance to the Riverwalk on the Colorado river. There are three parking spaces at the park, one of them being handicapped. The paved path along the Colorado river is complete with benches and picnic tables. This would be a very peaceful walk in the woods if it were not for the noise of the traffic on Highway 71. Eventually, this trail leads to fisherman's park. Definitely a park and trail worthy of exploring. Check out the photos included below.

One of the great park along Hwy 71 to get out and stretch your legs. What I like most about this…read morepark in particular is the fact of the trails. There's a hike and bike trail that connects into a circle around the park. Both shaded and exposed. The trail to the canoe ramp is nice. The wooden desk is a bit warped, but not loose. The ladies restroom is pretty gross; filthy sink with dead bugs, prison looking toilets (no comfort), stale grey, and wood makeshift doors. I would suggest squatting to piss. I love the mini community garden hosted by Bastrop Master gardeners. Last time I stopped by here, all the plants were flourishing. Do watch your head, plenty of people play disc frisbee in the park as it's encouraged. I usually spend an hour or less strolling the park to get the blood flow moving.

This is a very spacious community park that sits less than half a mile behind the Bastrop H-E-B in…read morea nice residential area. This park has a lot going for it with such amenities as basketball court, soccer field, baseball/softball field and four outdoor Pickleball courts. You'll also find a volleyball sand court, covered picnic tables, grills, water fountain, even a smoker (requires special permission to use). There's also a play scape, swings, plenty of parking, public bathrooms, and a paved trail along the perimeter. However, the list does not end there, there's a canoe launch on the Colorado river next to the park, a scenic overlook, and a 16 hole disc golf course. This Bastrop public park is definitely worth seeking out. The only thing it's missing is a pool. 10 photos included to get you to visit.