Austin Area Sports & Recreation Options
Whether you are a fan or a participant, Austin has just what you need to get your sports fix. UT athletics, top golf courses, jogging trails and more await sports-minded visitors.
Austin Marathon
Held in the Capitol City, the AT&T Austin Marathon is one of the most scenic races in Texas, with nearly half the course being run along Town Lake and the Colorado River. The rolling hills of Austin also make this one of the more challenging races offered in the Lone Star State.
Held in the Capitol City, the AT&T Austin Marathon is one of the most scenic races in Texas, with nearly half the course being run along Town Lake and the Colorado River. The rolling hills of Austin also make this one of the more challenging races offered in the Lone Star State.
3M Half Marathon and Relay
The 3M Half Marathon and Relay, held each January in Austin, is one of the country's top half marathon events. The 13.1-mile course follows a mostly downhill route through Austin and includes a two-leg relay and 50-yard non-competitive Kids Fun Run for children ages 10 and under.
The 3M Half Marathon and Relay, held each January in Austin, is one of the country's top half marathon events. The 13.1-mile course follows a mostly downhill route through Austin and includes a two-leg relay and 50-yard non-competitive Kids Fun Run for children ages 10 and under.
University of Texas Athletic Events
Information on Longhorn athletic teams, as well as team schedules and ticket information for all UT sports.
Information on Longhorn athletic teams, as well as team schedules and ticket information for all UT sports.
Austin Area Golf Courses
A full listing of Austin area golf courses, complete with contact numbers and addresses.
A full listing of Austin area golf courses, complete with contact numbers and addresses.
Ice Bats Hockey
If you are a hockey fan and find yourself visiting Austin, don't miss a chance to catch an Ice Bats game.
If you are a hockey fan and find yourself visiting Austin, don't miss a chance to catch an Ice Bats game.
Round Rock Express Baseball
A Triple-A affiliate of the Houston Astros, the Express play their home games in nearby Round Rock.
A Triple-A affiliate of the Houston Astros, the Express play their home games in nearby Round Rock.
Barton Springs Swimming Hole
Located in Austin's famed Zilker Park, Barton Springs was formed when Barton Creek was dammed. Since its inception, Barton Springs has become one of the most popular swimming holes in the state.
Located in Austin's famed Zilker Park, Barton Springs was formed when Barton Creek was dammed. Since its inception, Barton Springs has become one of the most popular swimming holes in the state.
Austin Yacht Club
Based on Lake Travis and tracing its roots back to 1951, the Austin Yacht Club offers a variety of activities for boaters of all types.
Based on Lake Travis and tracing its roots back to 1951, the Austin Yacht Club offers a variety of activities for boaters of all types.
AT&T Austin Marathon
Held in the Capitol City, the AT&T Austin Marathon is one of the most scenic races in Texas, with nearly half the course being run along Town Lake and the Colorado River. The rolling hills of Austin also make this one of the more challenging races offered in the Lone Star State.
Held in the Capitol City, the AT&T Austin Marathon is one of the most scenic races in Texas, with nearly half the course being run along Town Lake and the Colorado River. The rolling hills of Austin also make this one of the more challenging races offered in the Lone Star State.
Barton Creek Resort Golf Club
Located in the rolling hills of Austin, Barton Creek Resort offers two of the top ranked golf courses in Texas.
Located in the rolling hills of Austin, Barton Creek Resort offers two of the top ranked golf courses in Texas.
Golf Club at Horseshoe Bay Resort
Located on the shores of Lake LBJ, Horseshoe Bay Resorts offers all a golfer could want, including three courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Located on the shores of Lake LBJ, Horseshoe Bay Resorts offers all a golfer could want, including three courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Austin Boat Show
The Austin area sees three major boat shows annually, two indoor plus the "on-the-water" show on Lake Travis.
The Austin area sees three major boat shows annually, two indoor plus the "on-the-water" show on Lake Travis.
Just For Fun Watercraft Rentals
Just For Fun Watercraft Rentals offers water sport enthusiasts everything from pontoon boats to waverunners for rent by the hour or by the day. With locations in Austin (Lake Travis), Houston (Lake Conroe), and Dallas (Lake Grapevine, Lake Lewisville), Just For Fun serves some of the most popular recreation boating locations in Texas.
Just For Fun Watercraft Rentals offers water sport enthusiasts everything from pontoon boats to waverunners for rent by the hour or by the day. With locations in Austin (Lake Travis), Houston (Lake Conroe), and Dallas (Lake Grapevine, Lake Lewisville), Just For Fun serves some of the most popular recreation boating locations in Texas.
Lake Buchanan Adventures
Located in the scenic Texas Hill Country, Lake Buchanan Adventures offers a wide variety of activities, including kayaking, hiking, camping and more, which are geared to excite outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.
Located in the scenic Texas Hill Country, Lake Buchanan Adventures offers a wide variety of activities, including kayaking, hiking, camping and more, which are geared to excite outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.
Krause Springs
Located a short distance outside of Austin, Krause Springs is located near the headwaters of Cypress Creek. Krause Springs encompasses two large swimming holes and numerous campsites.
Located a short distance outside of Austin, Krause Springs is located near the headwaters of Cypress Creek. Krause Springs encompasses two large swimming holes and numerous campsites.
Hamilton Pool Preserve
One of Austin's favorite spots to cool off, Hamilton Pool is a 200+ acre hole in Hamilton Creek. The hole was formed years ago when a cave below the creek collapsed and filled with water.
One of Austin's favorite spots to cool off, Hamilton Pool is a 200+ acre hole in Hamilton Creek. The hole was formed years ago when a cave below the creek collapsed and filled with water.
Lake Travis
Created in 1941, Lake Travis is over 60 miles long, winding through the scenic Texas Hill Country. Lake Travis' clear waters, scenic surroundings and close proximity to Austin have made it one of the most popular lakes for recreational boaters.
Created in 1941, Lake Travis is over 60 miles long, winding through the scenic Texas Hill Country. Lake Travis' clear waters, scenic surroundings and close proximity to Austin have made it one of the most popular lakes for recreational boaters.
Colorado Bend State Park
Located on the Colorado River above Lake Buchanan, Colorado Bend State Park offers visitors some of the best river swimming in the state, as well as hiking, camping, fishing, birding and mountain biking.
Located on the Colorado River above Lake Buchanan, Colorado Bend State Park offers visitors some of the best river swimming in the state, as well as hiking, camping, fishing, birding and mountain biking.
Keep Austin Weird 5k
The Keep Austin Weird 5k offers both a certified and timed race as well as a "fun run." In addition to the 5k, the day also includes a music fest at Auditorium Shores.
The Keep Austin Weird 5k offers both a certified and timed race as well as a "fun run." In addition to the 5k, the day also includes a music fest at Auditorium Shores.
Colorado River 100 Canoe Marathon
Beginning in Bastrop and finishing in Columbus, the Colorado River 100 Canoe Marathon attracts paddlers and adventure racers from across the country.
Beginning in Bastrop and finishing in Columbus, the Colorado River 100 Canoe Marathon attracts paddlers and adventure racers from across the country.
3M Half Marathon and Relay
The 3M Half Marathon and Relay is one of Austin's largest road racing events. This 13.1 mile course follows a mostly downhill route through Austin and includes a two-leg relay and 50-yard non-competitive Kids Fun Run for children ages 10 and under.
The 3M Half Marathon and Relay is one of Austin's largest road racing events. This 13.1 mile course follows a mostly downhill route through Austin and includes a two-leg relay and 50-yard non-competitive Kids Fun Run for children ages 10 and under.