The Overlook Cottage guide
Water activities
Canyon Beach
Canyon Park RoadBeach it at the Lake!
Cranes Mill Marina
16440 Cranes Mill RoadA good spot to rent a boat or jet-ski
River Sports Tube
12034 FM306Float the river here!
Schlitterbahn Waterpark New Braunfels
400 N Liberty AveSlide down to Schlitter for a day
Overlook Park
601 Coe RdA free place to swim
Zoo
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
26515 Natural Bridge Caverns RdFeed wild animals from your car
The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country
4831 FM2673See real dinosaur prints!
Food scene
Modest local winery. It is small (and outdoors) but a nice setting/experience.
17 locals recommend
Pontita Vineyard and Winery
11490 Rebecca Creek RdModest local winery. It is small (and outdoors) but a nice setting/experience.
Baja BBQ Shack
280 MarinaGreat eats, great views, close to "the beach"
Gennaro's Trattoria
10018 Startz RdAuthentic Italian dining
Kafekali & Bakery
3434 Farm to Market Road 2673Amazing sweets and morning beverages
Sightseeing
River Road
River RoadCruise down this strip for beautiful scenery of the Guadalupe River
Hike to the overlook points, see geological wonders, fossils and dinosaur tracks
46 locals recommend
Canyon Lake Gorge Tour
Hike to the overlook points, see geological wonders, fossils and dinosaur tracks
Madrone Trail
Canyon Park RoadHike or ride your mountain bike w/ lake views and lake access
Music scene
Whitewater Amphitheater
11860 FM306Sometimes there are cool concerts here
Specialty drinks, infused vodka, full liquor, beer, and a Dam Good Time!
33 locals recommend
Dam Red Barn
16520 South Access RoadSpecialty drinks, infused vodka, full liquor, beer, and a Dam Good Time!
River Rose Tavern
145 FM2673"Homey, cozy and decorated so cute."