Laura & Sterling
Things To Do
San Marcos
Set in a greenbelt along the San Marcos River and considered the longest continuously inhabited site in North America, the historic home of Texas State University is funkier than you might expect a Texas college town to be. Breweries, restaurants, museums, arts, and lots of things to do outside—it's a destination in its own right.
Wimberley
Wimberley is a charming hill country town with a central square of restaurants, shops, and bars, and a scenic swath of waterways. It's known for its weird, wild ways and sprouting great musicians. A great place to go hunting for antiques, arts, and home decor, or to find a central Texas souvenir to wear home—boots & hats, anyone?
Roughhouse Brewing
This award-winning family brewery "focuses on executing farmhouse ales, traditional lagers and spontaneous cave-aged beers that complement the Texas backdrop—dry, crisp and refreshing." Luckily they're just a third of a mile down the road. They also serve a food menu of snacks, sandwiches, tacos, & more.
Middleton Brewing
Friendly craft brewery with a wide variety of styles on tap, including ales, lagers, IPAs and Belgian brews. They have a big roof deck & patio just one mile away at the turnoff for Oakwood Loop, and the EZ Eats food truck serves tacos, quesadillas, and more.
Blue Hole Regional Park
Blue Hole is a spring-fed pool a 10 minute drive away. Famous for its cypress trees and clear water, it's a favorite summertime swimming spot. It may not be open for swimming yet in April, but the park itself is still well worth a visit.
Jacob's Well Natural Area
This incredible spring and submerged cave was a way station for Indigenous tribes, a recreation destination for 19th century colonizers of central Texas, and remains a popular place today. It won't be open for swimming yet, but the leisurely hike around the well is even more gorgeous without swimmers.
Wimberley Zipline Adventures
With 10 ziplines covering a mile through the hills, this is one of the best ways to enjoy the local views with a shot of adrenaline.
Flying Armadillo Disc Golf Club
A family-friendly mini course and a big pro-level course make this disc golf club fun no matter your skill level.
Pioneer Town
A recreation of a frontier town featuring an old-timey ice cream parlor, arcade, Cowboy Museum, railroad, and more. A favorite for families. Day passes for river access are also available at 7A Ranch.
Calaboose African American History Museum
Museum and community center highlighting and supporting African American history and culture in Hays County.