Outdoors
Lakes, rivers and beaches near Georgetown where swimming is allowed on public land.
Good to know: Most natural swimming areas have no lifeguard; check water-quality advisories and current conditions before swimming.
4 mi west · US Army Corps of Engineers
Russell Park is located on the west side of Georgetown Lake, in the Texas Hill Country approximately 25 miles north of Austin. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the San Gabriel River Trail.
18 mi east · US Army Corps of Engineers
Willis Creek is the ideal place for campers looking for a variety of accommodations. A group campground and five equestrian sites are available, in addition to a row of standard camping sites.
20 mi east · US Army Corps of Engineers
Taylor Campground, on the banks of Granger Lake, is an excellent lakeside destination for families of all ages. The park pleases nature lovers with its hiking trail and water skiers with its easily accessible boat dock.
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Russell Park is located on the west side of Georgetown Lake, in the Texas Hill Country approximately 25 miles north of Austin. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the San Gabriel River Trail.
Willis Creek is the ideal place for campers looking for a variety of accommodations. A group campground and five equestrian sites are available, in addition to a row of standard camping sites.
Taylor Campground, on the banks of Granger Lake, is an excellent lakeside destination for families of all ages. The park pleases nature lovers with its hiking trail and water skiers with its easily accessible boat dock.
Wilson H. Fox Park attracts a variety of campers looking for a fun-filled escape. In springtime, the campground is a colorful place covered in a blanket of wildflowers.
Dana Peak Campground is located on a peninsula on the shoreline of Stillhouse Hollow Lake in central Texas.
Stillhouse Park is a day use area that has two reservable group pavilions along the shore of Stillhouse Hollow Lake in central Texas.
Westcliff Park is a day-use area and campground located on the southwestern shore of Belton Lake.
Temples Lake Park is a day-use facility with over 60 picnic sites and one reservable group area on the southern shore of Belton Lake.
Cedar Ridge Park campground is located on the Northern side of Belton Lake. This year-round campground accommodates both tents and RVs and has several sites with screened shelters for those who do not have camping equipment.
Winkler Park is a small, primitive campground on the northern shore of Belton Lake in Central Texas.
Potters Creek Park is situated on the northern shore of Canyon Lake in the rolling hill country of South Central Texas. Cool breezes off the lake create a pleasant environment for relaxing in this scenic area.
Midway Park is ideal for families and friends to enjoy sightseeing and water activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.
Twin Bridges, located on one of Waco Lake's sandy beaches, is ideal for families and friends to enjoy picnicking, sightseeing and water activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.
Navarro Mills Lake holds the state record white crappie at 4lbs 9 ounces.
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Georgetown. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
The state tourism office suggests a day of coffee, downtown murals, shops around the square, Blue Hole Park and a local winery. A Short shared by Travel Texas.
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
A short walk through the lit passages of Inner Space Cavern, the show cave beside I-35 in Georgetown. A Short shared by Hubert Campbell Travels.
Watch on YouTube ↗Russell Park (US Army Corps of Engineers), about 4 miles west of Georgetown as the crow flies. Next are Willis Creek (18 mi) and Taylor (20 mi).
Based on Georgetown’s average highs, April–October. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Federal agencies including US Army Corps of Engineers. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.