Guide to Canyon Lake & Its Surroundings
Sightseeing & Adventures
Visitors to Canyon Lake love swimming in its clear, blue water. Canyon Park has a swimming beach, a marina, a boat ramp, and restaurant. Other swimming locations can also be found at Jacob’s Creek Park, Potter’s Creek, Comal Park, Cranes Mill Park and Overlook Park just 10 minutes from the house. Local tip – the swimming areas are often rocky, so swim shoes are highly recommended!
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Canyon Lake
Visitors to Canyon Lake love swimming in its clear, blue water. Canyon Park has a swimming beach, a marina, a boat ramp, and restaurant. Other swimming locations can also be found at Jacob’s Creek Park, Potter’s Creek, Comal Park, Cranes Mill Park and Overlook Park just 10 minutes from the house. Local tip – the swimming areas are often rocky, so swim shoes are highly recommended!
A beautiful spot to go for a swim or a hike just 10 minutes from the lake house. Canyon Lake Dam is nearby with a stunning view of the lake and a great place to ride bikes.
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I-Overlook Park
601 Coe RdA beautiful spot to go for a swim or a hike just 10 minutes from the lake house. Canyon Lake Dam is nearby with a stunning view of the lake and a great place to ride bikes.
Great hiking spot along the Guadalupe with views of rapids and picturesque houses. It’s not too long or strenuous so it’s a perfect hike at any age.
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Guadalupe River Trail
16510 S Access RdGreat hiking spot along the Guadalupe with views of rapids and picturesque houses. It’s not too long or strenuous so it’s a perfect hike at any age.
Hire a captained pontoon boat and take full advantage of what the lake has to offer. From sightseeing to tubing, you’re sure to have a fun filled day you’ll always remember. Ask us for a referral for our favorite captain. 👨✈️
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Canyon Lake Marina
280 MarinaHire a captained pontoon boat and take full advantage of what the lake has to offer. From sightseeing to tubing, you’re sure to have a fun filled day you’ll always remember. Ask us for a referral for our favorite captain. 👨✈️
Kayak & Stand Up Paddle Board rental and instruction center located inside Comal Park on Canyon Lake. See photo for pricing and contact info.
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Paddle Canyon Lake, Comal Park
1178 Comal Park RdKayak & Stand Up Paddle Board rental and instruction center located inside Comal Park on Canyon Lake. See photo for pricing and contact info.
River tubing is a treasured pastime in the Canyon Lake area. And you can’t get a better view of the winding banks of the Guadalupe River than from down below. There’s are many “toob” rental companies both at the intersection of 306 & 2673 and along River Road. You’ll want to book your toobs in advance as it gets pretty busy starting in April.
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Guadalupe River
River tubing is a treasured pastime in the Canyon Lake area. And you can’t get a better view of the winding banks of the Guadalupe River than from down below. There’s are many “toob” rental companies both at the intersection of 306 & 2673 and along River Road. You’ll want to book your toobs in advance as it gets pretty busy starting in April.
Camp Fimfo has a zip line and the first Alpine coaster in Texas, it’s open to the public and it’s only 8 minutes away!
Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country
Camp Fimfo has a zip line and the first Alpine coaster in Texas, it’s open to the public and it’s only 8 minutes away!
Catch a show at our open air concert venue. Past performers include Willie Nelson, Spoon, Dwight Yoakam, and The Avett Brothers to name a few.
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Whitewater Amphitheater
11860 FM306Catch a show at our open air concert venue. Past performers include Willie Nelson, Spoon, Dwight Yoakam, and The Avett Brothers to name a few.
Beautiful 10-mile scenic road between New Braunfels and Canyon Lake which follows along the Guadalupe River. There are tubing companies and places to eat along the route. Heading East make a right at the intersection of 2673 and S. Access Rd.
River Rd, Canyon Lake, TX, i-United States
Beautiful 10-mile scenic road between New Braunfels and Canyon Lake which follows along the Guadalupe River. There are tubing companies and places to eat along the route. Heading East make a right at the intersection of 2673 and S. Access Rd.
Museum located in Canyon Lake dedicated to the collection, preservation, and display of materials associated with the natural and cultural history of the Texas Hill Country, as well as the education of visitors using its collections. It has trackways, hiking trails, 200+ dinosaur prints, fossil digs, and more!
HOURS OF OPERATION
Wednesdays-Sundays
12:00 - 4:00 PM
Closed on all major holidays
ADDRESS
4831 FM 2673
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
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The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country
4831 FM2673Museum located in Canyon Lake dedicated to the collection, preservation, and display of materials associated with the natural and cultural history of the Texas Hill Country, as well as the education of visitors using its collections. It has trackways, hiking trails, 200+ dinosaur prints, fossil digs, and more!
HOURS OF OPERATION
Wednesdays-Sundays
12:00 - 4:00 PM
Closed on all major holidays
ADDRESS
4831 FM 2673
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
Whether you’re seeking a leisurely float down the tranquil waters of the Comal River or a thrilling ride along the rapids of the Guadalupe River, they’ve got you covered. Rental equipment includes kayaks, stand up paddle boards, tubes, and crystal kayaks, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Paddle TX
Whether you’re seeking a leisurely float down the tranquil waters of the Comal River or a thrilling ride along the rapids of the Guadalupe River, they’ve got you covered. Rental equipment includes kayaks, stand up paddle boards, tubes, and crystal kayaks, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Food scene
We love our local coffee shop down the hill from our neighborhood. Pop in for a pastry and coffee, and take a seat under a shady tree to enjoy them. 😋☕️🧁
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Kafekali & Bakery
3434 Farm to Market Road 2673We love our local coffee shop down the hill from our neighborhood. Pop in for a pastry and coffee, and take a seat under a shady tree to enjoy them. 😋☕️🧁
Close by is this great brunch and dinner spot with a lovely outdoor seating area. They also have an incredible postcard mural for your social media posts.
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Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill
2000 FM2673Close by is this great brunch and dinner spot with a lovely outdoor seating area. They also have an incredible postcard mural for your social media posts.
A friendly family owned restaurant with impressive BBQ and sandwiches the size of Texas. Say “Hello!” to Allan & Tracy for us!
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Bare Bull BBQ
8545 FM2673A friendly family owned restaurant with impressive BBQ and sandwiches the size of Texas. Say “Hello!” to Allan & Tracy for us!
Newly opened Elio's in Canyon Lake offers great quality Italian food in a cozy atmosphere. Menu includes pasta dishes, pizza, desserts and craft cocktails.
Elio's Osteria e Pizzeria
Newly opened Elio's in Canyon Lake offers great quality Italian food in a cozy atmosphere. Menu includes pasta dishes, pizza, desserts and craft cocktails.
Roll with the locals at Canyon Lake's favorite sushi place. Friendly staff, deliciously fresh sushi, lovely patio. What's not to love?
Pier Sushi
Roll with the locals at Canyon Lake's favorite sushi place. Friendly staff, deliciously fresh sushi, lovely patio. What's not to love?
Great place for families, couples or group of friends. 15 minutes from Wunderschön is a little entertainment and dining oasis called The District on 46 where you can find restaurants, shops, food trucks, dog park and playgrounds for little kids and big kids too.
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The District On 46
15000 Texas 46Great place for families, couples or group of friends. 15 minutes from Wunderschön is a little entertainment and dining oasis called The District on 46 where you can find restaurants, shops, food trucks, dog park and playgrounds for little kids and big kids too.
Stahlman's provides locally homegrown vegetables, meat and dairy products as well as prepared baked goods and more. If you're looking for fresh, locally sourced products this market is for you!
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Stahlman's at Bear Creek-Grocery and Pecans
5511 FM 2722Stahlman's provides locally homegrown vegetables, meat and dairy products as well as prepared baked goods and more. If you're looking for fresh, locally sourced products this market is for you!
Set behind the oldest dancehall in Texas, and next to the Guadalupe River this is a great spot in Gruene (pronounced ‘Green’) for lunch or dinner. Don’t come hungry though. The wait can be a bit long depending on the time of day, but it’s well worth it!
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Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
1287 Gruene RdSet behind the oldest dancehall in Texas, and next to the Guadalupe River this is a great spot in Gruene (pronounced ‘Green’) for lunch or dinner. Don’t come hungry though. The wait can be a bit long depending on the time of day, but it’s well worth it!
Charming New Braunfels restaurant in a renovated historic building with eclectic little shops surrounding it. Menu incorporates diverse cultural and culinary influences of the Texas Hill Country creating a unique dining experience for visitors.
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Huisache Grill
303 W San Antonio StCharming New Braunfels restaurant in a renovated historic building with eclectic little shops surrounding it. Menu incorporates diverse cultural and culinary influences of the Texas Hill Country creating a unique dining experience for visitors.
A beautiful setting for live music and wine tasting. Reservations are recommended for tastings, but walk-ins are accommodated if space is available.
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Dry Comal Creek Vineyards
1741 Herbelin RdA beautiful setting for live music and wine tasting. Reservations are recommended for tastings, but walk-ins are accommodated if space is available.
La Cruz de Comal Wines, Ltd.
7405 FM 2722Where rhinos and wine meet for a unique Hill Country experience! Their focus is on world class wines and rhino conservation. Located just outside Fredericksburg.
Rhinory
Where rhinos and wine meet for a unique Hill Country experience! Their focus is on world class wines and rhino conservation. Located just outside Fredericksburg.
Area Attractions
Beautiful old German town with shops, cafes and restaurants that will make you think you’ve just stepped into Bavaria. Known for Comal River tubing and Schlitterbahn Waterpark in the Summer, The Music & Wine Festival in October and the Wustfest German-Texan Festival in November.
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New Braunfels
Beautiful old German town with shops, cafes and restaurants that will make you think you’ve just stepped into Bavaria. Known for Comal River tubing and Schlitterbahn Waterpark in the Summer, The Music & Wine Festival in October and the Wustfest German-Texan Festival in November.
Gruene is a great spot for shopping boutiques & antiques. 20 minutes from Wunderschön Vista Haus. Tip: to sound like a local pronounce it “green” like the color.
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Gruene Historic District
Gruene is a great spot for shopping boutiques & antiques. 20 minutes from Wunderschön Vista Haus. Tip: to sound like a local pronounce it “green” like the color.
A little up the road is another charming and historic Texas town known for its great food, antiques and swimming.
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Wimberley
A little up the road is another charming and historic Texas town known for its great food, antiques and swimming.
Wimberley Glassworks is the perfect place to go to for a one-of-a-kind Texas souvenir. They hold glassblowing demonstration for visitors Thursday- Sunday, 10:30am - 3:30pm.
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Wimberley Glassworks
6469 Ranch Rd 12Wimberley Glassworks is the perfect place to go to for a one-of-a-kind Texas souvenir. They hold glassblowing demonstration for visitors Thursday- Sunday, 10:30am - 3:30pm.
A little over an hour away is the lovely Texas-German town of Fredericksburg. A great destination for shopping, museums, and with German cuisine galore it’s no wonder it’s also referred to as “Fritztown”. A must visit if you’re in the Hill Country during weihnachtszeit - the holiday season.
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Fredericksburg
A little over an hour away is the lovely Texas-German town of Fredericksburg. A great destination for shopping, museums, and with German cuisine galore it’s no wonder it’s also referred to as “Fritztown”. A must visit if you’re in the Hill Country during weihnachtszeit - the holiday season.
Country music legend Waylon Jennings released his hit song “Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love)” in 1977, transforming what had become a ghost town into a must-visit destination for country music lovers!
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Luckenbach Texas
412 Luckenbach Town LoopCountry music legend Waylon Jennings released his hit song “Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love)” in 1977, transforming what had become a ghost town into a must-visit destination for country music lovers!
A 200-acre working wildflower farm and vineyard with walking trails and gardens. Located in Fredericksburg.
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Wildseed Farms
100 Legacy DrA 200-acre working wildflower farm and vineyard with walking trails and gardens. Located in Fredericksburg.
Travel back in time to the Old West at the Buggy Barn Museum and Pine-Moore Town. Over 100 unique buggies and carriages dating back to the 1800's. Some used in moves such as: True Grit, Lonesome Dove, There Will Be Blood, and many more. Take in the museum and tour the Old West Town, complete with an old mercantile building, bank, saloon and a church.
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Buggy Barn Museum
1915 Main StTravel back in time to the Old West at the Buggy Barn Museum and Pine-Moore Town. Over 100 unique buggies and carriages dating back to the 1800's. Some used in moves such as: True Grit, Lonesome Dove, There Will Be Blood, and many more. Take in the museum and tour the Old West Town, complete with an old mercantile building, bank, saloon and a church.
There is plenty to discover at Natural Bridge Caverns. Explore two distinct cave systems, conquer the ropes course and zip rails, mine for fossils, and more!
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Natural Bridge Caverns
26495 Natural Bridge Caverns RdThere is plenty to discover at Natural Bridge Caverns. Explore two distinct cave systems, conquer the ropes course and zip rails, mine for fossils, and more!
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
26515 Natural Bridge Caverns RdTake a day trip to San Antonio to see the sights and experience the best Tex-Mex we have to offer. It’s only 50 minutes to downtown and the scenic Riverwalk.
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San Antonio
Take a day trip to San Antonio to see the sights and experience the best Tex-Mex we have to offer. It’s only 50 minutes to downtown and the scenic Riverwalk.