Spicewood Guidebook
Swimming hole
Krause Springs is an iconic camping and swimming site located only 10 minutes away from the cabin. On the property you will find a large man-made pool as well as a swimming hole under a beautiful waterfall.
185 locals recommend
Krause Springs
424 Co Rd 404Krause Springs is an iconic camping and swimming site located only 10 minutes away from the cabin. On the property you will find a large man-made pool as well as a swimming hole under a beautiful waterfall.
Hiking
Pace Bend Park is popular for camping on the cliffs overlooking Lake Travis, swimming on a beach, boating, and exploring the Hill Country beauty with miles of hike, bike, and equestrian trails. Pace Bend is 13 miles from the cabin. Please note hours vary by season. Cash only
98 locals recommend
Pace Bend Park
2805 Pace Bend Rd NPace Bend Park is popular for camping on the cliffs overlooking Lake Travis, swimming on a beach, boating, and exploring the Hill Country beauty with miles of hike, bike, and equestrian trails. Pace Bend is 13 miles from the cabin. Please note hours vary by season. Cash only
Sightseeing
Miles of multiuse trails immerse you in the Texas Hill Country. Enjoy tent camping along the shore of Lake Travis or under the shade of oak-tree canopies. This park’s boat ramp allows you to explore the lake, and watercraft rentals are available on-site.
24 locals recommend
Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area
2820 Co Rd 414Miles of multiuse trails immerse you in the Texas Hill Country. Enjoy tent camping along the shore of Lake Travis or under the shade of oak-tree canopies. This park’s boat ramp allows you to explore the lake, and watercraft rentals are available on-site.
Food scene
Pedernales Farmers Market focuses on organically grown and locally made quality food and artisan products. Rain or shine, the market is open every Sunday from 10am-2pm. (please note, seasonal hours may vary.)
6 locals recommend
Pedernales Farmers Market
23526 State Hwy 71Pedernales Farmers Market focuses on organically grown and locally made quality food and artisan products. Rain or shine, the market is open every Sunday from 10am-2pm. (please note, seasonal hours may vary.)
Wood-fire pizza restaurant with a large outdoor beer garden, live music, and play set for the kids, meant for everyday enjoyment for the whole family.
23 locals recommend
Pizzeria Sorellina
23526 State Hwy 71Wood-fire pizza restaurant with a large outdoor beer garden, live music, and play set for the kids, meant for everyday enjoyment for the whole family.
Known for its ice cold beer, hand-rolled burgers, and live music. This is a place the whole family can enjoy and offers a large outdoor play area for the kids.
63 locals recommend
Angel's Icehouse
21815 State Hwy 71Known for its ice cold beer, hand-rolled burgers, and live music. This is a place the whole family can enjoy and offers a large outdoor play area for the kids.
Family friendly restaurant with both a full bar and an assortment of traditional Mexican food. Open everyday.
9 locals recommend
La Cabana Grill
21103 State Hwy 71Family friendly restaurant with both a full bar and an assortment of traditional Mexican food. Open everyday.
Thai What’Zap
State Highway 71Food truck offering authentic Thai food. Perfect place to order take out.
Homestyle joint serving traditional Texas-style barbecue such as brisket & ribs with classic sides.
25 locals recommend
It’s All Good BBQ
22112 State Hwy 71Homestyle joint serving traditional Texas-style barbecue such as brisket & ribs with classic sides.
"We have a passion for serving food made from high-quality ingredients that will leave you wanting to come back for more. We specialize in Artisan-style pizza with techniques and recipes straight from Italy."
13 locals recommend
Pizzeria Casa Nostra
21209 State Hwy 71"We have a passion for serving food made from high-quality ingredients that will leave you wanting to come back for more. We specialize in Artisan-style pizza with techniques and recipes straight from Italy."
"J5 Steakhouse offers hand cut steaks and fish, with an emphasis on made from scratch food."
25 locals recommend
J5 Steakhouse
21814 State Hwy 71"J5 Steakhouse offers hand cut steaks and fish, with an emphasis on made from scratch food."
"The Lighthouse Restaurant and Lounge is a full-service Lake Travis waterfront restaurant serving classic American food with a warm and cozy feel and a relaxing atmosphere."
The Lighthouse Cuisine & Kitchen
8650 Spicewood Springs Road"The Lighthouse Restaurant and Lounge is a full-service Lake Travis waterfront restaurant serving classic American food with a warm and cozy feel and a relaxing atmosphere."
Opie’s is housed in a metal building with several pit cookers and a couple of pit servers out front. The ambience is friendly and focused on food. “Life is good in Spicewood”!
47 locals recommend
Opie's Barbeque restaurant
9504 State Highway 71Opie’s is housed in a metal building with several pit cookers and a couple of pit servers out front. The ambience is friendly and focused on food. “Life is good in Spicewood”!
If you are up for a short drive to Marble Falls, Bluebonnet Cafe is one of our favorite breakfast and pie spots!
131 locals recommend
Blue Bonnet Cafe
211 US-281If you are up for a short drive to Marble Falls, Bluebonnet Cafe is one of our favorite breakfast and pie spots!
Wineries
From Pickleball courts for the active crowd, a playground area for the kids, and plenty of patio space to lounge – they have a little something for everyone!
18 locals recommend
5 Soul Wine Co
4514 Bob Wire RoadFrom Pickleball courts for the active crowd, a playground area for the kids, and plenty of patio space to lounge – they have a little something for everyone!
A Taste of Argentina in the Hill Country. Enjoy Argentine music (ranging from tango to rock), traditional dishes and the great Hill Country view.
42 locals recommend
El Gaucho Winery
21301 Kathy LnA Taste of Argentina in the Hill Country. Enjoy Argentine music (ranging from tango to rock), traditional dishes and the great Hill Country view.
Situated on a high bluff overlooking Lake Travis. The vineyard and tasting room are adult only age 21+. Reservations are required.
52 locals recommend
Stone House Vineyard
24350 Haynie Flat RdSituated on a high bluff overlooking Lake Travis. The vineyard and tasting room are adult only age 21+. Reservations are required.
Nestled in the Texas Hill Country amongst 32 acres of vines, enjoy great wine and a relaxing atmosphere.
75 locals recommend
Spicewood Vineyards
1419 Co Rd 409Nestled in the Texas Hill Country amongst 32 acres of vines, enjoy great wine and a relaxing atmosphere.
Bars & More
Family Friendly Brewery nestled on nine acres in the Texas Hill Country. Large outdoor area with food trucks and yard games.
28 locals recommend
Frontyard Brewing
4514 Bob Wire RdFamily Friendly Brewery nestled on nine acres in the Texas Hill Country. Large outdoor area with food trucks and yard games.
15 acres of fun and food and games. Fans and shade for the Texas summers and heated Covered Patio and fire pits for cooler evenings and a playground too (open Fri & Sat)
32 locals recommend
Iron Wolf Ranch and Distillery
101 Co Rd 40915 acres of fun and food and games. Fans and shade for the Texas summers and heated Covered Patio and fire pits for cooler evenings and a playground too (open Fri & Sat)
Authentic Texas Honky-Tonk. Live music, "boot-scootin'" dancing. Good food, cold beer and sensational sunsets.
51 locals recommend
Poodies Hilltop Roadhouse
22308 State Hwy 71Authentic Texas Honky-Tonk. Live music, "boot-scootin'" dancing. Good food, cold beer and sensational sunsets.