Things To Do · The Hollows · Lake Travis · Hill Country
The Hill Country.
All of it, from here.
On-property: Beach Club, Hilltop Smokehouse, Kayak Clubs, NorthShore Marina, 15 miles of trails. Off-property: Austin 30 miles, Hill Country wine country 60 miles, San Antonio 90 minutes. The Hollows is a base camp, not a cage.
On The Water
Lake Travis is the reason The Hollows exists where it does. Six miles of shoreline. 120 feet of depth at NorthShore Marina. Two Kayak Clubs with direct launch access. The lake is the activity — and it's included.
Kayaking from The Hollows
On propertyBoth the Long Hollow Kayak Club and the Beach Club Kayak Club provide direct Lake Travis launch access. No reservation required. Walk to the dock and launch. The protected coves near both clubs are calm in the mornings and ideal for beginners.
Boating on Lake Travis
512-267-7530The Hollows does not rent boats directly. Contact Liquid Thrillz at 512-267-7530 (liquidthrillz.com) for boat, pontoon, and watercraft rentals on Lake Travis. NorthShore Marina on property has 328 covered slips for guests who bring their own vessel.
Swimming
On propertyBeach Club pools — infinity pool, children's pool, spa pools, and hot tub — are open year-round with heated water. Lake Travis swimming is available from the Kayak Club launches.
Pickleball and Volleyball
On propertyBeach Club courts at The Hollows. Pickleball is extremely popular with extended stay guests — multiple games typically run daily in the afternoons.
On the Trails
Fifteen miles of paved and native-surface trails connect every corner of The Hollows. Cedar shade. Live oak canopy. Hill Country views. Golf carts available to rent for longer routes.
Trail System — The Hollows
On property — 15 miles15 miles of connected paved and native-surface trails. Hiking, cycling, and golf cart use. Connects Beach Club, NorthShore Marina, Hilltop Smokehouse, Flagship Park, and Admirals Park. Free for all guests.
Hippie Hollow Park
~15 minTexas's only officially clothing-optional public park — approximately 15 minutes from The Hollows on Lake Travis. A local landmark worth knowing about.
Pedernales Falls State Park
~45 minTexas Hill Country state park with river swimming, hiking, and camping. Pedernales River. Approximately 45 minutes southwest of The Hollows.
Hamilton Pool Preserve
~45 min · Reservations requiredIconic grotto and waterfall swimming hole in Travis County. Reservations required. Approximately 45 minutes from The Hollows.
Day Trips from The Hollows
Austin is 30 miles away. The Hill Country wine country is 45–90 minutes. San Antonio is 90 minutes. The Hollows is a base — not a destination that requires you to stay on property.
Austin
30 milesLive music, world-class dining, the University of Texas campus, South Congress, Sixth Street, Rainey Street, and everything in between. 30 miles from The Hollows via US-183 North.
Hill Country Wine Trail
60–90 minFredericksburg and the surrounding area host 50+ wineries within 60–90 minutes of The Hollows. Becker Vineyards, William Chris, Kuhlman Cellars, and others along TX-290.
Marble Falls
~45 minSmall Hill Country town on Lake Marble Falls. Downtown square, Blue Bonnet Café (a Texas institution), and access to Inks Lake State Park. Approximately 45 minutes northwest.
San Antonio
~90 minThe Riverwalk, The Alamo, Pearl District, and a world-class food scene. Approximately 1.5 hours south of The Hollows via TX-130.
Local — Lago Vista and North Shore
Lago Vista is 5 miles from The Hollows entrance. It has a grocery store, restaurants, a lake park, and a small downtown. The North Shore corridor has additional dining and services.
H-E-B Lago Vista
2.5 milesTexas's gold-standard grocery chain. The Lago Vista H-E-B is well-stocked for extended stays. 2.5 miles from The Hollows entrance.
Lago Vista Dining
5 milesMultiple restaurants within 5 miles in Lago Vista — Mexican, American, and lake-view casual. Ask us for current recommendations when you arrive. Options expand with new openings regularly.
Lago Vista Park and Lake Access
5 milesLago Vista has a public park and boat launch on Lake Travis. About 5 miles from The Hollows — useful for guests who want a public beach option or additional lake access point.
Cedar Park and Leander
18 milesFull suburban services — national restaurant chains, large grocery stores, Target, Home Depot, medical clinics — approximately 18 miles from The Hollows in Cedar Park and Leander.
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