Pace Bend Campground

Lake Travis isn’t your average pond. The long river snakes through the hills and limestone cliffs, with so many coves and inlets to explore that you could live at Pace Bend Park and never see them all. But the best exploring can be done by boat, so head down to the boat launches at Collier Cove on the west or Tatum Cove on the east.

Lake Travis isn’t your average pond. The long river snakes through the hills and limestone cliffs, with so many coves and inlets to explore that you could live at Pace Bend Park and never see them all. But the best exploring can be done by boat, so head down to the boat launches at Collier Cove on the west or Tatum Cove on the east.

Hikers will enjoy 15 miles of trails that meander through the hills of Pace Bend Park, offering great lake views from the top. Terrain is rocky but wooded, with plenty of shade and rocky patches for the more adventurous out there. A trail map divides trails by difficulty and will lead you to the closest train head, bathroom, or beach access point.

About half of Park Bend Park’s extensive trail system is open to equestrians, making this park one of the best spots around for you and your horse to enjoy some great views and new trails. The northern section of the park offers the most diverse array of equestrian trails, including Post Oak and Rosenbush Loop, which wind along Alfred Cove and Milam Cove. Stop at the cove to take in the beautiful lake views and enjoy a rest by the water. Trails are also open to hikers and bikers, so always be cautious of those who might be approaching fast!

With the exception of a couple designated swim spots, kayaks, canoes and other small non-motorized boats can be launched just about anywhere from Pace Bend Park. With miles of shoreline, that means you’re never too far from a boat launch, so don’t forget the kayak when you visit Pace Bend. Lake Travis is a paddler’s dream come true, with endless coves and inlets to explore, beautiful limestone cliffs to marvel at, and smooth, clear water that will wind you through the hills until your arms give out.

You’ll find plenty of company as you hike or bike along the trails, including white-tailed deer, raccoons, fox, and ringtail cat. Plenty of birds make Pace Bend Park their home, but generally speaking, the recreational opportunities are more ubiquitous than the wildlife here at Pace Bend Park. Enjoy the new fauna when you spot it, but don’t forget to put down the binoculars every so often to explore the cliffs and coves by foot or paddle.