Free & Cheap Things to Do in Canyon Lake, TX

  • The list below includes 83 free or cheap things to do in or near Canyon Lake, Texas, including 80 different types of inexpensive activities like Tubing, Beaches, Camping Site and Lake.
  • From Overlook Park to Potter's Creek Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Canyon Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Braunfels, San Marcos, Wimberley and Dripping Springs.
  • The list below includes 83 free or cheap things to do in or near Canyon Lake, Texas, including 80 different types of inexpensive activities like Tubing, Beaches, Camping Site and Lake.
  • From Overlook Park to Potter's Creek Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Canyon Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Braunfels, San Marcos, Wimberley and Dripping Springs.
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13.3 Miles
94% 465 votes
Parks 835 Fredericksburg Road, New Braunfels, TX 78130 MoreLess Info
The 51-acre Landia Park can be explored by walking on the .8-mile walking path, by riding the miniature train, or by paddleboat. Some favorite activities at the park include a playground and an arboretum.
13.4 Miles
95% 401 votes
Dance Clubs 1281 Gruene Rd, Gruene, TX MoreLess Info
Built in 1878, Gruene Hall is the oldest dance hall in Texas. The dance hall hosts a variety of performers, including icons like Willie Nelson, George Strait, and Lyle Lovett, as well as up-and-coming singer songwriters.
13.4 Miles
95% 349 votes
Ghost Towns Gruene, TX MoreLess Info
The Historic District of Gruene has a variety of shops, restaurants, and attractions. Gruene Hall, Cactus Jacks, Fickle Pickles Antiques and Pickles, and the Grapevine are all popular stops for people who visit the Historic District.
13.5 Miles
90% 252 votes
National & State Parks 333 Blue Hole Ln, Wimberley, TX 78676 MoreLess Info
A rustic swimming hole is the focus of the Blue Hole Regional Park. In addition to the swimming area and bath house, it also features a full array of park amenities like a basketball court, playground, picnic area, tennis courts, and campground.
13.5 Miles
91% 2372 votes
Caverns & Caves 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, Natural Bridge Caverns, South Padre Island, TX 78266 MoreLess Info
The Natural Bridge Caverns of South Padre Island are a unique and awe-inspiring way to see some of Texas' natural beauty. The company offers various tours of caverns, located 108 feet below ground.
13.5 Miles
80% 41 votes
Parks 100 Blue Hole Ln, Wimberley, TX 78676 MoreLess Info
Blue Hole is a popular local swimming hole and park commonly visited by residents and visitors throughout the year. In addition to swimming, visitors enjoy playing basketball on the courts provided or walking through the nature trails.
13.6 Miles
81% 230 votes
Parks 221 Woodacre Drive, Wimberley, TX 78676 MoreLess Info
Jacob's Well Natural Area is a deep well and swimming hole fed by an artesian spring 140 feet below the surface. Local vegetation and wildlife surrounds the well, which also features an attached creek. Saturday tours and parking are available.
13.9 Miles
87% 422 votes
River New Braunfels, TX MoreLess Info
One of the shortest rivers in the world, the two-mile Comal River is located entirely within the town of New Braunfels. The river is popular with swimmers and for water tubing.
14.0 Miles
85% 67 votes
Tubing 178 Landa Park Dr, New Braunfels, TX 78130 MoreLess Info
At Loma Falls, visitors can rent a tube, and take a tubing trip down the Comal River. Tours start at the Wurstfest grounds, and most tube rentals are done by the day.
14.2 Miles
87% 194 votes
Tubing 250 Meusebach, New Braunfels, TX MoreLess Info
Rent a tube and explore the Comal River with Texas Tubes, where a two hour float allows you to take in the scenery.
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