{"id":629,"date":"2016-10-21T10:00:32","date_gmt":"2016-10-21T10:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/?p=629"},"modified":"2016-10-24T17:33:52","modified_gmt":"2016-10-24T17:33:52","slug":"things-cedar-park-north-austin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/things-cedar-park-north-austin\/","title":{"rendered":"Austin adventures: Things to do in Cedar Park and North Austin"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-638\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-4-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset view of Lake Travis with lots of things to do in Cedar Park\" width=\"820\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-4-1.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-4-1-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-4-1-768x343.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Although Cedar Park is often seen as a suburb of Austin, this thriving city north of downtown has a personality all its own. This area offers a\u00a0family atmosphere and great schools. The Leander Independent School District is routinely ranked among the best in the state. In addition,\u00a0Cedar Park and North Austin also offer some amazing attractions.<\/p>\n<p>Our communities in Cedar Park are just minutes from the area&#8217;s best restaurants, museums, parks, trails and more. While you&#8217;re in town, be sure to check out some of our favorite things to do in Cedar Park and North Austin.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-5.jpg\" alt=\"Man zip lining near Lake Travis as one of the things to do in Cedar Park\" width=\"820\" height=\"357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-5.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-5-300x131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-5-768x334.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Jump into Lake Travis<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The closest of several Hill Country lakes in the North Austin area, Lake Travis is your go-to destination to cool off on a hot summer day. Parks all around the lakeshore include places to go for a swim, launch a boat or take a canoe or kayak trip. Lake Travis is known for great fishing, too, with abundant bass, catfish and many other game fish in its waters. The lake is also home to Lake Travis Zipline Adventures. Here, you have the opportunity to zoom over the water on the longest zipline in Texas.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Cedar-Park-6.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up view of steam train wheels\" width=\"820\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Cedar-Park-6.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Cedar-Park-6-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Cedar-Park-6-768x337.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Ride the Austin steam trains<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Thrilling visitors of all ages for many years, the\u00a0Hill Country Flyer and Bertram Flyer are two vintage trains that tour the Hill Country and historic sites all over the Austin area. The Austin Steam Train Association holds special events throughout the year, including autumn rides on the Pumpkin Express and Thomas the Tank Engine rides for youngsters.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-1.jpg\" alt=\"Concert at H-E-B Center in Cedar Park\" width=\"820\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-1.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-1-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-1-768x337.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>See a game or concert at the H-E-B Center<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This venue is\u00a0home of\u00a0two local favorite teams\u2014the Texas Stars (hockey) and the Austin Spurs (basketball). The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/HEBCenter\/\">H-E-B Center<\/a> in Cedar Park is also a legendary music venue that hosts concerts and other events.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-634 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-7.jpg\" alt=\"silhouette of grass on night sky background\" width=\"820\" height=\"357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-7.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-7-300x131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-7-768x334.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Visit the Texas Museum of Science and Technology<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Texas Museum of Science and Technology (TXMOST) has gained a reputation as one of the best Austin-area museums. It&#8217;s home to central Texas&#8217; first planetarium and a seemingly endless lineup of ever-changing exhibits.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-635\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bridge at Brushy Creek Trail in Cedar Park, Texas\" width=\"820\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-2.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-2-300x133.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-2-768x341.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Explore the Brushy Creek Trail<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Stretching over nearly 7 miles in Cedar Park, the <a href=\"http:\/\/parks.wilco.org\/home\/trails\/brushyCreekRegionaltrail\">Brushy Creek Trail\u2019s<\/a> beautiful landscape is perfect for hiking, biking, jogging, dog-walking and sightseeing. The trail links six of the area&#8217;s best parks together. This\u00a0combines everything from picnicking and disc golf to kayaking and rock climbing. Also, the Brushy Creek Trail practically goes through the back yards of several of our communities! It&#8217;s one of the reasons why Cedar Park is such a great place for anyone who loves the outdoors.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-636\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-3.jpg\" alt=\"Sculpture at Cedar Park Sculpture Garden\" width=\"820\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-3.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-3-300x130.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-3-768x332.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Tour the Sculpture Garden<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cedarparktexas.gov\/index.aspx?page=820\">Cedar Park Sculpture Garden<\/a> is located right on Main Street. The stunning collection of sculptures and statues changes frequently throughout the year. The garden often features work by local Texas artists. All of the work are free to look at and admire, and some of which may be for sale!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-637\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-8.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of grapes growing at winery\" width=\"820\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-8.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-8-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cedar-park-8-768x343.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Head out on the Thirsty Oaks Wine Trail<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Showcasing several top notch local wineries, the Thirsty Oaks Wine Trail is a great way to explore Cedar Park. You&#8217;ll also experience the nearby back roads of the Texas Hill Country. Learn about the history of the local wineries, tour the vineyards, and of course sample some of the finest wines the Hill Country has to offer!<\/p>\n<p>Here at MileStone, we&#8217;re committed to helping you find your dream home in Cedar Park and North Austin, as well as other Austin communities. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/contact-us\">Contact us today<\/a> to learn more about life in the greater Austin area!<\/p>\n<!-- Begin Yuzo --><div class='yuzo_related_post style-1'  data-version='5.12.74'><!-- without result --><div class='yuzo_clearfixed yuzo__title yuzo__title'><h3>Related Post<\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"relatedthumb \" style=\"width:125px;float:left;overflow:hidden;\">  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t  <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/cedar-park-homes-trento-larkspur\/\"  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"yuzo-img-wrap \" style=\"width: 125px;height:90px;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"yuzo-img\" style=\"background:url('https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/cedar-park-options-1-150x150.jpg') 50% 50% no-repeat;width: 125px;height:90px;margin-bottom: 5px;background-size: cover; 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