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Austin, Texas

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Austin

A road-trip stop through Texas.

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Things to do in Austin

Barton Springs Pool (seasonal — check October hours) or the Austin Nature & Science Center
Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony
Barton Springs Pool
Zilker Park / Austin Nature and Science Center
South Congress Ave stroll & Congress Avenue Bridge bats (if timing/season allows)
Zilker Park & Barton Springs Pool (seasonal hours vary)
South Congress Ave stroll
Magnolia Market at the Silos, Waco

Overnight

Where travelers stay

Lodging 1

Drive back to Fredericksburg campground for the night

Lodging 2

Pecan Grove RV Park (South Austin) or similar Campspot-listed Austin RV park

Lodging 3

Arrive home in Dallas

Lodging 4

Drive home to Dallas (or optional overnight stop if the group wants to split the drive)

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