All aboard! Plan a Texas roadtrip with family or friends from Waco to New Braunfels! We've rounded up the best restaurants, activities, and attractions that you must try during this 3 & a half hour road trip. Our road trip guide starts in Waco, at Camp Fimfo Waco and ends in New Braunfels, at Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country, but this itinerary can be flipped easily if you're starting in New Braunfels or another nearby city instead! Keep reading for the ultimate road trip itinerary and guide that's fun for all ages!
Waco: Starting Your Road Trip
You've officially started your road trip from Waco - now what? Before you head towards Texas Hill Country, don't forget to explore the great city of Waco! Take in the local shops, restaurants, and of course the natural beauty of the Brazos and Bosque River.
Other places to check out:
Dr. Pepper Museum
Mammoth National Monument
Cameron Park Zoo
Stop #1: Camp Fimfo Waco
Located less than 10 minutes from downtown Waco, Camp Fimfo Waco is the perfect home-base for either a day of fun in the sun or an overnight stay!
As one of the best campgrounds in Waco, Camp Fimfo Waco offers a variety of ways to stay including three different types of cabins, two types of RV sites, and two tent site types. There's nothing like spending an evening in one of Waco's most beautiful destinations with family and friends!
On the other hand, if you're looking to continue on your road trip but want to stop to use the water park, pool, mini golf course, sports courts, and other attractions, our camping resort offers Day Camping Passes! Our Day Camping Passes let guests visit our camping resort and use all of our attractions for as little as $35/person. Please note that our day passes must be purchased in advance and have limited availability.
Stop #2: Magnolia Market
You've probably heard of popular TV stars, Chip & Joanna Gaines, and their show Fixer Upper on HGTV. Well, how about Magnolia Market in downtown Waco? Thousands of visitors and fans make the trek to the Silos each week to visit the numerous shops and attractions within Magnolia Market like Magnolia Table, Magnolia Press, Silos Baking Co., and much more! The iconic landmark Silos are a great photo opportunity and the area makes you feel as if you're in a cozy neighborhood.
Stop #3: Berry Springs Park & Preserve
Berry Springs Park and Preserve is located in Georgetown on 300-acres along Berry Springs between I.H. 35 and C.R. 152 with the main entrance off of C.R. 152. Berry Springs Park and Preserve is utilized for recreational uses including hiking and fishing. The park features a 2.5 mile hike/bike trail that is perfect for stopping by on a roadtrip, stretching your legs and getting some fresh air and exercise. For more information and a history of Berry Springs, visit their website!
Stop #4: Inner Space Cavern
Hidden for over 10,000 years, Inner Space Cavern in Georgetown is one of the best-preserved caves in Texas. It was discovered by a Texas Highway Department core drilling team in the spring of 1963 and was opened to the public in the summer of 1966. Since that time, hundreds of thousands of visitors have seen Texas in a unique way in this beautiful cave.
The incredible cave has beautiful formations, large rooms, prehistoric animal bones, and a truly unique discovery story. Plus, it remains a constant 72 degrees (but feels like 80 degrees with the humidity) year round. A bonus for enduring this Texas heat!
You can purchase tickets upon arrival or online.
Stop #5: The Oasis on Lake Travis
With over 20,000 reviews, The Oasis on Lake Travis is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The Lake Travis area, known as the Sunset Capital of Texas, is absolutely breathtaking. While you're here, you can go for a refreshing swim in the lake, rent a boat or jet-ski, or just walk around the lake and take in the beauty on foot. If you're just looking to pop in during your roadtrip for a bite to eat and a view, The Oasis' tiered outdoor decks are the place to be. Lunch, dinner, and drink menus are available online.
Stop #6: Mount Bonnell
Mount Bonnell, also known as Covert Park, is a prominent point alongside the Lake Austin portion of the Colorado River in Austin, Texas. It has been a popular tourist destination since the 1850s. The mount provides a vista for viewing the city of Austin, Lake Austin, and the surrounding hills of Texas Hill Country. A 0.5-mile loop trail, generally considered an easy route for most, takes an average of 11 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
Stop #7: Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country
Located under an hour away from both Austin and San Antonio is Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country, a Texas-sized camping resort on the Guadalupe River.
Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country offers a variety of ways to stay including cabins, RV sites, and tent sites - and is an award-winning New Braunfels campground!
Similar to Camp Fimfo Waco, if you're starting your road trip here rather than ending, and just want to access the water park, pool, mini golf course, sports courts, and other attractions for the day, our camping resort also offers Day Camping Passes for as little as $43/person. Please note that our day passes must be purchased in advance and have limited availability.
New Braunfels: Road Trip Complete
You've officially arrived to your destination! Now, it's time to explore the city of New Braunfels and nearby towns and take in the sights.
Be sure to stop by a few of Texas Hill Country's most popular destinations:
Gruene Hall
Gristmill
River Tubing
Jacob's Well
We hope you're able to take advantage of all of the great restaurants, activities, and attractions we outlined when planning your road trip from Waco to New Braunfels, TX or vice versa! From a stop at Magnolia Market, dining at Lake Travis and hiking in Austin, to visiting both Camp Fimfo locations in Waco and New Braunfels, this road trip will be packed full of adventure and memories!
