Travis Lake, located less than an hour away from Austin, is a great getaway from the city. It can provide an escape from central Texas's summer heat and offers swimming, boating, fishing and other diverse recreational activities. With lukewarm water, night swimming is a popular activity in the lake.
There are several parks around the lake with camping options, including Hippie Hollow, the only legal clothing-optional park in Texas. Shaffer Bend Recreation Area and Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area, both of which sit along the Colorado River, also have campsites available.