Canyon Of The Eagles: A Great Place For The Whole Family To Visit.
By Tymon Hytem
Nestled in the northern hills of Texas is a place named the Canyon of the Eagles. Located on the shores of Lake Buchanan just 90 minutes north of Austin, it is the home of some of America’s endangered birds including the Bald Eagle. But Eagle watching is not the only thing to do in this place that is packed with adventure.
Canyon of the Eagles is well known for its beautiful terrain and miles of hiking trails. You can venture through trails that will take you from the lake to the forest. It is a great place to experience all of native wildlife in their breathtaking habitats. You might even get a glimpse of the bald eagle if you really look, especially if you are there in the winter months when they migrate to the Hill Country.
You also have the option of choosing many of the water activities at the lake. This is a great way to see the spectacular waterfalls and sheer cliffs of the landscape. You can pack a picnic and go out on a canoe, kayak, or paddle boat on your own. If you are less of an adventurer, you can join one of the many guided tours that Lake Buchanan has to offer. There are definitely activities that are ideal for all ages of adventurers.
After your day on the lake, you should check out the Canyon Room Restaurant. Here, you can enjoy a meal that is an excellent blend of European style with Texas Hill Country cooking. You will be able to enjoy the sunset with your dinner as the restaurant houses wall to wall windows that overlook the beautiful Lake Buchanan. What a more romantic place to wind down after your day of adventure.
Now that the sun has set, one would think that it was time to start your travels back down the road. But, one of the biggest draws to this part of the Hill Country is Eagle Eye Observatory. Here, you will marvel at the chance to gaze into the sky and view the moon, stars and nebulae. They have public observing nights which start off with a hayride 30 minutes before the sunsets. They ride you up to the observatory and then the sky is the limit. You will be awed by the wonders of the night sky.
You definitely will not go wrong in choosing to make Lake Buchanan a stop on your visit to the Texas Hill Country. There are varieties of activities to do that will entice even the most novice adventurer. It is a great place to visit for a day trip, a weekend getaway or for you next family vacation.
The next time you are visiting Austin or San Antonio, the gateway to the Texas Hill Country, make sure to visit all of the beautiful sites. Whether you are the type that enjoys every minute of the outdoors, are a history buff or just want someplace different to visit, you will find activities only hours away that will be fun for the whole family and bring out your inner explorer. The Texas Hill Country is definitely one of the

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Tymon Hytem is a native Texan who has lived in the Texas Hill Country his entire life. He is knowledgeable about the lifestyles, foods and travel destinations of Texas. You can find some more information on Texas restaurants, destinations and attractions that you do not want to miss by visiting www.cuisineofsanantonio.com > San Antonio and www.cuisineofaustin.com/ > Austin .