Recreation in Georgetown, Texas
Georgetown offers much in recreational activities. Opportunities include country clubs, golf, parks, fishing, boating & many others. Built in 1925, the Palace Theatre at 810 Austin Avenue in Georgetown has been refurbished, but still has the original Art Deco carpet from the 20's-30's in it. It has a nice large stage, probably as large as the Paramount in Austin.
Georgetown has one of the best trail systems in Central Texas. Town Lake (now called Ladybird Lake) in Austin is a great trail system too but Georgetown’s trails are less crowded and have less auto traffic around them. To me this means cleaner air while excercising. I love the Blue Hole trail on the cliffs overlooking the South San Gabriel River. Not ADA accessible or extremely developed, I find it quite lovely & private. The road had washed out during the floods summer of 2007 but is built back now. There is a historic cemetery adjacent to Blue Hole. Lake Georgetown features Jim Hogg Park on the north side and Cedar Breaks Park on the south side.
Shopping: HEB on IH 35 or the nicer one west of IH 35 for groceries. The town's square is fun to stroll & shop. Simon Malls' new Wolf Ranch shopping center is located at the corner of I-35 & Hwy. 29 at exit 261.
Gardening & Garden stores in Georgetown
The Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) has a very active group in Georgetown. McIntires on 2243 (Leander Road) near Austin Avenue is my favorite. They specialize in native & hardy plants that grow well in Central Texas as well as stock all my favorite organic supplies.
Restaurants: In the town square area there are some nice restaurants such as Wildfire & Silver & Stone Restaurant and Wine Bar. Just up Austin Ave. from the square is the Monument Cafe. Fresh squeezed juice, free range eggs, fresh NEVER frozen or canned veggies- my kinda place! 500 S. Austin Ave, Georgetown. Tony & Luigi's is on 29 (University) and Church St. at 1201 Church St. (512) 864-2687.
For sushi & Japanese cuisine I love the new Hayashi Sushi & Grill at Wolf Ranch. Luby’s, Applebee’s & others on IH 35 are always great standbys.
Event Centers
The Reunion Ranch is located at 850 CR 255 in Georgetown, just north of Lake Georgetown. I go there every year for the 3M Club Company picnics and enjoy the facility very much. It has Disc Golf, Paddle Boats, a swimming pool, miniature golf & other ammenities.
You might consider joining the Georgetown Lions Club, a civic organization.
