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Zilker ParkBoat Rentals
2101 Andrew Zilker Rd, Austin TX 78746

Find Us on the Banks of Barton Creek

Inside Zilker Park, just downstream from Barton Springs Pool. Tucked away — look for the banner.

Lady Bird Lake(the dammed Colorado River)← upstream (NW)Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike TrailBarton Creekcreek mouthBarton SpringsPoolBarton Springs RdAzie Morton RdMoPac (Loop 1)Parking(free)¼ mi paddle to lakeYou launch here → ZPBR dock2101 Andrew Zilker RdDowntown skylineacross the lake, to the NEN≈ ¼ mileApproximate area map — not to exact scale

2101 Andrew Zilker Rd, Austin, TX 78746

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Address & Contact

Zilker Park Boat Rentals

2101 Andrew Zilker Rd

Austin, TX 78746

(512) 478-3852

info@zilkerboats.com

GPS Coordinates: 30.2643819, -97.7674774
We're tucked away! Not visible from the street — look for the “Canoe Rental is Open” banner at the bottom of the stairs near Barton Springs Pool.

Step-by-Step Directions

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    Take Barton Springs Road west into Zilker Park.

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    Drive to the easternmost parking lot — it's the last lot before the park ends.

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    Park (it's free!) and walk toward Barton Springs Pool.

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    Walk down the stairs to the LEFT of the Barton Springs Pool entrance.

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    Look for the "Canoe Rental is Open" banner at the bottom. That's us! If you get confused, call (512) 478-3852.

Parking is free throughout Zilker Park. On busy summer weekends, the main lots fill early — arrive before 10am or after 3pm for easier parking.

Nearby Landmarks

Barton Springs Pool

Just upstream from our dock. Austin's famous spring-fed swimming hole — 68°F year-round. A perfect companion to your paddle.

Lady Bird Lake

A quarter-mile downstream via Barton Creek. The open lake offers the iconic downtown Austin skyline view from the water.

Zilker Eagle Mini Train

Narrow-gauge train running loops through the park since 1962. Also home to the nearest ATM — 200 ft from our dock.

Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail

The 10-mile trail circles Lady Bird Lake. Access it from the south side of Zilker Park near our launch area.

Downtown Austin Skyline

Paddle the quarter mile from our dock to Lady Bird Lake and you'll have the full skyline panorama right in front of you.

We'll See You on Barton Creek

Walk up or reserve ahead. No deposit, no card — just cash and a sense of adventure.