Enjoy the Colorado River.
River Access
There are three public access sites to the Colorado River. The larger one accessible for boats is concrete to the water, under the bridge on Hwy 95/Loop 230 on the north east side Hwy 95. Exit at the American Legion Road north of the bridge, and head under the bridge.
The second public access is near Riverbend Park, under the double Hwy 71 bridges in the highway right-of-way. Light watercraft and canoes have access to the River via the udirt bank.
The third access is at Riverbend Park immediately north of the fishing pier. It's rough dirt/brush and walk in only, but canoes and kayaks can access river.
Kayaks and canoes rentals are available by calling the Smithville REC Center at 512-237-2313 or Rising Phoenix Adventures in Bastrop at 512-332-1077.
