The Austin air is growing colder, signifying the change in season. While this nice break from the hot humidity will only last about 20 seconds, were finally able to break into some of the things that make the Austin winter season great.
1. Halcyon S’mores
While Halcyon Café of 4th street provides this tasty treat year-around, there’s something about roasting marshmallows over an open fire that screams “cold weather fun”. Sit right down at one of their café tables, and a host will bring you and your friends a small camp-side burner with an assortment of marshmallows, Hershey’s chocolate bars, and graham crackers. It can get a little sticky, so when you do, try one of Halcyon’s gourmet hot chocolates (Yum!) to wash it down.
2. Hot Chocolate
Speaking of hot chocolate, warm yourself at one of these locations with the decadent hot chocolate creations they’ve blessed Austin with. In Austin Monthly’s December 2010 issue, the paper identified the eight best hot chocolates in Austin.
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Holy Cacao
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San Francisco Bakery
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Mozart’s
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Kerbey Lane
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1886
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Paggi House
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Peche
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Four Seasons
3. Camping
Say Bon-Voyage to the city and Bonjour to Bon-Fires! Right now is the perfect time to go camping; get away from some of the city lights and see some star light! The weather is cool, but not frigid. In Austin, the summers are simply too hot for sleeping outdoors and late November-March is too cold. Now is the perfect time to load up, hit the road and visit some of these nearby campgrounds: (Top 5 according Do512family.com)
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Mckinney Falls State Park-10 miles away
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Sandy Creek Park-28 miles away
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Cedar Breaks Park-32 miles away
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Lockhart State Park- 32 miles away
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Pace Bend Park-34 miles away
4. Hamilton Hot-Pool
Continue the outdoor adventure at Hamilton pool’s hot pool! While a Jacuzzi is a fine substitute, nothing is more relaxing than being in nature, feeling the cool air on your face while staying warm neck down.