Notice:

There are road closures at Barton Springs and Stratford.

Corporate Experiences

1-3 Hours

Planning your team outing and lost on what to do? Bring your clients or colleagues down to Rowing Dock and we’ll handle the rest. Choose from three packages outlined below or reach out to us if you’d like us to put together a custom package. No experience is necessary. Please inquire a minimum of one week prior to your desired experience.

THE PERKS

Guaranteed reservation and equipment

Expedited check-in process

Dedicated dock attendant and guides throughout experience

Free splash bag rentals

Exclusive use of our picnic area

40% off merch

Complimentary water or Gatorade per person

ADD ONS

Professional photography and videography packages to capture your experience

Off-site meeting spaces

Private event buy out

Groups Reservations

Looking to lock down a lot of boats but explore the lake without a host? We’ll get your group all set up with everything you need to have a great time, then we’ll let you fly. Now get out there and make us proud, y’all!

Timing

1hr and 2hr reservations available

Boat Selection

Kayaks (Singles & Doubles)
Canoes
Stand Up Paddleboards

$20 per person/hour (groups of 15+)

Private Guided Tours

Groups that want to see all our favorite nooks and crannies of the lake should go out with a guide! Whether it’s a nature talk or a history lesson on the Austin skyline, we’ll lead the way and make sure your group gets the absolute most out of the Rowing Dock experience. Please inquire one week in advance of your guided tour.

Timing

2+ hour experience

Boat Selection

Kayaks

$45 per person

Tour Options

Journey to the Springs

Beginning at Rowing Dock and ending at Austin’s iconic Barton Springs, this ecological-focused tour will highlight the abundance of plants, wildlife and fish that live in our backyard! It’s a great way to learn about Texas wildlife that not even many locals know! The clear waters of Barton Creek are a haven for local flora and fauna. You’ll learn about the natural history of the magical, wonderful Barton Springs, also known as the fourth largest concentration of natural springs in Texas, and home to the constant 68 degree water that Austin is so famous for!

Sunset Guided Bat Tour

On our incredibly popular seasonal tour, you’ll paddle two miles to the famous Congress Avenue Bridge and get a picture-perfect view of over 1.5 million bats flying overhead. The 4-mile round-trip paddle is accompanied by one of our excellent guides who will teach you about the history and migration of the Mexican Free-Tailed Bats. You’ll also get to learn more about Austin’s prominent architecture across the skyline, the Austin power plant, Auditorium Shores, the history of Congress Avenue Bridge and more. The tour is approximately three hours but please allow for some wiggle room as the bats dictate our timing!

Historical & Architectural Tour

On our popular architectural and historical tour, we’ll head east to the Buford Tower and back. At four miles roundtrip, the tour focuses on the fascinating history of Austin, and touches on the beautiful architecture that helps make this city so vibrant and unique. Guides will talk about the last 3-400 years of history on this stretch of the Colorado, and the buildings and landmarks that we paddle past will serve as signposts on this historic journey. Your guide will help put the bridges, buildings and the greater skyline in context, and also connect the dots from a time when indigenous peoples established villages along the river...through the embattled birth of a capital city...all the way to the tech-fueled period of dramatic growth that we are witnessing today.

'Round Red Bud Isle Tour

This hyper-natural tour heads west, away from the city, and around Austin’s Red Bud Isle and back. The scenery features limestone bluffs, greenery and wildlife everywhere you look! We’ll take you to the city's magical Secret Spring, where you’ll discover a natural spring and oasis that is relatively undiscovered, even by many locals. Your guide will share a historical perspective on the greater Colorado River and the immense watershed that Lady Bird Lake is a part of. They’ll also touch on the Highland Lakes Chain, and how this series of dams and reservoirs has changed and revolutionized the region.

Teambuilding & Games

Getting your team out on the water is a great way to break the ice, build a bond, or just let loose. We’ve got all the expertise and equipment you need to a make group of any size come together as one.

Timing

2.5 hour experience

Boat Selection

Kayaks
Canoes
Stand Up Paddleboards

At this time, this experience is not available. In coming weeks, you will have the option to automatically book the teambuilding experience that best meets your needs!

What to bring

We require each of these before you hit the water, no exceptions – but keep in mind our dock doesn’t have secured storage for additional items.

Photo ID

Matching Credit Card

Rental Waiver

(provided at dock)

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RULES & GUIDELINES FOR SMOOTH SAILING

Rule number one, obviously, is to have fun.
Alas, there are a few more things to know before you paddle.

Read all the rules & guidelines

Corporate Experiences FAQs

Can my group show up without a reservation if we have 10 people or less?

Yes, on weekdays we can accommodate groups of 14 or less without a reservation, although we always appreciate a heads up as volumes are busier. You could shoot us a note at info@rowingdock.com with your party size and estimated time of arrival or email us for tips on how to expedite your check in process. If you are a larger party coming on a weekend, it is best to call ahead or book a reservation via our "Groups" page. Guided paddles and our teambuilding and games activities must be reserved in advance.

If I book a group reservation, what is included?

There are several perks to booking a group reservation, including but not limited to guaranteed use of equipment, an expedited check-in process, a dedicated dock attendant and guides throughout experience, free splash bag rentals, complimentary water or Gatorade per person , exclusive use of our picnic area, 40% off merch and access to our full size parking lot.

How many people can you accommodate at Rowing Dock?

We can accommodate parties of 10 to parties of 300. Very large groups could require a partial or full dock buyout. To inquire, fill out the form above.

If I book a reservation, guided paddle or teambuilding experience, is a deposit required?

Yes, a 25% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. Deposit invoices will be sent via email and will be payable online. Final payment is due the Monday before your event and will be processed automatically using the card on file unless a different payment method has been coordinated in advance. If you have changes to your final headcount, they must be submitted in writing one full business day before your final billing date.

How long can we use the picnic area and how many people do the tables hold?

You can use the picnic area for the duration of your event. Depending on your group's size, our tables can fit up to 40 if you are the only group that has an event for that day. We will have it prepped and ready for your arrival.

Can I reschedule my group reservation if something comes up?

To reschedule your outing at no additional charge, a written request must be received at least 1 business day prior to your final payment date.

What happens if people in my party are running late?

Group paddle schedules are strictly adhered to. Hosts must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your event to meet with your dedicated attendant. Rowing Dock is not responsible for late arrivals or late starting times. Your paddle ending time will not be adjusted to accommodate late guests. Encourage your guests to arrive early.

What happens if the weather looks bad for my upcoming reservation or the experience is cancelled due to weather?

Texas weather is consistently dry and hot with very mild winter conditions. Rowing Dock considers the following conditions acceptable for paddling: temperatures above 50 degrees, winds below 17mph, light rain, overcast skies or high waters with a flow rate below 4000 CFS. In the event of inclement weather, you may reschedule your outing 48 hours prior to the outing at no additional cost. If you are unable to reschedule your event or if Rowing Dock cancels your event due to inclement weather, you will receive a full refund minus a 10% guided paddle staff retainer fee.

Do you have a photographer or videographer if we want to capture our outing?

We can arrange for a photographer and/or videographer to capture your experience on the water at an additional cost. When filling out the form fill, we recommend including that information in the "anything else we should know" section.

How long is the average experience?

It really depends on what you're looking to do. Experiences can be as short as an hour or as long as a half day if interested. Most corporate groups book for 2 - 2.5 hours.

Can we bring food on-site?

Yes, you may. We do not have refrigerated storage though, so do recommend coordinating with a caterer or UberEats to drop off food when your full group is ready to enjoy the experience.

For teambuilding and games, can you customize the content and activities based on the industry of focus?

Yes, we are happy to work with an event coordinator to customize activities around particular content topics based on what your team is interested in doing.

Can we bring alcohol?

No alcohol is permitted while you are on site.

Can you arrange for transportation to and from our location?

We are happy to provide the names of transportation companies to reach out to, but this is not something we typically coordinate.

How large is your parking lot?

We can accommodate roughly 40 cars and there are additional parking options along Stratford drive.

Can we do a private event?

Yes, we can accommodate private events. Pricing ranges based on size of the event, event needs, time on-site and weekday/weekend. To inquire about a private event (dock buyout), please email manager@rowingdock.com

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Corporate Experiences

THE PERKS

ADD ONS

Groups Reservations

Timing

Boat Selection

Private Guided Tours

Timing

Boat Selection

Tour Options

Journey to the Springs

Sunset Guided Bat Tour

Historical & Architectural Tour

'Round Red Bud Isle Tour

Teambuilding & Games

Timing

Boat Selection

What to bring

Photo ID

Matching Credit Card

Rental Waiver

RULES & GUIDELINES FOR SMOOTH SAILING

Corporate Experiences FAQs

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