📜 A curious island hidden in plain sight on Austin's Lady Bird Lake, also called 'Hobo Island'.🔍 Not officially acknowledged by the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. # Why Go🌊 Explore a unique, tree-covered island🛶 Accessible by non-powered watercraft for kayakers and fishers🌳 Discover features like a tree swing, trapeze, rope swing, fire pit, and picnic tables🐶 Visit the well-kept grave for a dog named Squiggles🤫 Discover a hidden, unofficial spot in plain sight # Why Avoid🚫 Swimming in Lady Bird Lake is illegal🔥 Open fires are often banned in Austin parks⚠️ West side access involves a six-foot dirt drop off # Tips🅿️ Near the HI Hostel on Riverside Drive🛶 Kayak, SUP, and canoe rentals are available on Lady Bird Lake; EpicSUP is closest💡 Easiest to get onto the island on the east side