What we’re about
Welcome to CenTexSUP! We are a group of Stand Up Paddle board enthusiasts in and around Central Texas and are based in Austin, TX.
If you're looking for a group to get out and paddle with, resources, advice or anything else SUP related then you've found the place. We are constantly out on the water enjoying all the lakes and rivers of Central Texas and occasionally the waves down at the coast. We try to get together as an organized group at least a couple of times a month. We have paddles year round so check back often.
Check out the PAGES tab above for a ton of resources, both local and national, as well as our DISCUSSION and PHOTOS page.
Please join our group and get involved in the movement! We'd love to have you...
We look forward to seeing you and getting our feet wet!
The CenTexSUP Team
Upcoming events (3)
See all- SUP El Camino Real PREVIEW!Fisherman's Park, Bastrop, TX
Let's check out the race course for the SUP El Camino Real!
This will be a casual paddle- everyone is welcome! All crafts are welcome!Meet at Fisherman's Park at 8:00am, then we'll shuttle cars to the finish line at the Colorado River Refuge. We'll be on the water by 9:00am and plan for a max water time of 2 hours to check out the water level and course. Then we'll pack up and head to Neighbors for lunch for those that can stick around!
Be sure to dress for the weather, bring plenty of hydration, and protect yourself from the sun (sunscreen, hat, long sleeves if needed)!
PFDs are * REQUIRED*, leashes are suggested (coiled or quick release are best options).
~See you on the water!
LindaI don't suggest paddling your best race board for this paddle.
I hope to host a few more previews of the race, so stay tuned for more!This is a bring your own board paddle- there are no rentals available.
Questions? Send me a message! - SUP El Camino Real 2025 SPRINTS!!Fisherman's Park, Bastrop, TX
SUP El Camino Real , Texas’ original SUP River Race (and the longest-running SUP race in Texas!) will once again be hosted in “Historically Hip” Bastrop, TX on August 8 & 9, 2025
Entry fee for Sprints is ONLY $10!!
Come for the night or stay for the weekend!
Sprints Friday, Downriver and SUP Games on SaturdayREGISTRATION and more info here:
https://paddleguru.com/races/SUPElCaminoReal2025Friday Night Sprints - Fisherman's Park 1200 Willow St
(Registration 5:00 pm-6:00 pm - Races 6:30pm-8:00pm)We will compete in tournament/elimination style with Female and Male categories. Who has the stamina to persevere to VICTORY?
Female and Male winners will receive an amazing prize pack from our sponsors!
SPECTATORS ARE WELCOME and ENCOURAGED!
Bring your camp chair and chill in the cool water of the Colorado River!
If you are interested in VOLUNTEERING, please send a message in meetup or email me at SUPElCaminoReal(at)gmail(dot)com. - SUP El Camino Real 2025 - The OG Texas Downriver Race!Fisherman's Park, Bastrop, TX
SUP El Camino Real Texas’ original SUP River Race will once again be hosted in “Historically Hip” Bastrop, TX on August 9, 2025
REGISTRATION and more info here:
https://paddleguru.com/races/SUPElCaminoReal2025Saturday Morning River Race - Fisherman's Park 1200 Willow St
(Registration 6:30pam-8:30am - Race 9:00am-11:00am)
Saturday Afternoon Social and SUP Games - Colorado River Refuge
(Fun, Games, Awards, and Socializing! Noon - 3:00pm)The charm of Bastrop and the Colorado River offer a unique paddling experience for average paddlers, elite paddlers, weekend warriors, and beginners alike. We're changing things up a bit this year!
There are THREE registration categories this year:
ELITE racer - those who want to go for the best times and the cash prize!
RECREATIONAL racer - those who want to push themselves to race and have fun!
INFLATABLE racer - those who want to blow up and show! Come experience some fun on the river!
The TOP 3 ELITE Racers will be awarded a medal as well as an EQUAL CASH prize (varied for place) for both Men's and Women's categories in both age groups Open (18-49) and Masters (50+) as long as there are THREE RACERS in each category.
*If there are not 3 racers, categories will be combined. (ie - 2 open Elite men, 3 masters Elite men will be combined into MENS ELITE category).It PAYS to encourage your friends to race!
Cash categories planned for:
Women's Masters (50+) First, Second, Third
Men's Masters (50+) First, Second, Third
Women's Open (18-49) First, Second, Third
Men's Open (18-49) First, Second, Third
Youth will be added if there is enough registrants and will most likely be a combined Girls & Boys field.Recreational and Inflatable paddlers will be awarded a medal for First, Second, and Third using the same categories and rules listed above.
