Apartments Near Brazos River Walk
The Brazos River runs through the heart of Waco with a scenic riverwalk, kayaking, paddle boarding, and walking trails connecting campus to downtown.
Why Brazos River Walk Matters
The Brazos River is Waco's defining geography — it cuts through the city north to south, and the Brazos River Walk runs along both banks from near McLane Stadium up through downtown to Cameron Park. The walking path is paved, well-maintained, and forms one of the best free outdoor amenities Baylor students have. Living 0.5 miles from the nearest river access means a daily run, a sunset walk, or a Saturday-morning kayak rental are all in reach without driving. The river itself is calmer and wider in the Waco stretch — well-suited for paddle boarding, kayaking, and small motorboats. SUP and kayak rentals are available near the suspension bridge area. The riverwalk also connects 19Eleven's neighborhood to McLane Stadium on game days, to downtown for weekend dinners, and to Cameron Park for serious hikes — it's effectively a pedestrian backbone for everything south of campus.
0.5 mi
Distance
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Min Walk
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Min Drive
3
Floor Plans
What's Around Brazos River Walk
The walkable picks 19Eleven residents actually use on the way to and from Brazos River Walk.
Brazos River SUP Rentals
Stand-up paddleboard and kayak rentals near the suspension bridge — popular weekend activity.
Indian Spring Park
Riverfront park downtown — fits into a longer riverwalk route from campus.
McLane Stadium
The stadium sits right on the river — the walking path passes the south end on game days.
Local Tips
Sunset along the riverwalk near campus is some of the best free scenery in Waco — even more so in fall.
SUP rentals are seasonal (roughly March through October) — verify hours before driving over.
The riverwalk gets busy on weekends with families and visitors — go early morning or weekday for empty paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Live 0.5 mi from Brazos River Walk
Schedule a tour and see the neighborhood for yourself.
