What are the best neighborhoods in Austin for trail access?

Barton Creek, Zilker, Travis Heights, and Westlake Hills offer the most direct access to Austin's trail network. Barton Creek residents can walk to the 12.7-mile Barton Creek Greenbelt. Zilker borders the 10.1-mile Ann and Roy Butler Trail around Lady Bird Lake. Northwest Hills connects to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (30,000+ acres). Travis Heights has direct lakeside trail access on foot.

What are the best trail running routes in Austin?

The Lady Bird Lake Trail (10.1-mile paved loop) is Austin's best urban running route - flat, scenic, and accessible from Travis Heights, Zilker, and downtown. For trail running, the Barton Creek Greenbelt offers 12.7 miles of rocky limestone singletrack through canyon terrain. Shoal Creek Trail (3.2 miles, paved) runs north-south through Clarksville and Old West Austin. Bull Creek adds a 2.1-mile loop with creek crossings near Northwest Hills. Turkey Creek Trail at Emma Long has 2.3 miles of canyon running with 250 ft of elevation gain.

How long is the Barton Creek Greenbelt?

The Barton Creek Greenbelt stretches 12.7 miles from Zilker Park to the Hill of Life trailhead near MoPac and Southwest Parkway. It includes swimming holes (Sculpture Falls, Twin Falls, Campbell's Hole), rock climbing walls, and mountain biking trails. Trail conditions depend on recent rainfall - check Austin Parks Foundation or AllTrails before going.

Can you walk or bike along Lady Bird Lake?

Yes. The Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail is a 10.1-mile paved loop around Lady Bird Lake. It connects to the Boardwalk, Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge, and Lamar Pedestrian Bridge. Neighborhoods with direct access include Zilker, Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, and downtown condos along Cesar Chavez. The trail is open sunrise to midnight and has water fountains every half mile.

Where can I mountain bike in Austin?

Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park in north Austin has 13+ miles of singletrack and is the most popular mountain biking spot in the city. The Barton Creek Greenbelt offers challenging, technical limestone riding (best when dry). Pace Bend Park on Lake Travis has 8 miles of moderate trails with lake views ($10 day use). McKinney Falls State Park has beginner-friendly loops. Emma Long Metropolitan Park (Turkey Creek Trail) has canyon riding in the Balcones Canyonlands.

What are the best off-leash dog parks in Austin?

Red Bud Isle is a 13-acre island in Lake Austin that's completely off-leash with deep water swimming - the most popular dog spot in Austin (go early on weekends). Zilker Park has a large off-leash area along Barton Creek. Bull Creek off-leash area near Northwest Hills has creek swimming. Auditorium Shores has off-leash access to Lady Bird Lake with skyline views. Norwood Dog Park near Travis Heights has fenced areas for large and small dogs. Onion Creek District Park in southeast Austin has 12 acres of off-leash space with fewer crowds.

What outdoor activities are available in Northwest Austin?

Northwest Austin connects to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (over 30,000 acres), Bull Creek District Park (trail running, swimming, off-leash dogs), and the Shoal Creek Trail system. St. Edwards Park has a 2.1-mile loop with creek crossings. Commons Ford Ranch has easy lakeside trails. Northwest Hills and Great Hills are 5-10 minutes from all of these.

Which Austin neighborhoods are best for outdoor lifestyle?

For greenbelt hiking: Barton Creek, Lost Creek, Zilker. For lake access: Lake Austin waterfront, Lakeway. For trail running: Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, Zilker (Lady Bird Lake Trail). For mountain biking: Barton Hills, North Austin (Walnut Creek). For dog owners: Tarrytown (Red Bud Isle), Zilker, Northwest Hills (Bull Creek). For Hill Country terrain: Westlake Hills, Rob Roy, Bee Cave. Keenan Group clients regularly prioritize outdoor access in their home search - we've helped 1,000+ Austin families find their fit over 25 years.

Where are the best swimming holes near Austin?

Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Park stays 68 degrees year-round ($5-$9 entry). Sculpture Falls in the Barton Creek Greenbelt is free with a 1.7-mile hike from Gus Fruh. Campbell's Hole along Barton Creek has cliff jumping (short hike from Spyglass). Hamilton Pool Preserve is 30 miles west with a 50-foot waterfall - reservations required via Travis County Parks. Krause Springs near Spicewood has 32 natural springs ($9 cash only). All are seasonal except Barton Springs Pool.

Is Austin good for trail running year-round?

Yes, with planning. Austin averages 228 sunny days per year. The Lady Bird Lake Trail has water fountains every half mile and is runnable 12 months a year. The Barton Creek Greenbelt provides shade in summer. Most runners shift to early morning schedules (before 8 AM) from May through September when temperatures regularly exceed 95 degrees. Fall and spring are ideal - 60s and 70s with low humidity.

How does trail access affect Austin home values?

Homes within walking distance of the Barton Creek Greenbelt, Lady Bird Lake Trail, or Bull Creek typically carry a premium over comparable homes without trail access. Zilker, Travis Heights, and Barton Hills see the strongest correlation between trail proximity and pricing. Northwest Hills and Westlake Hills homes near preserve access also benefit. Our team has helped 1,000+ Austin families factor outdoor lifestyle into their home search over 25 years.

Austin Trails by Neighborhood

I've been running Austin's trails for over 20 years. When clients ask me about outdoor access, I don't pull up a map - I describe the route I ran that morning.

Austin is one of the best trail running cities in the country. You have a 10-mile paved lakeside loop, a 12-mile limestone canyon system, and 30,000 acres of Hill Country preserve - all within city limits. The trail you run tells you the neighborhood you want.

If you want flat, fast miles with skyline views, you want the Lady Bird Lake Trail - which means Travis Heights, Zilker, or downtown. If you want technical singletrack through limestone canyons, you want the Barton Creek Greenbelt - which means Barton Creek, Barton Hills, or Lost Creek. If you want creek crossings and canyon trails, Northwest Hills puts you 5 minutes from Bull Creek.

Here are the routes I run most and the neighborhoods they connect to.

Name	Cuisine / Type	Price	Highlights	Last verified
183A Shared Use Path Avery Ranch Map	—	—	6+ miles along 183A toll road, easy, biking_commuting A paved multi-use path running alongside the 183A toll road	2026-03-27
Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail Bouldin Creek · Bryker Woods · Downtown Austin · Downtown Condos · East Austin · Hyde Park · Rollingwood · South Congress · ZilkerAccess via Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704 Map	—	—	10-mile loop, Easy, Paved multi-use trail The crown jewel of Austin's trail system	2026-03-27
Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail Barton Hills · Cherrywood · Old Enfield · RosedaleAccess via Zilker Park, Austin, TX 78704 Map	—	—	10.1 miles (full loop), Easy, Hike & Bike Trail Austin's signature urban trail loops around Lady Bird Lake	2026-03-27
Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail Travis Heights Map	—	—	14.6-mile loop, Easy, Paved Multi-Use Trail Austin's signature trail loops around Lady Bird Lake, and Travis Heights sits right above the south shore	2026-03-27
Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail (Holly Segment) East Holly Map	—	—	10 miles (full loop); Holly segment ~1.5 miles, Easy, Paved multi-use trail The crown jewel of Austin trails runs right along Holly's southern edge at Lady Bird Lake	2026-03-27
Avery Ranch Internal Trail System Avery Ranch Map	—	—	6+ miles of connected paths, easy, walking_biking Avery Ranch was designed so you can walk or bike between neighborhoods without crossing a major road	2026-03-27
Balcones Canyonlands Preserve UT Golf Club Map	—	—	—	—
Balcones District Park Allandale · Great Hills · Northwest Hills Map	—	—	1-mile loop plus connector trails, easy_to_moderate, park_trails 51 acres with a one-mile loop trail (half paved, half natural surface), basketball and volleyball courts, a playground, and Balcones Pool	2026-03-27
Balcones District Park Trails Brentwood · Westover Hills	—	—	1 mile of paved and natural trails, Easy, Walking / Nature Paved pathways and short nature trails through the park, connecting the pool, playgrounds, basketball courts, and pavilion areas Enter at 12017 Amherst Dr The free pool is open summer months	2026-03-27
Barking Springs (Off-Leash Swimming) Barton Hills2201 William Barton Dr (downstream side), Austin, TX 78746	—	—	Easy, swimming_dogs The unofficial free swimming area just downstream from Barton Springs Pool, where the spring runoff creates a shallower, warmer pool	2026-03-27
Bartholomew District Park Cherrywood Map	—	—	Multiple trails across 57 acres, Easy, District Park 57-acre park just north of the neighborhood with a municipal pool (free admission), playground, picnic areas, and sports facilities	2026-03-27
Bartholomew District Park Trails Mueller	—	—	1.0 mile (internal loop), easy, park_trails 57-acre district park with shaded walking paths, sports fields, and a free public swimming pool with two slides and a diving board The pool is free and open seasonally one of the best-kept secrets in East Austin	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt Barton Creek · Bouldin Creek · Pemberton Heights · Zilker Map	—	—	12+ miles of trails, Easy to Moderate, Natural hiking/biking trail Over 12 miles of limestone trails following Barton Creek south and west from Zilker Park	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Camp Craft Trailhead Canyon Ranch1710 Camp Craft Rd, Austin, TX 78746 Map	—	—	Variable - up to 12 miles one way on the full Greenbelt, easy_to_moderate, hiking_swimming The closest Greenbelt access point for Barton Creek West residents Parking is limited arrive before 9am on weekends or you'll be circling	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Gus Fruh Access Rollingwood2642 Barton Hills Dr, Austin, TX 78704	—	—	3.0 miles round trip, moderate, hiking / swimming The closest Greenbelt access to Rollingwood and the fastest route to Campbell's Hole, the best swimming hole on the creek Swimming depends on recent rainfall check Austin watershed levels before going	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Gus Fruh Access Barton Hills2642 Barton Hills Dr, Austin, TX 78704	—	—	Access to 12+ mile trail system, Moderate (rocky descent to creek), hiking_swimming_climbing This is THE reason people pay a premium to live in Barton Hills	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Loop 360 Access Lost Creek Map	—	—	7.25 miles total greenbelt, Moderate, Hiking / Mountain Biking / Swimming The main access point for the Barton Creek Greenbelt, with the best parking along the trail system	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Loop 360 Trailhead Austin Country Club · Davenport Ranch · Four Seasons at Lake Austin · Rob Roy Map	—	—	7.9 miles end-to-end, Moderate, Creek / Swimming Holes / Multi-Use Over 7 miles of trail through limestone canyons following Barton Creek	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Sculpture Falls Flintrock Falls Map	—	—	4.2 miles out-and-back, Moderate, Hiking / Swimming Austin's most popular greenbelt trail with natural swimming holes when the creek is flowing	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Sculpture Falls Westlake Hills	—	—	3.2 miles out-and-back, Moderate, hiking / swimming Access the Greenbelt from the Westlake side via Scottish Woods Trail off 360 Enter via Scottish Woods Trail, which dead-ends into Camp Craft Rd The hike down is relentless	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Spyglass Access Barton Hills1601 Spyglass Dr, Austin, TX 78746	—	—	Access to 12+ mile trail system, Moderate, hiking The second Greenbelt access point closest to Barton Hills	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt - Spyglass Trailhead Rollingwood1601 Spyglass Dr, Austin, TX 78746	—	—	2.5 miles round trip, easy to moderate, hiking The Spyglass access drops you onto the main Greenbelt trail with options to head east toward Zilker or west toward the wilder upper sections Morning runs here before 8am are the Rollingwood move you'll see the same neighbors every day	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Greenbelt (South Access) Circle C Ranch · Circle C Ranch Map	—	—	12+ miles, Moderate to Difficult, Natural Surface - Hike, Bike, Swim Austin's signature greenbelt is accessible from the south via MoPac	2026-03-27
Barton Creek Habitat Preserve Barton Creek · Canyon Ranch · Davenport RanchAdjacent to Barton Creek West off Hwy 71, Austin, TX 78735 Map	—	—	4 miles of trails, Moderate, Nature Preserve / Hiking 4,083-acre Nature Conservancy preserve protecting golden-cheeked warbler habitat	2026-03-27
Barton Springs Pool Barton Hills · Bouldin Creek · Downtown Austin · Downtown Condos · Lost Creek · Rollingwood · South Congress · Tarrytown2201 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746 Map	—	—	3 acres, Easy, Natural spring-fed swimming pool A 68-degree spring-fed pool in Zilker Park that holds about 32 million gallons	2026-03-27
Barton Springs Pool Walkway Zilker Map	—	—	0.5 miles, Easy, Walking / Nature The tree-lined path connecting the Barton Springs Pool entrance to the surrounding park and creek areas	2026-03-27
Bee Cave Central Park Canyon Ranch · Flintrock Falls · Sweetwater13742 Bee Cave Pkwy, Bee Cave, TX 78738 Map	—	—	1.5 miles loop, Easy, Park / Walking Trails Family-friendly park with paved walking trails, a playground, and open green space	2026-03-27
Bee Cave Central Park Perimeter Trail Serene Hills Map	—	—	1 mile, Easy, Walking / Running Paved perimeter trail just west of the 620 and Bee Cave Parkway intersection	2026-03-27
Bee Cave Central Park Trail Bee Cave Map	—	—	1.4-mile loop, Easy, Walking / Running / Biking Paved 1-mile concrete trail through 50 acres of grasslands and live oaks	2026-03-27
Bee Cave Hike & Bike Trail Sweetwater Map	—	—	1.5 miles, Easy, Paved Multi-Use Trail Connects Falconhead Blvd south along 620 to Central Park and then to the Hill Country Galleria	2026-03-27
Bee Cave Multi-Use Trail Bee Cave Map	—	—	1.5 miles, Easy, Biking / Walking / Running Paved connector trail from Falconhead Boulevard south along 620 to Central Park and onward to the Galleria	2026-03-27
Bee Cave Park Loop Serene Hills Map	—	—	1.4 miles, Easy, Hiking / Walking Paved loop trail at Bee Cave City Park with a 4.6-star rating on AllTrails	2026-03-27
Bee Cave Sculpture Park Bee Cave Map	—	—	7-acre park, Easy, Walking / Art A hidden cultural asset most visitors miss	2026-03-27
Bee Creek Trail at Lost Creek Rob Roy Map	—	—	1.5 miles, Easy, Neighborhood Trail / Walking A paved neighborhood trail that runs through the Lost Creek subdivision adjacent to Rob Roy	2026-03-27
Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park Trails Allandale · Northwest Hills	—	—	1.2 miles of paved and natural trails, easy, urban park The neighborhood's backyard park at 7000 Ardath St The pond loop is stroller-friendly Morning walkers own the path before 8 AM	2026-03-27
Big Stacy Park Travis Heights Map	—	—	Easy, Neighborhood Park / Swimming The heart of Travis Heights outdoor life	2026-03-27
Big Stacy Park & Pool South Congress Map	—	—	23-acre park, Easy, Neighborhood Park / Swimming Austin's only free and heated public pool sits at the south end of Stacy Park along Blunn Creek	2026-03-27
Blue Hole Regional Park Driftwood Golf Ranch Club Map	—	—	1.5 miles of trails, Easy, Hiking / Swimming A spring-fed swimming hole on Cypress Creek in Wimberley with towering cypress trees and rope swings	2026-03-27
Blunn Creek Greenbelt Bouldin Creek Map	—	—	1.5 miles, Easy to Moderate, Natural hiking trail A quieter trail on the east side of South Congress running through St	2026-03-27
Blunn Creek Greenbelt Trail South Congress · Travis Heights Map	—	—	0.88 miles, Easy, Urban Hiking Trail A shaded urban trail connecting Little Stacy Park to Big Stacy Park through the Travis Heights neighborhood	2026-03-27
Blunn Creek Nature Preserve South Congress · Travis Heights Map	—	—	40 acres, Moderate, Nature Preserve / Hiking Across from St	2026-03-27
Boggy Creek Greenbelt East Austin Map	—	—	1.6 miles, Easy, Nature trail / Creek A ribbon of green cutting through East Austin neighborhoods	2026-03-27
Boggy Creek Greenbelt Trail Cherrywood · East Holly Map	—	—	2.6 miles, Easy, Urban creek trail A shaded corridor along Boggy Creek with oaks, pecans, and a mix of paved and gravel paths	2026-03-27
Boulder Trail Park Lost Creek Map	—	—	Easy, Park / Nature A pocket park on Whitemarsh Valley Walk with natural boulder formations and native landscaping	2026-03-27
Brentwood Neighborhood Park Trail Crestview	—	—	0.6 miles, easy, park_loop Gravel loop circling the open fields at Brentwood Park, passing playgrounds, picnic tables, and sports courts under mature oak and pecan trees Park on Arroyo Seco or Yates Ave The loop connects to the pool area in summer	2026-03-27
Brentwood Park Loop Brentwood	—	—	0.5 miles, Easy, Walking / Jogging The paved loop through Brentwood Neighborhood Park at 6710 Arroyo Seco Morning is best before the playground fills up The pool is open summers only	2026-03-27
Brentwood to North Loop Walk Brentwood	—	—	1.2 miles one way, Easy, Urban Walk The neighborhood walk from Brentwood Park east through tree-lined residential streets to the North Loop shopping and dining district Saturday mornings are ideal Hit Room Service Vintage and Breakaway Records, then grab coffee at Epoch	2026-03-27
Bright Leaf Nature Preserve Cat Mountain · Highland Park West Map	—	—	2.8 miles, 347 ft elevation gain, Moderate, Nature Preserve / Guided Hikes A protected tract within Highland Park West that requires guided access	2026-03-27
Bright Leaf Preserve Northwest Hills	—	—	2.5 miles of trails, moderate, nature preserve A 200-acre nature preserve with hilltop views on the edge of NW Hills Access is guided hikes only check with the preserve for scheduled tours	2026-03-27
Bright Sky Overlook Steiner Ranch	—	—	0.8 miles, Easy, hiking Short but rewarding trail to one of the best panoramic overlooks in the community Sunset timing is everything here Quick enough for a weekday evening walk	2026-03-27
Brushy Creek Lake Park Avery Ranch Map	—	—	1.5-mile loop around lake, easy, park_water A 90-acre park centered on a man-made lake with kayak and paddleboard rentals	2026-03-27
Brushy Creek Regional Trail Avery Ranch Map	—	—	10.9 miles end-to-end, easy, hiking_biking The crown jewel of Avery Ranch outdoor life	2026-03-27
Brushy Creek Sports Park Avery Ranch Map	—	—	Multiple fields and trails, easy, sports_recreation The area's main sports complex with soccer fields, baseball diamonds, a skate park, disc golf course, and playground	2026-03-27
Bull Creek District Park & Greenbelt Cat Mountain · Great Hills · Northwest Hills · Westover Hills Map	—	—	1+ miles of trails, easy, park_swimming The family-friendly gateway to the creek system	2026-03-27
Bull Creek Greenbelt Great Hills · Highland Park West · Lake Austin · Northwest Hills · River Place · River Place Country Club Map	—	—	3+ miles of interconnected trails, Easy to Moderate, Creek Trail / Swimming Hole The greenbelt follows Bull Creek through some of the most scenic terrain in Austin	2026-03-27
Bull Creek Greenbelt (Upper) Cat Mountain Map	—	—	3.0 miles, Moderate, Creek Trail / Nature Walk The upper section of Bull Creek, accessed from 360, is wilder and less crowded than the lower park	2026-03-27
Bull Creek Preserve Trail Westover Hills	—	—	4.7-mile loop, Moderate, Hiking / Nature Preserve A moderately challenging loop through endangered Golden-Cheeked Warbler nesting habitat March through July requires a permit from Austin Parks the warbler nesting season closes portions of the trail	2026-03-27
Burnet Road Corridor Walk Brentwood	—	—	2.5 miles (45th to Anderson Lane), Easy, Urban Walk The increasingly walkable Burnet Road restaurant and retail corridor from 45th Street to Anderson Lane Start at Picnik for coffee, work your way north Phil's Ice House and Amy's for lunch, Top Notch for the Dazed and Confused experience, Yard Bar if you brought the dog	2026-03-27
Camp Mabry Fitness Trail Highland Park West Map	—	—	1-mile paved loop, Easy, Paved Track / Fitness Circuit A one-mile paved track inside the Camp Mabry military installation, open free to the public	2026-03-27
Canyonlands & Mt. Lakeway Trail System Belvedere · Lakeway Map	—	—	3+ miles of interconnected trails, Easy to Challenging, Hiking / Mountain Biking Lakeway's signature trail network across 20 acres at Rough Hollow Cove	2026-03-27
Canyonlands at Lake Travis Flintrock Falls Map	—	—	2.5 miles loop, Easy to Moderate, Hiking / Nature Preserve A 20-acre tract at Rough Hollow Cove with a scenic canyon running through it	2026-03-27
Canyonlands Nature Preserve Hills of Lakeway · The Hills Map	—	—	1.5 miles loop, Moderate, Hiking / Nature Walk Twenty-four acres of canyon scenery above the Rough Hollow Cove arm of Lake Travis	2026-03-27
Champion Park Avery Ranch Map	—	—	1-mile loop plus connector trails, easy, park_playground A 33-acre Williamson County park that connects directly to Avery Ranch via a pedestrian bridge over Brushy Creek	2026-03-27
Charro Ranch Park Driftwood Golf Ranch Club Map	—	—	2.5 miles of trails, Easy, Park / Trails 64-acre Hays County park with walking and biking trails through native Hill Country grasslands	2026-03-27
Cherrywood Pocket Park & Creek Cherrywood Map	—	—	Short walk, Easy, Pocket Park / Creek Access Neighbors transformed a vacant lot at Cherrywood and 34th into this community green space	2026-03-27
Circle C Hike & Bike Trails Circle C Ranch · Circle C Ranch Map	—	—	10+ miles total, Easy, Paved & Natural Surface - Community Trails An extensive network of paved and natural surface trails connecting Circle C neighborhoods to parks, schools, and shopping	2026-03-27
Circle C Metropolitan Park on Slaughter Creek Circle C Ranch · Circle C Ranch Map	—	—	5+ miles of trails, Easy to Moderate, Multi-Use Park - Trails, Disc Golf, Fields The neighborhood's backyard park	2026-03-27
Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park Four Seasons at Lake Austin Map	—	—	2 miles of trails, Easy, Lakefront / Prairie Riverside trails along Lake Austin with restored prairie grasslands, bird watching, and mature pecan groves	2026-03-27
Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park Davenport Ranch · River Place · River Place Country Club · UT Golf Club Map	—	—	2 miles of trails, Easy, Nature Park / Birding / Hiking Quiet park on Lake Austin with prairie restoration, waterfall trail, and excellent birding	2026-03-27
Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Viewing Downtown Austin · Downtown Condos Map	—	—	easy, wildlife/nature 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats live under the Congress Avenue Bridge from March through November, making it the largest urban bat colony in North America Peak season is July and August when pups join the flight The south shore below the bridge gives the best viewing angle	2026-03-27
Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Viewing Travis Heights Map	—	—	Easy, Wildlife Viewing From March through October, 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats emerge from under the Ann W	2026-03-27
Crestview/Highland Urban Trail Crestview	—	—	1.1 miles, easy, paved_urban_trail Paved commuter path connecting Crestview MetroRail Station to Highland Station, running parallel to the rail line and Airport Boulevard Connects directly to both MetroRail stations Good for bike commuting to ACC Highland or the Q2 Stadium area	2026-03-27
Deep Eddy Pool Old Enfield Map	—	—	Easy, swimming The oldest swimming pool in Texas, spring-fed since 1915	2026-03-27
Deep Eddy Pool Tarrytown	—	—	easy, swimming Texas' oldest swimming pool, spring-fed and open year-round Tuesday and Friday closures for maintenance Summer evenings are packed	2026-03-27
Downtown Walk via West 6th Street Clarksville	—	—	0.8 miles to Congress Avenue, easy, walking/urban The reason people pay Clarksville prices: a flat, sidewalked walk east on 6th Street puts you at Congress Avenue and the heart of downtown in 15 minutes West 6th between Lamar and Congress has good sidewalks and shade trees The walk is entirely flat	2026-03-27
Duncan Park and 9th Street BMX Old Enfield Map	—	—	5 acres, Easy (park), Moderate (BMX track), recreation/BMX A 5-acre park between 9th and 10th on Lamar with picnic tables and something rare in Austin parks - a BMX bike track run by 9th Street BMX	2026-03-27
East Metropolitan Park East Austin Map	—	—	Multiple trails across 273 acres, Easy, Metro park / Multi-use 273-acre park with disc golf, stocked fishing pond, basketball, volleyball, tennis courts, and walking trails	2026-03-27
Eastridge Trail Steiner Ranch	—	—	1.8 miles, Easy, hiking A gentler trail through the eastern section of Steiner Ranch, running through the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Popular morning running route Less crowded than J Canyon	2026-03-27
Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach East Holly Map	—	—	N/A - park, Easy, Urban lakefront park Built on the former Holly Power Plant site at Lady Bird Lake's north shore	2026-03-27
Emma Long Metropolitan Park Davenport Ranch · Rob Roy Map	—	—	4+ miles (Turkey Creek Trail), Moderate to Difficult, Lakeside Park / Hiking / Swimming One of Austin's largest parks, right on Lake Austin's shore	2026-03-27
Emma Long Metropolitan Park Westlake Hills	—	—	Various trails, 1-3 miles, Easy, park / lake Austin's oldest city park sits on the shores of Lake Austin with sandy beaches, hiking trails through oak and juniper forest, and designated swimming areas Entry fee applies ($5/vehicle on weekdays, $10 weekends) Arrive before 10 AM on summer weekends	2026-03-27
Emma Long Metropolitan Park - Turkey Creek Trail UT Golf Club Map	—	—	—	—
Emma Long Shoreline Trail Four Seasons at Lake Austin · Lake Austin Map	—	—	1.2 miles along shore, Easy, Lakefront / Walking Flat walking trail along a mile of Lake Austin shoreline inside Emma Long Park	2026-03-27
Falconhead West Primitive Park Bee Cave · Serene Hills · Sweetwater Map	—	—	3.6 miles (4 color-coded segments), Easy to Moderate, Hiking / Mountain Biking 145-acre natural preserve between Lakeway and Bee Cave	2026-03-27
Fiesta Gardens / Festival Beach East Holly Map	—	—	N/A - park, Easy, Lakefront event park Lakefront event grounds and gardens at 2101 Jesse E	2026-03-27
Flintrock Falls Golf Course Trails Hills of Lakeway · The Hills Map	—	—	Various cart paths and walking trails, Easy, Walking / Nature Walk Members-only walking paths along the Nicklaus-designed course that wind through native Hill Country terrain	2026-03-27
Great Hills Park Trail Great Hills · Westover Hills Map	—	—	2.3 miles of trails, easy_to_moderate, hiking_nature The neighborhood's own 80-acre nature park with five trailheads, creek crossings, and fossils in the streambed after rain	2026-03-27
Greenway Primitive Trails Bee Cave Map	—	—	~5 miles total, Moderate, Hiking / Trail Running Undeveloped primitive trails with real elevation changes and low foot traffic	2026-03-27
Gus Fruh Pool - Barton Creek Greenbelt Austin Country Club Map	—	—	0.5 miles to pool from trailhead, Moderate, Swimming Hole / Hiking A rocky descent leads to one of the Greenbelt's most popular swimming holes and rock climbing walls	2026-03-27
Hamilton Greenbelt Flintrock Falls · Hills of Lakeway · Lakeway · The Hills Map	—	—	5.1 miles out-and-back, Easy to Moderate, Hiking / Mountain Biking Lakeway's best-kept trail system runs along a creek with small waterfalls and limestone formations	2026-03-27
Hamilton Pool Preserve Barton Creek · Bee Cave · Belvedere · Driftwood Golf Ranch Club · Loraloma · Sweetwater Map	—	—	0.75 mile trail to pool, Moderate, Natural Pool / Hiking A collapsed grotto with a 50-foot waterfall feeding a jade-green swimming hole	2026-03-27
Hamilton Pool Preserve Spanish Oaks	—	—	0.25 mile trail to pool, Easy, hiking_swimming A collapsed limestone grotto with a 50-foot waterfall dropping into a jade-green swimming hole Reservations required every day of the week $12 per vehicle online plus $8 per adult	2026-03-27
Hancock Creek Greenway Crestview	—	—	1.5 miles informal, easy, neighborhood_path Hancock Creek (also called Hancock Branch) flows through Crestview and Brentwood along the divided Arroyo Seco street before joining Shoal Creek Follow Arroyo Seco for the most pleasant walking route The creek is seasonal	2026-03-27
Hancock Golf Course & Trails Hyde Park · Rosedale Map	—	—	9-hole course, perimeter walking path, Easy, Golf Course / Walking Path The oldest golf course in Texas, dating to 1899	2026-03-27
J Canyon Trail Steiner Ranch	—	—	1.5 miles, Easy to Moderate, hiking One of the most popular resident trails running through the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve within Steiner Ranch After rain is the best time the creek fills and the canyon comes alive	2026-03-27
Jacob's Well Natural Area Driftwood Golf Ranch Club Map	—	—	5 miles of trails, Easy to Moderate, Hiking / Swimming A perpetual artesian spring flowing from an underwater cave system - the water is crystal clear and stays around 68 degrees year-round	2026-03-27
Johnson Creek Trail Zilker Map	—	—	1.2 miles, Easy, Walking / Cycling Connects the Zilker neighborhood to the Lamar Bridge and downtown trail system	2026-03-27
Krause Springs Loraloma Map	—	—	Short garden trails, Easy, Natural Springs / Swimming / Hiking A 115-acre family-owned property with 32 natural springs feeding swimming holes shaded by ancient cypress trees	2026-03-27
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Barton Creek	—	—	284 acres with multiple garden trails, Easy, Botanical Garden / Nature Trails The state botanical garden of Texas and a terminus of the Violet Crown Trail Open Tue-Sun, 9 AM-5 PM Adults ~$12	2026-03-27
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Trails Circle C Ranch · Circle C Ranch Map	—	—	2+ miles of paths, Easy, Botanical Garden Trails Part of UT Austin, with native Texas plant gardens and maintained trails through Hill Country landscapes	2026-03-27
Lady Bird Lake Boardwalk South Congress · Travis Heights · Zilker Map	—	—	1.3 miles, Easy, Waterfront Boardwalk The newest section of the Butler Trail floats over Lady Bird Lake on the south shore	2026-03-27
Lady Bird Lake Eastside Loop East Holly Map	—	—	5.8 miles (loop), Easy-Moderate, Paved loop trail The eastern loop of Lady Bird Lake is less crowded than the west side and runs right through Holly's backyard	2026-03-27
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail Pemberton Heights Map	—	—	10 miles (full loop), Easy, Lakeside Trail / Multi-Use Austin's most popular trail with 2.6 million visits per year	2026-03-27
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail (Pfluger Bridge Access) Clarksville	—	—	10 miles (full loop), easy, hiking/biking Walk south from Clarksville through the Seaholm district to reach Austin's signature trail along Lady Bird Lake The walk down from Clarksville to the lake is downhill remember that coming back	2026-03-27
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail (West Entrance) Tarrytown	—	—	10 miles (full loop), easy, hiking/biking The western end of Austin's signature trail starts near Tom Miller Dam and runs east along the lake through downtown Park at Walsh Boat Landing for easy west-end access Early mornings before 8 AM you'll practically have the trail to yourself	2026-03-27
Lady Bird Lake Kayaking & Paddleboarding Downtown Austin · Downtown Condos Map	—	—	Varies, easy to moderate, water sports Motorized boats are banned on Lady Bird Lake, which makes it one of the best urban paddling spots in the country Texas Rowing Center and The Rowing Dock both offer hourly kayak and SUP rentals Early mornings are glass-calm	2026-03-27
Lake Austin - 360 Boat Ramp Access Austin Country Club Map	—	—	Lake access point, Water Access / Boating Public boat ramp just north of the Pennybacker Bridge	2026-03-27
Lake Austin - Walsh Boat Landing Rob Roy Map	—	—	N/A - lake access point, Easy, Lake Access / Boating / Paddling The most popular public boat ramp on Lake Austin	2026-03-27
Lake Austin Kayak & Paddleboard Access Davenport Ranch Map	—	—	N/A - open water, Easy, Water Sports / Kayaking / Paddleboarding Multiple put-in points along Lake Austin within minutes of Davenport Ranch	2026-03-27
Lake Austin Shoreline at Lake Club Steiner Ranch	—	—	0.5 miles shoreline, Easy, water_access Residents-only access to Lake Austin via the Steiner Ranch Lake Club at 12300 River Bend Electronic key fob required get yours from the HOA office	2026-03-27
Lake Travis Shoreline Access Rough Hollow Map	—	—	3 miles of shoreline, Easy, Water Access / Swimming Rough Hollow sits on three miles of Lake Travis shoreline	2026-03-27
Lakeside Greenbelt Trail Rough Hollow Map	—	—	2.8 miles, Moderate, Hiking / Mountain Biking Wooded path winding around canyon gullies that opens to Lake Travis views via the Peninsula Pass connector	2026-03-27
Lakeway Canyonlands Rough Hollow Map	—	—	8+ miles of trails, Easy to Moderate, Hiking / Mountain Biking City of Lakeway's premier trail system with multiple loops through limestone canyons and juniper groves	2026-03-27
Lakeway Canyonlands to Rough Hollow Cove Rough Hollow Map	—	—	4.2 miles, Moderate, Hiking Connects the Lakeway Canyonlands trail system into Rough Hollow via the trail connector under the Highlands Blvd bridge	2026-03-27
Lakeway City Park & Dog Park Flintrock Falls Map	—	—	1.2 miles, Easy, Park / Waterfront Trails Scenic waterfront trails along Lake Travis with picnic areas and a dedicated off-leash dog park	2026-03-27
Lakeway City Park Loop Trail Lakeway Map	—	—	1.5 miles (paved loop), Easy, Hiking / Walking A paved lake loop trail circling the entire 64-acre City Park with Lake Travis views the whole way	2026-03-27
Lakeway City Park Trail Hills of Lakeway · The Hills Map	—	—	1.5 miles loop, Easy, Walking / Jogging Paved Lake Loop Trail that circles the entire park with direct Lake Travis views	2026-03-27
Lions Municipal Golf Course (Muny) Tarrytown	—	—	18 holes, 6,001 yards, moderate, golf Austin's most beloved municipal course, open since 1928 on the edge of Tarrytown and the UT campus Tee times book fast on weekends reserve online a week ahead	2026-03-27
Little Stacy Park Travis Heights Map	—	—	Easy, Neighborhood Park / Recreation The trailhead for the Blunn Creek Greenbelt, plus a basketball court, volleyball area, and a playground	2026-03-27
Little Walnut Creek Greenbelt Crestview	—	—	4+ miles of informal trails, moderate, natural_trail 206 acres of wooded terrain with creeks and ravines near 51st Street and US-183 Primary trailhead on Springdale Road (5401 Springdale Rd) The terrain is rougher than Shoal Creek	2026-03-27
Loraloma Community Trails Loraloma Map	—	—	40+ miles planned, Easy to Moderate, Private Community / Hiking / Biking The Loraloma development is building out over 40 miles of private trails winding through 1,300 acres of Hill Country terrain	2026-03-27
Lost Creek Boulevard Park Lost Creek Map	—	—	Easy, Park / Playground The neighborhood's central park, maintained by the Lost Creek Limited District	2026-03-27
Lost Creek Greenbelt Canyon RanchLost Creek Blvd at Barton Creek, Austin, TX 78746 Map	—	—	7.3 miles loop (combined with Barton Creek Greenbelt), easy, hiking_swimming A quieter alternative to the main Greenbelt that connects into the larger trail system The waterfall is seasonal best after spring rains	2026-03-27
Lost Creek Trail Lost Creek Map	—	—	1.2 miles out-and-back, Easy, Hiking The neighborhood's own greenbelt entry point	2026-03-27
Mansfield Dam Park Lakeway · UT Golf Club Map	—	—	1 mile of trails, Easy, Swimming / Scuba Diving / Hiking The dam that created Lake Travis in 1942, with picnic areas, swimming access, and one of the few public scuba diving platforms in Central Texas	2026-03-27
Mayfield Park & Nature Preserve Highland Park West Map	—	—	1.5 miles of trails across 21 acres, Easy, Nature Preserve / Garden Twenty-one acres of hiking trails on a bluff overlooking Lake Austin, with a historic cottage and gardens	2026-03-27
Mayfield Park & Nature Preserve Pemberton Heights · Tarrytown Map	—	—	23 acres, Easy, Park / Gardens / Nature Preserve Free botanical gardens with an 1870s cottage and about two dozen free-roaming peacocks	2026-03-27
Mayfield Park & Preserve Austin Country Club Map	—	—	2 miles of trails, Easy, Park / Nature Preserve A 21-acre preserve on a bluff above Lake Austin with a historic cottage, formal gardens, and free-roaming peacocks	2026-03-27
Milton Reimers Ranch Park Spanish Oaks	—	—	18+ miles of trails, Easy to Moderate, hiking_biking_climbing Over 2,600 acres along the Pedernales River with 18+ miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding Trails close after heavy rain check Travis County Parks website before heading out	2026-03-27
Milton Reimers Ranch Park Bee Cave · Driftwood Golf Ranch Club · Serene Hills · Sweetwater Map	—	—	Multiple trails, 10+ miles total, Easy to Difficult (varies by trail), Hiking / Rock Climbing / Swimming The outdoor playground of the Hill Country	2026-03-27
Mount Bonnell (Covert Park) Cat Mountain · Four Seasons at Lake Austin · Highland Park West · Lake Austin · Northwest Hills · Pemberton Heights Map	—	—	0.3 miles (102 stone steps to summit), Moderate, Scenic Overlook / Stairs Austin's most iconic viewpoint sits right at the neighborhood's western edge	2026-03-27
Mount Lakeway Trail Flintrock Falls Map	—	—	6.3 miles out-and-back, Moderate, Hiking / Birding / Mountain Biking The signature Lakeway hike at about 2 hours 48 minutes for the full route	2026-03-27
Mueller Greenway Network Mueller	—	—	13 miles total network, easy, multi_use_trail The full trail and protected bike lane system threading through all of Mueller, connecting Lake Park, Southwest Greenway, and neighboring parks including Bartholomew, Patterson, and Morris Williams Golf Course The greenways are why Mueller consistently ranks among Austin's most walkable neighborhoods You can bike from your front door to H-E-B, Thinkery, the farmers market, and Aldrich Street shops without touching a main road	2026-03-27
Mueller Lake Park East Austin · Hyde Park Map	—	—	1.0 mile (lake loop), Easy, Urban Park / Trail Built on the old Robert Mueller Airport site, this park has a lake loop trail, large playgrounds, and open lawns	2026-03-27
Mueller Lake Park Loop Trail Mueller	—	—	1.2 miles, easy, paved_loop Flat, paved loop circling the 6.5-acre lake at the heart of Mueller Park at the Aldrich Street retail area and walk in The loop connects to the broader Mueller Greenway system if you want to extend your run	2026-03-27
Mueller Lake Park Trail Cherrywood Map	—	—	2.6-mile loop, Easy, Urban Lake Loop Flat loop trail circling the 6.5-acre lake at Mueller	2026-03-27
Mueller Southwest Greenway Mueller	—	—	1.5 miles, easy, natural_trail The quieter, more natural side of Mueller's 13-mile trail network Best in spring when wildflowers are up The trail is part of the broader Mueller Greenway system that links all 140 acres of parks and open space	2026-03-27
Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area Belvedere · Loraloma Map	—	—	9.8 miles, Easy to Moderate, LCRA Park / Biking / Hiking A 654-acre park on a bend of Lake Travis known for two things: mountain biking trails and spring bluebonnets	2026-03-27
North Shoal Creek Trail Extension Allandale · Brentwood	—	—	2.0 miles, Easy, Hike & Bike The northern extension of the Shoal Creek trail system running through the North Shoal Creek neighborhood west of Brentwood Great for after-dinner walks Connects to neighborhood sidewalks for longer loop routes back through Brentwood	2026-03-27
Northwest District Park Rosedale Map	—	—	25 acres, Easy, District Park Large green space with a disc golf course, sports fields, and a shaded jogging loop	2026-03-27
Old Enfield Historic Walk Old Enfield Map	—	—	2-3 miles loop, Easy, walking/historic The best way to understand Old Enfield is on foot	2026-03-27
Onion Creek Trails (Driftwood Golf and Ranch Club) Driftwood Golf Ranch Club Map	—	—	5+ miles, Easy to Moderate, Hike & Bike Over five miles of private hike and bike trails winding along Onion Creek within the community	2026-03-27
Pace Bend Park Belvedere · Flintrock Falls · Hills of Lakeway · Lakeway · Loraloma · Serene Hills · The Hills Map	—	—	Multiple trails, 1-5 miles, Easy to Moderate, Hiking / Swimming / Camping 1,368-acre Travis County park on a peninsula jutting into Lake Travis	2026-03-27
Pace Bend Park Spanish Oaks	—	—	8+ miles of trails, Easy to Moderate, hiking_swimming_camping A 1,368-acre peninsula jutting into Lake Travis with limestone cliffs, swimming coves, and miles of hiking trails The north shore cliffs have the best swimming access Arrive before 10 AM on summer weekends or you may not get a spot	2026-03-27
Pan American Neighborhood Park East Holly Map	—	—	N/A - park, Easy, Urban park with recreation center The Oswaldo A.B	2026-03-27
Patterson Neighborhood Park Cherrywood · East Austin · Mueller Map	—	—	0.5 miles (park paths), easy, park_trails 20-acre park across Airport Blvd from Mueller Lake Park, connected by Mueller Greenways The skate park draws a good crowd of teenagers a plus if you have older kids	2026-03-27
Pease Park - Kingsbury Commons Bryker Woods	—	—	84 acres, Easy, Urban Park / Trail One of Austin's oldest parks, with a $15 million Kingsbury Commons renovation completed in 2021 The treehouse and splash pad make this more useful for families than a standard central-Austin park stop Pease Park Conservancy runs regular volunteer programs and events	2026-03-27
Pease Park / Kingsbury Commons Allandale · Clarksville · Hyde Park · Old Enfield · Pemberton Heights · Rosedale Map	—	—	84 acres, Easy, Urban Park / Trails Pemberton Heights' backyard park with the $15 million Kingsbury Commons renovation completed in 2021	2026-03-27
Pease Park to Lamar Beach Trail Bryker Woods	—	—	1.8 miles, Easy, Connector Trail Follow Shoal Creek south from Pease Park through the 15th Street corridor to connect with the Lamar Beach section of the Butler Trail This route puts you at Whole Foods flagship and BookPeople Combine errands with exercise	2026-03-27
Pedernales Falls State Park Spanish Oaks	—	—	40+ miles of trails, Easy to Challenging, hiking_swimming Dramatic limestone ledges where the Pedernales River drops through a series of stair-step falls Reservations recommended, especially on weekends The Wolf Mountain Trail is the best full-day hike within 45 minutes of Spanish Oaks	2026-03-27
Pedernales Falls State Park Driftwood Golf Ranch Club · Loraloma Map	—	—	40+ miles of trails, Easy to Moderate, State Park / Hiking / Biking 5,212 acres along the Pedernales River with a dramatic limestone cascade as the centerpiece	2026-03-27
Pennybacker Bridge Overlook Austin Country Club · Cat Mountain · Davenport Ranch · Four Seasons at Lake Austin · Lake Austin · UT Golf Club · Westlake Hills Map	—	—	0.5 miles round trip, Easy, Overlook / Short Hike A 10-minute scramble up a rocky trail to the cliff above the 360 bridge with Lake Austin below	2026-03-27
Perry Park Trails Highland Park West Map	—	—	0.5 miles of trails, Easy, Urban Park / Nature Trail The neighborhood's backyard park sits behind Highland Park Elementary on a former limestone quarry along the Balcones Fault	2026-03-27
Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge Downtown Austin · Downtown Condos Map	—	—	700 feet, easy, walking/biking The 700-foot pedestrian bridge spanning Lady Bird Lake connects the north and south sections of the hike-and-bike trail Sunset is the magic hour arrive 30 minutes before for the best light	2026-03-27
Powerline Hill Trail Steiner Ranch	—	—	2.2 miles, Moderate, hiking Connects through the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve with open hilltop views and some of the best sunset vantage points in the community Best at golden hour for photos Connects to the broader Steiner Ranch trail network for longer loops	2026-03-27
Ramsey Park Rosedale Map	—	—	5-acre park with walking paths, Easy, Neighborhood Park The heart of Rosedale	2026-03-27
Red Bud Isle Austin Country Club · Lake Austin · Northwest Hills · Pemberton Heights · Tarrytown · Westlake Hills Map	—	—	0.5-mile loop, easy, nature walk / dog park A 13-acre peninsula on Lake Austin that's the city's most popular off-leash dog park 3401 Red Bud Trail No swimming for humans	2026-03-27
Red Line Parkway Trail Crestview	—	—	32 miles planned (10-15% complete), easy, multi_use_trail Ambitious 32-mile trail network following the MetroRail Red Line from downtown Austin to Leander Check redlineparkway.org for current open segments The completed Crestview-to-Highland section is the most useful piece right now	2026-03-27
Reed Park Highland Park West Map	—	—	0.4 miles of paths, Easy, Urban Park / Walking Quiet neighborhood park on Pecos Street with a playground, open green space, and walking paths	2026-03-27
Reed Park Loop Bryker Woods	—	—	0.4-mile loop, Easy, Neighborhood Park Small neighborhood pocket park with a short loop trail, playground, and open green space Good off-leash dog hours early morning The playground is shaded by mature pecan trees	2026-03-27
Reimers Ranch Park Loraloma Map	—	—	18+ miles of trails, Easy to Difficult, County Park / Rock Climbing / Hiking / Biking A 2,400-acre Travis County park with world-class rock climbing walls along the Pedernales River	2026-03-27
River Place LD Trail System River Place · River Place Country Club Map	—	—	6+ miles total, Easy to Moderate, hiking_biking The River Place Limited District maintains a network of community trails separate from the Nature Trail	2026-03-27
River Place Nature Trail Four Seasons at Lake Austin · Great Hills · Hills of Lakeway · Lake Austin · Lakeway · Rob Roy · Serene Hills · Steiner Ranch · The Hills · UT Golf Club · Westover Hills Map	—	—	3 miles one-way (2,763 steps), hard, hiking_scenic A serious workout with 3 miles and nearly 3,000 steps descending through a limestone canyon	2026-03-27
River Place Nature Trail Spanish Oaks	—	—	4.5 miles one-way, Moderate to Challenging, hiking A serious Hill Country hike that drops 800 feet through canyons to the Colorado River Not for casual hikers wear proper boots and bring plenty of water	2026-03-27
River Place Nature Trail - Canyon Trail River Place · River Place Country Club Map	—	—	5.5 miles out-and-back, Difficult, hiking Over 5,000 stairs and 1,700 feet of elevation change make it one of Austin's true conditioning hikes Seasonal waterfalls, rock shelves, and canyon walls justify the effort if you want a demanding trail close to home	2026-03-27
River Place Nature Trail - Little Fern Trail River Place · River Place Country Club Map	—	—	1.5 miles round-trip, Easy, hiking The easiest segment of the River Place trail system	2026-03-27
River Place Nature Trail - Panther Hollow Trail River Place · River Place Country Club Map	—	—	3.5 miles round-trip, Moderate to Difficult, hiking Connects from Woodlands Park down into the canyon system	2026-03-27
Rollingwood Park & Trails Rollingwood403 Nixon Dr, Rollingwood, TX 78746	—	—	0.5-mile loop, easy, walking / playground The community's own park split into upper and lower sections The community garden in the lower park is where Rollingwood neighbors actually get to know each other Little League games at the upper fields are a Friday evening tradition	2026-03-27
Rough Hollow Hike & Bike Network Rough Hollow Map	—	—	22 miles total, Easy to Moderate, Multi-Use Trails The full 22-mile trail network connecting every section of Rough Hollow	2026-03-27
Rough Hollow Lakeside Trail Rough Hollow Map	—	—	3.5 miles, Moderate, Hiking / Trail Running The signature trail through Rough Hollow	2026-03-27
Rough Hollow Nature Trail Rough Hollow Map	—	—	1.2 miles, Easy, Walking / Family Hiking Well-maintained loop through the community that works for strollers, kids on bikes, and evening walks with the dog	2026-03-27
Rough Hollow Trails Lakeway Map	—	—	5+ miles of community trails, Easy to Moderate, Walking / Hiking An interconnected trail system running through the 1,800-acre Rough Hollow development down to the Lake Travis shoreline	2026-03-27
Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Park East Holly Map	—	—	3+ miles of trails, Easy-Moderate, Riverside park with trails A 400-acre park on Lady Bird Lake's south bank accessible via Pleasant Valley	2026-03-27
Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Park East Austin Map	—	—	3+ miles of trails, Easy to Moderate, River park / Trails 436 acres of green space along the Colorado River with wooded trails, disc golf, sports fields, and river access	2026-03-27
Sculpture Falls Canyon Ranch · Lost Creek · Rollingwood · Spanish Oaks1710 Camp Craft Rd, Austin, TX 78746 Map	—	—	3.2 miles round trip from Camp Craft, moderate, hiking_swimming Water cascades over sculpted limestone ledges into wide, shallow pools that work for kids and adults Go on a weekday to avoid crowds The trail involves some rock scrambling	2026-03-27
Sculpture Falls Barton Creek	—	—	3.2 mi round trip from Gus Fruh trailhead, Moderate, Swimming Hole Wide terraced limestone shelf where Barton Creek fans into shallow cascades and deeper pools Visit 2-4 days after rain for best flow Can be bone dry in summer drought	2026-03-27
Serene Hills Community Trails Serene Hills Map	—	—	5+ miles, Easy to Moderate, Hiking / Biking Private trail network winding through greenbelts, seasonal creeks, and limestone ridges	2026-03-27
Shipe Park Loop Hyde Park Map	—	—	0.5 miles (loop), Easy, Urban Park The heart of Hyde Park	2026-03-27
Shoal Creek Greenbelt Allandale · Brentwood · Clarksville · Old Enfield · Rosedale Map	—	—	Varies - multiple access points, Easy to Moderate, Greenbelt / Nature Trail The unpaved portions of the Shoal Creek corridor offer a wilder feel than the main trail	2026-03-27
Shoal Creek Greenbelt (Upper) Bryker Woods	—	—	1.5 miles, Easy to Moderate, Nature Trail The upper section of Shoal Creek between 35th and 45th streets offers a more natural, less developed trail experience Can get muddy after rain The limestone sections are slippery when wet	2026-03-27
Shoal Creek Trail Allandale · Brentwood · Bryker Woods · Clarksville · Downtown Austin · Downtown Condos · Hyde Park · Old Enfield · Pemberton Heights · Rosedale Map	—	—	5.2 miles (out and back), Easy, Urban Trail / Multi-Use Austin's oldest trail runs right along Pemberton Heights' eastern edge	2026-03-27
Shoal Creek Trail (Northern Section) Crestview	—	—	4+ miles (existing paved section), easy_to_moderate, multi_use_trail Austin's oldest hike-and-bike trail, running from Lady Bird Lake north toward Highway 183 Access the northern canyon section from Bailey Park at N Lamar and 31st The trail gets more natural and less crowded as you head north	2026-03-27
Slaughter Creek Trail Circle C Ranch · Circle C Ranch Map	—	—	5.3 miles (loop), Moderate, Natural Surface - Hike & Mountain Bike A proper Hill Country trail with 209 feet of elevation change winding through live oaks and cedar	2026-03-27
Southern Walnut Creek Trail East Austin · Mueller Map	—	—	7.3 miles one-way, easy to moderate, multi_use_trail 10-foot wide concrete multi-use trail running from Govalle Park to Walnut Creek Sports Park at Johnny Morris Road Access from the Mueller side via Berkman Drive heading south The full out-and-back is 14.6 miles	2026-03-27
St. Edwards Park Barton Creek · Cat Mountain · Great Hills · River Place · River Place Country Club · Rob Roy · Westover Hills Map	—	—	2+ miles of trails, moderate, hiking_swimming Hidden along old Spicewood Springs Road with trails winding through Bull Creek canyon	2026-03-27
Steiner Ranch Nature Trail System Steiner Ranch	—	—	20+ miles total, Easy to Moderate, hiking_biking Over 20 miles of interconnected trails winding through the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve with Hill Country views, Lake Austin overlooks, seasonal creeks, and wildflower meadows The Bright Sky Overlook trail is the best bang for your effort short hike with panoramic views	2026-03-27
Steiner Ranch Nature Trails UT Golf Club Map	—	—	—	—
Sunset Valley Disc Golf Course Circle C Ranch · Circle C Ranch Map	—	—	18 holes, Moderate, Disc Golf Course Located within the Circle C Metro Park, this PDGA-recognized course winds through wooded terrain along Slaughter Creek	2026-03-27
Sweetwater Internal Trail System Sweetwater Map	—	—	10 miles, Easy to Moderate, Paved & Natural Surface Trails Ten miles of trails wind through Sweetwater's 700 acres of preserved open space	2026-03-27
The Veloway Circle C Ranch · Circle C Ranch Map	—	—	3.1 miles, Easy, Paved Loop - Bikes & Skates Only The first facility of its kind in the US - a 23-foot-wide paved loop exclusively for bicycles and inline skates	2026-03-27
Tom Miller Dam Loop Tarrytown	—	—	3.2 miles, moderate, hiking/running A loop that crosses Tom Miller Dam with views of both Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake The dam crossing is narrow go single file	2026-03-27
Turkey Creek Trail Four Seasons at Lake Austin · Hills of Lakeway · Lake Austin · The Hills Map	—	—	2.7-mile loop, Moderate, Creek / Loop Trail Winds through Emma Long's 1,100 acres crossing Turkey Creek multiple times	2026-03-27
Twin Falls Lost Creek Map	—	—	2.4 miles round-trip, Easy to Moderate, Hiking / Swimming Accessible from the Mopac trailhead, Twin Falls is popular for cliff jumping and rope swings when the water is up	2026-03-27
Twin Falls via Barton Creek Greenbelt Canyon Ranch3755 Capital of Texas Hwy S, Austin, TX 78704 Map	—	—	1.5 miles round trip from Scottish Woods trailhead, moderate, hiking_swimming Two cascading waterfalls over limestone shelves, with a popular swimming hole below Parking at the 360 access is paid and fills early on weekends The rock scramble to the lower falls is slippery when wet	2026-03-27
Twin Lakes Park & YMCA Trail Avery Ranch Map	—	—	2-mile loop, easy, park_fitness A Cedar Park park with two small lakes, fishing, paved trails, and playground	2026-03-27
Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum Bouldin Creek Map	—	—	0.5 miles of garden paths, Easy, Sculpture garden/trail A shaded sculpture garden along Barton Creek near Zilker Park with over 130 works by Charles Umlauf	2026-03-27
Upper Bull Creek Greenbelt Westover Hills	—	—	2.1 miles out-and-back, Easy, Hiking / Nature A mellow creekside trail that follows Bull Creek through mature oaks and junipers Access from Spicewood Springs Road or from Loop 360 The trail connects to St	2026-03-27
UT Campus Walking Paths Bryker Woods	—	—	Varies, Easy, Urban Walking The UT campus is a 15-minute bike ride or 25-minute walk from Bryker Woods Park your car and bike or walk The campus is car-hostile by design	2026-03-27
Violet Crown Trail Barton Creek · Barton Hills · ZilkerAccess via Barton Creek Greenbelt, Austin, TX 78704 Map	—	—	13 miles (Phase 2 extending to 30 miles in 2026), Easy to Moderate, Regional Trail Central Texas's first regional trail 360 Trailhead is the most convenient access from Barton Creek Free, no reservation needed	2026-03-27
Violet Crown Trail - 360 Trailhead Westlake Hills	—	—	4.0 miles (360 to 290 segment), Easy to Moderate, hiking / biking Part of the planned 30-mile trail system connecting Zilker Park to Hays County The 360 trailhead has limited parking arrive early on weekends	2026-03-27
Waller Creek Greenbelt Hyde Park Map	—	—	2.5 miles (to Lady Bird Lake), Easy, Creek Trail Waller Creek cuts through the eastern edge of Hyde Park along Hancock Golf Course, then winds south to Waterloo Park and Lady Bird Lake	2026-03-27
Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park Cherrywood · Great Hills Map	—	—	8+ miles of trails, easy_to_moderate, mountain_biking_hiking Austin's premier mountain biking park with over 8 miles of singletrack	2026-03-27
West Austin Neighborhood Walk Clarksville	—	—	1.5-2 miles loop, easy, walking/historic The best walk in Clarksville requires no trail at all Start at West Lynn and 10th, walk west on 10th to MoPac, north on Waterston to 12th, east back to West Lynn The homes on Charlotte Street between 10th and 11th have some of the best-preserved original cottages	2026-03-27
West Bouldin Creek Greenbelt Bouldin Creek Map	—	—	1.2 miles, Easy, Neighborhood greenway trail A neighborhood loop trail following the actual Bouldin Creek through the greenbelt	2026-03-27
Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center Spanish Oaks	—	—	Guided canyon hikes (1-2 hours), Easy to Moderate, guided_hiking A nonprofit nature preserve with a collapsed grotto, canyon trails, and a restored prairie Guided canyon hikes on weekends at 10 AM, noon, 2 PM, and 4 PM Self-guided trails open Tuesday through Sunday	2026-03-27
Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center Sweetwater Map	—	—	Guided tours on 76 acres, Easy to Moderate, Guided Nature Preserve A 76-acre preserve with geological formations, bird hikes, and nature sketching programs	2026-03-27
Westlake Hills Nature Preserve Westlake Hills	—	—	0.5 miles, Easy, community preserve A small community preserve with walking trails right in the heart of Westlake Hills No admission fee Open year-round	2026-03-27
Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve Austin Country Club · Canyon Ranch · Cat Mountain · Davenport Ranch · Four Seasons at Lake Austin · Rob Roy · Westlake Hills805 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746 Map	—	—	2.5 miles of trails, Easy-Moderate, Nature Preserve / Hill Country Austin's first nature preserve, spanning 227 acres of Hill Country terrain	2026-03-27
Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve Barton Creek	—	—	2.5 miles across 227 acres, Easy to Moderate, Nature Preserve A pocket wilderness on Loop 360 between two of Austin's most expensive zip codes Free on weekdays Weekends require reservation and nominal fee	2026-03-27
Zilker Metropolitan Park Bouldin Creek Map	—	—	350+ acres, Easy, Urban park Austin's flagship park where Barton Creek meets Lady Bird Lake	2026-03-27
Zilker Park & Botanical Garden Downtown Austin · Downtown Condos Map	—	—	351 acres, easy, park/gardens Austin's 351-acre central park hosts ACL Festival, the Zilker Botanical Garden, Barton Springs, the Umlauf Sculpture Garden, and miles of trails The botanical garden charges admission but is worth it for the Japanese garden alone Parking is a disaster during ACL and Trail of Lights	2026-03-27
Zilker Park Trails Barton Hills · Rollingwood · South Congress · Zilker2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704 Map	—	—	358 acres, Easy, Park Trails / Multi-Use Austin's 358-acre crown jewel where Barton Creek meets Lady Bird Lake	2026-03-27

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