Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Austin

Iris G. • October 20, 2015What an awesome experience me and my family had this past weekend. Can't wait to go back again!

Alex G. • May 30, 2018Gorgeous trail! Wide variety of plants and animals. Very clean, and fantastic views of the city!

The Austin Grand Prix • December 30, 2011You've eaten and drank your way through the best of Austin - now get outside for some fresh air & recharge your body! Beautiful & well-kept trail around Lady Bird Lake is an Austin favorite.

Tom E. • November 16, 2018Natural scenery, interesting art, uncrowded trails and plenty of water fountains make this one of the best running paths in the country.

Victoria U. • June 25, 2016Solid hike in the heart of Austin. Beautiful and also difficult, don't forget a bathing suit!

Josh D. • January 30, 2011Great place for the whole family, including interpretive trails for beginners and intermediate trails for the daily hiker. Check out the lower falls during the summer if the bacteria count is low.

Will F. • April 6, 2013Run up and down a couple of times, and you'll be beat for hours. Some good views and decent shade, but be ready for steep and slightly crumbly terrain, with mountain bikers zipping past.

Erin G. • February 19, 2017Real leg burning hike less than twenty minutes from downtown! Constant ups and downs with stairs

Devi H. • January 27, 2019Fun trails that you can walk at for hours

Jennifer G. • October 10, 2013Walk around. Find a spot. When the weather is nice the water is crystal clear and cool. Perfect for a hot summer day. (Usually best a day or two after it rains though)

Josiah David C. • January 17, 2018Hands down, one of the best disc golf courses in the city. Challenging enough for pros, yet forgiving for amateurs.

Román • August 29, 2013Love the Greenbelt! Just be there.

Bobby • September 1, 2014A nice hiking trail - near to it all but removed enough to help you forget you're near to it all!

Jacobo G. • August 17, 2015Very nice views of the sunset and only a very short drive from Austin

CollegeFashionista • January 14, 2014Running or biking along Lady Bird Lake is a great place to workout. During the warmer months, they offer kayaking and water biking on the lake, too!

Charles L. • September 1, 2014Great place to take your dog, go for a run, or ride a bike. Rarely gets crowded.

Macey H. • June 24, 2015Beautiful gardens and a great café! Love spending afternoons here.

Aaron J. • July 17, 2013The Patel boarding is so much fun! A nice core workout, too!

Mary H. • March 27, 2017Great park, my dogs love the trails. Great shaded trails that head in towards town lake. Awesome for bike riding

Policarpo a. • July 25, 2023Iconic park of the city of Austin. A must go!

Greg C. • July 10, 2013Come early and bring a kayak!

Blake (. • January 22, 2013Scary and a little unsafe before sunup, but after about 6:30am it's a great little trail if you're in the area!

David S. • February 1, 2014Fantastic place to go on a nice walk around the trail. Be sure to stop at whole foods to grab a bite!

Jonathon T. • January 24Beautiful forest trails, and a really pretty river area. Just be careful if it rained recently. The trails got a little flooded out in places.

Rob J. • October 4, 2011Enjoyed a relaxing walk

Todd D. • July 30, 2010A few hundred yards downstream on the south bank there's a rope swing.

Amber V. • April 21, 2011LOVE the Turkey Creek dog trail. Nice 3 mile hike, leash free, with lots of chances for the pups to play in the water (when we're not in a total drought).

Social N. • November 21, 2012If you want to relax and enjoy the scenic view you have to get here early. It's a small space that's packed with people, dogs and motor boats by noon.