Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Austin

Social News Network • November 25, 2013The Greenbelt is great hiking in the middle of the city. There are lots of trees, so the trail is protected from the hot summer heat. A perfect summer get away.

Dianey S. • June 26, 2016Great trail with places to relax and people watch... Go early in the summer for those cool mornings...

Terence C. • November 15, 2015Nice trail. Great to walk, run or bike!

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!

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.

Berenice F. • May 12, 2015It's a great place to picnic, enjoy nature, swim and biking. Very clean and organized.

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)

3MHalf Marathon • August 15, 2011Great hiking and running trails plus disc golf. Win!

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!

Sofia P. • February 18, 2019Come at sunset for a beautiful view of the river.

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!

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

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

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

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

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!

Margaret R. • May 16, 2012Awesum at nite

Kelly R. • August 2, 2015If you stay on the Spicewood Springs side of the creek it's a great place for a calm bike ride. If you cross the creek, it's a great place for the adventurist hiker.

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).

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

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

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.

John H. • October 24, 2019Lovely spot for a little walk. Very good for small kids on bikes or trikes.