Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Austin

Andres E. • January 11, 2017A widely varied trail with the creek resting at the bottom. Multiple entrances with varying difficulties can help one work on building better hiking skills!

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

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.

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

mian g. • September 27, 2012It's beautiful trail for Austin.You won't find another trail in central texas with this kind of elevation change. Please help us bring it back by joining the mailing list at: rpnaturetrail@gmail.com

Austin American-Statesman • February 24, 2012The perfect amount of shade for the kids and the parents combined with plenty to do. One of the few half-dome jungle gyms in Austin (remember those?)

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

Russell H. • February 28, 2016Pretty walk, needed after a mexican bfast, footbridges are fun, rent a boat

Terence C. • November 14, 2015Great spot to bring a loved one for a lunch picnic since they have a few picnic tables and a nice spot to catch the sunset!

Elizabeth H. • October 31, 2015Best disc golf course in central Texas! Bring water and enjoy!

Qtbloom • March 31, 2013Fan~freaggin~tastic, great rates, friendly and helpful staff, as well as a fun lake to row/kayak in.

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

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)

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

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!

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.

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!

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

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.

Wynne W. • June 12, 2016Awesome spot to take the kids. It's free! Kids can pick up nature items and trade them in for other items. Rippling stream is a great spot for the entire family. Live animals and more!

Margaret R. • May 16, 2012Awesum at nite