Posted in Austin
December 08, 2017
If There Are Only 5 Hikes You Ever Do In Austin, Make Them These
In addition to Austin’s booming live music scene, the capital city is home to some peacefully beautiful hiking trails. With so much bountiful nature surrounding the city, it can be difficult to decide where to start. If there are only five hikes you ever do in Austin, make them these.
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McKinney Falls State Park glistens with natural beauty, and there's no better way to experience it than by hiking the Homestead Trail. This 3.1-mile loop will take you past the historic home of Thomas F. McKinney as well as a rushing waterfall. This dog-friendly trail is perfect for moderate hikers. To learn more about The McKinney Homestead Trail, read our feature article here.
This rigorous hike is worth the sweat. At River Place Nature Trail, you'll walk amongst rippling creeks, shady trees, and lush vegetation. If you want to take a break from the daily hustle and bustle, head over to 8820 Big View Dr. To learn more about The River Place Nature Trail, read our feature article here.
Head over to Emma Long Park at 1600 City Park Road and embark on one of the best hikes in the city. Turkey Creek Trail is a quick 2.5-mile hike that's sure to reinvigorate your spirit. To learn more about Turkey Creek Trail, read our feature article here.
The Barton Creek Greenbelt has more than 13 miles of trails, so you can hike for as little or as long as you want! The Greenbelt is a local favorite thanks to its blissful surroundings and walkable trails. There are several entrances, but the trailhead is located at 2201 Barton Springs Road. To learn more about The Barton Creek Greenbelt, read our feature article here.
Amongst the roaring traffic from N Capital of Texas Highway sits a peaceful natural oasis that'll melt away your worries. The Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve's one-mile hike is the perfect pick-me-up. Head over to 805 N Capital of Texas Hwy and see for yourself. To learn more about The Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, click here.
What’s your favorite hike in Austin?
