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Best Parks in Austin

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Barton Creek Greenbelt

This greenbelt winds through Central and South Austin along the picturesque Barton Creek, featuring beautiful hiking and bike trails as well as many choice swimming holes. The surroundings have been left to flourish in their natural manner, featuring great limestone cliffs, shallow lagoons, and dense forests. One of the more popular areas is at the far north end of the park, called the Scottish Woods Trails. It is a rocky path leading to a gorgeous private swimming hole at the base of a small waterfall. Barton Creek Greenbelt runs west and north from Zilker Park for nearly eight miles (12.8 kilometers).

3755 South Capital of Texas Highway B, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78704
The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum

Charles Umlauf (1911-1994), one of the more famous Austin artists, was a prolific sculptor. This museum displays many of his works in a fantastic garden spot located close to Zilker Park and just minutes away from downtown. His sculptures range from realism to abstraction and include families, religious figures, animals and mythological characters. The Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum houses a permanent collection of bronzes in the lush garden, while a variety of rotating exhibits explore various aspects of his art.

605 Azie Morton Road, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78704
Zilker Botanical Garden

The amazing Zilker Botanical Garden overlooks the Zilker Park fields bordering Barton Springs Road. The garden is actually comprised of several different gardens, including the Cactus and Succulent, Xeriscape, Herb and Fragrance, Rose, Azalea, Butterfly and Taniguchi Gardens. Taniguchi is a beautiful Japanese landscape with a waterfall, running stream, lily ponds and wooden bridges. The lush, peaceful grounds are commonly perused by artists and writers searching for inspiration, and by others just looking for solitude amid the city.

2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78746
Zilker Metropolitan Park

Patrons will enjoy a huge variety of activities at Zilker Park. You can check out the hike and bike trails, picnic facilities, Zilker Botanical Garden, canoe rentals, soccer fields, sand volleyball courts, riverboat rides on Town Lake, concerts, festivals and even a miniature train. The wide-open stretches of grass in this park are just minutes from the downtown area. There is plenty of room and various diversions for the kids, so you can get a suntan, take long walks by the river or just curl up with a book down by the river.

2100 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78746
Mayfield Park

Mayfield Park Cottage and Gardens is open to the public but is a favorite among the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department facilities rental division. The historic 1870s cottage is perfect for a small group or families visiting the town. The cottage holds 65 people, while the grounds hold up to 200. Explore the walking trails in the park to enjoy the landscaped gardens, lily ponds, peacocks, and palms in this picturesque environment. Pack up the family or reserve it for your event and enjoy this sprawling estate in central Austin.

3505 West 35th Street, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78703
Mount Bonnell

Set along the eastern banks of the restful Colorado River, Mount Bonnell's verdant headlands dominate Austin's western topography. Also known as Covert Park, the location is a stunning progression of luxuriant grasslands, scenic waterfronts, peaceful picnic spots and breathtaking vista points. Inducted into the National Register of Historic Places in the year 2015, the lands are home to Mount Bonnell's Indian Trail, one of the cornerstones of the American War of Independence. Legend has it that the final 99 steps to the mount's top hold enchanting qualities; if a couple climbs the mount once, they fall in love, twice, they become engaged, and three times, they are destined to be married.

3800 Mount Bonnell Drive, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78731
McKinney Falls State Park

McKinney Falls State Park, located in southeast Austin at a short distance from the downtown area, is the ideal spot for a fun day out with family and friends. Whether you're into fitness and recreational sports, or just want to lounge about and have a leisurely day, this park has something in store for you. It offers a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, picnicking, fishing, and swimming in the Onion Creek. You can also spend the night at one of the park's well-equipped campsites and cabins, or explore the serene waterfalls nestled in its abode.

5808 McKinney Falls Parkway, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78744
Emma Long Metropolitan Park

This park offers over 1,142 acres (462 hectares) of land with nearly a mile (1.6 kilometers) of lakefront. Visitors can go boating and utilize the park's boat ramps. They can also enjoy skiing, fishing, and relaxing on the sandy waterfront. There is a swimming area along with sprawling picnic areas equipped with tables. Be sure to notice the ash, oak and juniper trees throughout the park. Multiple campsites are available, some along the waterfront, and pets on a leash are welcome.

1600 City Park Road, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78730
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Research Center

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Research Center was established by Lady Bird Johnson, First Lady of the United States from 1963-1969. This fabulous garden bearing her name brims with native Texas plants in courtyards, terraces, arbors, and meadows. Along with a fantastic children's center, visitors can explore a visitor's gallery, observation tower, cafe, gift store, and nature trails. Enjoy award-winning architecture and fabulous scenery in this wonderful garden spot. The center also offers programs that offer hands-on experiences including art sessions, yoga workshops, summer camps, gardening, and more.

4801 La Crosse Avenue, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78739
Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park

From challenging trails for mountain bikes to scenic paths along a lovely creek to an off-leash spot where dogs can run free, you'll find something for everyone at Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park! Bring the family during the summer to take a dip in the public pool. For a memorable day date bring a picnic and have lunch beside the water. And of course adrenaline seekers will love biking over hills or playing a game on one of the softball fields.

12138 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX, États-Unis, 78758
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