Great trail with elevation and views! Shaded for the most…read morepart which makes it a great option for Texas weather. Ponds , stairs, wildflowers, all the things you look for in a hike! Roughly 2.5 miles. Loop hike! Play and picnic area and softball fields to enjoy! 10/10 recommend!

Southeast Metro Park contains a 2 mile long concrete multi-use trail, which is suitable for…read morebicycling and in-line skating. The trail skirts two ponds and Onion Creek, providing opportunities for wildlife viewing and bird watching. There is also a dinosaur themed play area for children and covered pavilions to have social gatherings. Shelter and pavilion reservations are required. The extra large shelter can accommodate up to 100 people. I came to this location specifically for the walking trail and to scope out the 'play for all abilities' dinosaur area. The highlights of the dinosaur area are: Wheelchair-accessible ramps and platforms: Now, children in wheelchairs can smoothly roll onto platforms and access various play structures without hindrance. Sensory play equipment: These are especially beneficial for children with autism or sensory processing disorders. Elements like tactile panels, sound tubes, and visually stimulating components allow kids to engage multiple senses as they play. Low-impact ground materials: The rubberized surface ground materials have been chosen to cushion falls and facilitate easy movement for all kids. Shaded areas: Recognizing that some children might have medical conditions that make them sensitive to the sun, several sections of the playground offer ample shade. I applaud the effort of the city to add an all ability play area as there are few within the city parks. Hiking: This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. #bewellcentralTX

We love this park! There's a huge play area with swings, slides, climbing rails and a few more fun…read moreactivities for kids. There's also a soccer playing field, a hiking trail that leads to secret beach with views so downtown and a shaded picnic area. The picnic area can be reserved for a day through Austin Parks&Rec and can be used for group gatherings or birthday parties.

Wow... the secret beach.. how beautiful. I came from Houston on a day trip. I won't tell everyone…read morespecifics to try and keep this secret as much as possible, but if you're coming here the first time.. it isnt easy to find. I can see how most times people just drive off.. me being the curious person I am just started walking by myself in the woods on a trail. I fortunately just so happen to see one woman walking her dogs and followed her in that direction but i swear to you she was walking fast as to not give this place away hahah! She actually disappeared onto another trail and couldnt find her.. (like Alice and Wonderland and the white rabbit style).. finally I heard splashing! I looked to my right and saw a weird trail that went down a steep side hill. So I followed the noise.. its pretty steep so be careful! After the brush and trees cleared THERE IT WAS! CLEAR, COOL WATER!! It was shallow when I got there and only about 8 people were there at 1pm during a Saturday. As time goes on it gets deeper and the water rises! Also more people start coming too. It feels sooooo amazing! You can grab a chair and just sit in the middle drinking and cooling off. Dog friendly! I spent a few hours with my boy before heading back. I live for finding places like this!

Not too far from my friends place and south of the airport, there's plenty of space to run around…read moreand chase things if you're a dog. Now if you're a human (which I assume all reviewers are), there's more than your typical circular trail for walking/jogging. There's playgrounds, plenty of picnic benches, trees, a basketball court, and some restrooms. There's also baseball and soccer fields here if you want to organize a competitive game amongst your peers. Location-wise, it's somewhat isolated from society so if you're looking to be in solitude while exploring the outdoors, this is probably your thing.

Love love love this park! There is so much freedom to run wild, they have a SHADED park which is a…read morehuge plus in Texas!! It's clean and absolutely beautiful, lots of trees and so much parking spaces as well! There are picnic benches and grills too so you can spend the whole day here! 10/10 recommend!

Multiple intricacies within the parks known as Town Lake Metropolitan. Waller Beach, the various…read moretrails and paths, the boardwalk, Ladybird Lake, etc. Such a peaceful and beautiful area to get in exercise (walking/running/leisurely strolling), enjoying the outdoors, year-round. Great to explore alone or with friends and family, or your furry friend. Different spots to sit and relax. Simply a beautiful piece of Austin for locals abs tourists alike.

You haven't explored Austin until you take a stroll through the series of parks through the Town…read moreLake areas. Covering multiple miles, you'll see parts of downtown alongside the colorado river. Along this pathway, you'll be lead to the Barton Springs municipal pool and the Zilker Park & Garden as you go west. Going east, you'll eventually find your way along the Boardwalk near the Town Lake apartments and then at some point, the peace point at lady bird lake, one of the chillest spots in Austin to zone out. Obviously you bike, jog, run, walk, dogwalk, skip, however you prefer to galivant along the way of this beautiful section of the capital of Texas. It's one of many reasons people love living here!

We have lived in the area for a while now and we just love everything about McKinney Roughs!…read more First and foremost their hiking trails: they have a variety of trails for different levels and the views are spectacular. It's never super crowded, sometimes you may run into for horses if you're on horse-friendly trails and you can hike down to the Colorado River as well. The trails are pretty well maintained and marked. Summer camps: my son (7) has been attending their day summer camps for three years now and absolutely loves them! They are from 9-4 so very friendly for those parents working. There is also a bus that brings kids in from Austin as well. The price can't be beat as well. Each day he comes home telling me about what he learned and got to experience (most times I am jealous- like you got to go kayaking? Make and drink yaupon tea? What- how cool!) The camp counselors are extremely friendly and knowledgeable and treat the kids with kindness and respect. They also have a beautiful facility, overall. The grounds are clean and well-kept. McKinney Roughs is simply the best!

Love this place. I've been here for some events but also just to hike. I love that their trails can…read morehelp you practice some different skills. For instance, I was told by one of their staff that there is significant grading to help with elevation hikes. They are very helpful with any questions you have. Inside the main building where the small gift store is, there's a small nature area with some fish, snakes, fossils, and more. My kiddo loves looking at this section. Their Halloween event, Tricks, Treats, and Trails is also always a big hit with my family. They have a rock wall, paintball, archery, and other things to do. This was our second year and it was great!

This is very good size park for people to walk, play, and fish! There are two large ponds and lots…read moreof parking! Great place for a picnic and take the kids to have some fun outdoors.

This park is a great place to walk your dog! Lots of walking trails, with areas along the way to…read moretake a break. The frisbee park is cool, and nicely tucked away. There are a couple of areas for kids to play, sand volley ball and basketball , The park is also well maintained. I have not taken advantage of all the amenities, but was impressed.

I can't say if I know this is a common thing at airports across the country, but if you have a kid…read morewho loves planes, this place is awesome. Luckily the directions are easy to follow, because this spot is a bit out of the way. That being said, you get full access to planes landing and taking off. My one recommendation is to try and come at a "busy" time. You can see a rough idea of arrivals and departures online to plan your trip. For the 20 mins or so that we were there on a holiday Monday morning, we got 2 take offs and 2 landings. This was plenty for our two year old, but probably not enough for a 3 or 4+ kid who loves planes. Either way, it's a great option to take kids (and adults).

I'll tell you the easiest way to find this place. It's located behind the Flight Services building…read morelocated at the end of Gold Course Rd. If you're leaving the airport, make a right onto Hwy71. You'll see a paved walking trail on the right. Golf Course Rd is also on the right. I thought I was driving into a restricted area at first, but then I eventually ended up seeing some old signs pointing you in the direction of the Family Viewing area. You'll see an abandoned golf course on the left behind a fence; keep going until you see Flight Services - it's right behind it. My little boy is OBSESSED with airplanes, so I was so happy to find this place on yelp by accident. The unfortunate thing about the previous review, however, is that the address listed is incorrect. Do NOT use the Presidential address - you'll just end up circling the airport like I did lol. I've submitted the changed pin drop to Yelp but I don't see it updated yet. Anyways... place was very nice and secluded. And you don't have to worry much about the runway because it's fenced. I'm giving 4 stars only because there aren't any bathroom facilities at all. And no shade. It's nice there are picnic tables to have lunch at though.

This is an amazing park on the East Side of Buda. Located in the Green Meadows subdivision is this…read morehidden gem! There are two playgrounds that are designed to give a play area to children of all ages. The covered pavilion has picnic benches and is located between the playgrounds and the splash pad which gives you the best view of the entire park while your kids run around. The jewel of this park is the splash pad. I recommend bringing chairs and blankets to sit on as there are not any right near this area. The bathrooms are located right next to this spot which is great for changing your kids in. I suggest wearing water shoes if your kids will be running in and out of here, there are many "stickers" all around. I hope the city continues to bring more to the East Side of Buda. There are communities here that have been ignored but are thriving!

I took my kids here for a fun day in the sun but also in the water because it's so hot out. We had…read morea blast, myself included!

This park was dreamed up by someone with the perfect checklist for what makes a great community…read morespace... -It's pretty lush and tree rich so there's plenty of shade -Grills and benches sprinkled about that are first come, first serve -Basketball court (no shade) that was just recently spruced up (summer of 2023) -Pool -Handful of poop bag dispensers -Tennis courts -Baseball fields in the back -Plenty of parking -Playscape (shaded) -One covered picnic area that can be reserved (I think) -Three sets of bathrooms (at the pool, in the middle, and towards the back near the baseball fields) -Well-maintained (there are always city trucks there cleaning out trash or giving the bathroom a power wash) For those trying to get their steps in... The pavement loop around the park is just shy of a mile.

Garrison Park is a lovely neighborhood park. There is a swimming pool, playground and it backs to…read morethe Crockett High ball fields and tennis courts. There is a new basketball court with lights so people play pick up games till the park closes at 10 pm. Emancipet comes here often for affordable pet care. On the downside, the restrooms leave a lot to be desired--and are often out of order. There are usually port a potties available. Sometimes, there are sketchy people hanging around--and people are camping or sleeping in their car.

This park is my favorite spot to launch a kayak on the Colorado River. The river is wide and easily…read morenavigated the entire stretch at this point. The current can be strong after a strong rain but never whitewater strong and even with my dog at the headboard shifting and moving around I have never had trouble navigating it. There is an abundance of wildlife and birds so bring your camera!