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    Covert Park At Mount Bonnell

    4.4 (50 reviews)
    Open 5:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    The magnificent view is worth the effort. This view looking south. The Colorado River winding towards Austin
    Guy H.

    An Austin pioneer business man gave this 54 acres containing Mt Bonnell to the city of Austin in the 1930s. Great pocket of nature where you feel like you're far from civilization, experience the native landscape and have your soul refreshed all in the span of a walk in the park. A must go if you're in the area!

    Laura A.

    Great views, worth the short hike up some stone stairs to see the sunset over the river and fabulous view is the city skyline.

    Rich people houses on the lake
    Gerald L.

    I only saw a tiny slice. Parked nearby and walked up a very short set of steps to a lot point. 1 minute walk. It's not high at all. The view of Lake Austin is elevated because of the drive up the hill. It is a nice view north and south. You see beautiful houses along the lake, and lots of boaters and water skiers.

    City skyline
    Rachel B.

    I think every city has an overlook with the city skyline in the distance and this is it for Austin! The view is amazing and worth the stairs to get there. We went last summer and it was around midday so we didn't stay long because the sun was too much. There isn't much shade up at the overlook but there is plenty of parking before the steep stair climb.

    Brian F.

    Covert Park at Mount Bonnell is the highest point in Austin and makes for some great sunsets. There is plenty of free parking on the street although the streets are a bit narrow especially with oncoming traffic. When you get to the sign that says Covert Park you'll see a flight of stairs. It might look intimidating but it's only 106 steps. Take your time if you need to, it's worth it! When you reach the top grab a spot and wait for the sunset. While we waited we looked at all the nice houses across the Colorado River and checked how much they cost (spoiler: way out of my price range). Overall it's a short walk/hike to beautiful views and panoramas of Austin.

    10/25/21 City View
    Lee D.

    10/25/21 Quality/Quantity - Good workout walking/running up the 106 stairs. Overall a very small park, short easy trail for some quick 20 minute short hikes. Some educational historical information - that I did not bother to read, LOL. Plenty of parking. Atmosphere - Beautiful panoramic views opened from 5 am to 10 pm. Been here since the 1830's Colorado River Lake Austin Hill Country Neighboring homes Downtown; City of Austin One of the highest points in Austin 781 ft. (considered nothing to me as I am an avid skier) Also check out the limestone. More people here today than expected, they kept getting in my camera frame... Service - N/A Price - Free is always good!! The park and parking! Owner Suggestion - N/A

    Nice homes along Lake Austin
    Ron R.

    Easy hike up to top. Great views of Austin, Lake Austin, and surrounding area. There are some sweet houses along the lake.

    David W.

    Great hike. Easy to get around. Very wonderful views overlooking the river. A little crowded with some not wearing masks. Hope I don't die. Great place for an easy getaway

    Lake Austin below
    Cindy R.

    The trail is well maintained and offers beautiful views of the lake from the top. It was a nice loop to walk with our pups.there's a nice sitting area at the top along with a garbage can.

    Manish J.

    Some stunning nature views from the mountain. Good place to go along trails & hike They have close to 100 stairs to climb so you may want to leave baby strollers at the parking.

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    Chris T.

    This is a must stop location to take in the panoramic view of Austin 360 bridge, lake Austin, and downtown. There is limited free parking. On the weekend, this place is crowded. Try to come during the week or early on weekends. Sunset is busy everyday. Uber and Lyft drop people off all the time. There are 105 steps at main staircase. There is also another entrance at the trail head. It is rocky and uneven, but no stairs. If you are afraid of animals, be warned people bring their pets.

    Paola N.

    Clean, crisp, and good exercise. There is not a whole lot to say about Covert Park at Mount Bonnell other than it offers green space, stairs, and a gorgeous view. It's definitely adventurous as I remember walking down an area of rocks as well as jumping over a small wall to get a good view. It's a lovely area and you feel in nature. It was cold out when we visited in the month of December, so we bundled up. I would recommend for a short visit.

    Stephanie U.

    So the climb to the top wasn't as serve as the previous reviews made it seem. It's not really a hike, more as a short climb to the top. The view from the top is beautiful! Apparently it's the highest point in Austin. You should walk around a little bit and see the view from different angles! There isnt a lot of shade up here so bring plenty of water and sun screen!

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    Nice hiking and the beautiful view you can see the whole city under your feet and the river is right there

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    Amazing views when you climb to the top. The stairs look a bit intimidating at first, but it's not hard to climb up.

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    4.4(518 reviews)
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    Mount Bonnell is one Austin's top tourist attractions. You climb about a hundred stone steps to…read morereach the top. You see folks coming down steps on the opposite side and your sense of what you might see at the top grows and grows. Alas, you reach the top. Was the climb worth it? Absolutely! When you reach the top, OMG the views are so spectacular! You cannot imagine how beautiful the views are until you actually see them. You see panoramic views of Lake Austin, multi-million residences on the lake and scenic view of Austin. One word...spectacular! We have been at Mt. Bonnell at sunrise and sunset and both views have something special to offer. Sunrise has peacefulness and light dances on Lake Austin. Sunset turns the overlook into connectiveness, where folks you met a few minutes ago or maybe not have met experience this quiet together as the sun retreats. While this location is quite popular, you still have vestiges of human life - graffiti on signage. Mount Bonnell has welcomed visitors since the 1800s and remains one of the city's oldest and most beloved natural landmarks. Austinites beam with pride regarding Mt. Bonnell

    Mount Bonnell is a local gem, a perfect date spot or somewhere to just enjoy the sunset. It's a…read moreshort walk up the stairs (maybe about 100 steps) from the parking to the pagoda-like terrace that overlooks some very scenic homes and has an excellent view of sunrise and sunset. I never actually did the full hike, only just went up to enjoy the scenery. It's less than 15 minutes from major Austin eateries and local spots, so it's a true gem within the city area as opposed to some hikes that are 30 minutes or an hour away. No bathrooms or garbage bins here is the one downside. Take your trash with you!

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    Oh how I love walking the Greenbelt! It feels like you can go for miles and miles. Well, you can as…read moreit's for nearly 12 miles of trails. Our little furry guy loves a jaunt on the trail in his stroller, especially if that means stopping off for a swim along the way. Can't beat cooling off in natural watering holes during a hot summer in Austin. The Barton Hills entrance gets you to Campbell's Hole while 360 gets you to Sculpture Falls and Twin Falls. I say do it all. Maybe not in one day...save something for the next time. Definitely a precious piece of Austin that we're so lucky to have.

    Loved hiking here for the first time! We first parked at the 360 trailhead and were freaked out by…read moreall the broken glass and signs saying that it's a common smash and grab area. There were broken windows literally everywhere. The car was completely empty and we parked and started to enter, then decided to turn around because it just didn't feel right. We drove down to the other entrance on Spyglass near TacoDeli and felt much better. Residential area with street parking - perfect. We got on the trail and turned left which brought us to the new Violet Crown trailhead. We figured out how it connected to Barton Springs Pool. This was only 3 miles round trip. Next time we will go right past the falls. I am not sure there are even falls right now since it hasn't rained in a long time. The trail is easily marked and there were lots of people out. Can't wait to do more exploring soon!

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    10.0 miSoutheast Austin

    I've been here several times and have explored it fairly extensively. The family-friendly trails…read moreare varied enough to keep the day interesting and the time spent at McKinney Falls is never wasted. For those seeking a bit more of a challenge, crossing the river takes more thought to avoid getting your feet wet. I've usually found there are 2-3 paths at the river crossing, being careful not to slip on any rocks. The homestead beyond the crossing can be observed and appreciated, but it's off-limits to help preserve what's left. The backcountry trails total about 6 miles and it's usually just the right length for me to get a solid hike in. There is very little elevation change, though there can be a lot of mosquitos during the warmer months. I didn't find any benches to rest at and there is no water source to refill water bottles. Given that McKinney Falls is within Austin's city limits makes this state park a gem. There is also a large day-use area near the campgrounds with about 100 picnic tables and charcoal grills the last time I counted a few years ago. Parking is plenty and the rangers are friendly. Definitely either get there early or make online reservations to reserve a time slot to enter as the park can fill up fast over weekends or holidays. Their gift shop also has a variety of items for sale, and you can get a park passport stamp there too!

    When we first heard about McKinney Falls State Park we liked the photos and things to do there but…read morewere generally apprehensive about paying $6 just to go to a park and swim. However, after our time there we can confidently say it's one of the best ways you can spend a few bucks here in Austin. The park itself is in a bit more of a secluded area which is nice because you truly do feel away from things. As a heads up when paying at the entrance they only take card. If you're looking to use tap to pay or cash you have to go inside in order to make that payment. The visitors center is nice though with very helpful park rangers as well as merch, drinks, and maps for you to use. Once you drive to the upper falls parking it's just a short 5 minute walk over to the swimming hole. The walk is cool as you traverse over what looks and feels like moon rock. We chose the upper falls instead of the lower falls because we heard the water here is deeper and there are less kids around. It was definitely the right choice as the water was perfect for a hot day and parts of the swimming hole are definitely 10+ feet in depth. There are a lot of places around to set up blankets and there's multiple rock formations jutting out of the water in case you need a quick break once you're in the water. The coolest part of the swimming hole is the jump you can make off the rock ledge. It's about a 15-20 foot jump and people line up in order to get there. There's also some wildlife around the pool which is cool to see. As a note, they don't allow radios or drinking and everyone was pretty respectful of that. Whether you're a young group of friends looking for a nice swim getaway or a family looking for somewhere to unwind, McKinney State Falls is a great option to beat the heat. Just make sure to layer on some sunscreen.

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