Hiking

Features

Colorado Bend State Park - Spice Wood Springs Trail This trail ascends with Spicewood Creek from the Colorado River to the top of the main ridge in the park. Lady Bird Lake Austin's signature hike and bike trail was recently renamed in honor of former first lady Lady Bird Johnson who had helped realize the trail's completion. Enchanted Rock - Loop Trail While most visitors head to the summit, fewer enjoy the trail that circumnavigates Enchanted Rock. Old Hancock Trail This sunny trail along Canyon Lake features a large number of deer residents.

Enchanted Rock, as seen from the observation platform near the Summit Trail trailhead. [Enchanted Rock]

Recent Logs

• Wonderful muddy discovery Austin Explorer hiked Discovery Well Cave Preserve
• Compact neighborhood park Austin Explorer hiked Rosemary Denny Park
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• small but sweet jimmy peace hiked Yett Creek Park
• first time back in two yrs jimmy peace hiked Enchanted Rock

News Headlines

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