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Nature Adventures

This page lists nature parks, botanical gardens, environmental centers, and other places where kids can study and enjoy nature in the Travis County and Williamson County, Texas area.
Kids Travis County and Williamson County: Nature Adventures - Fun 4 Austin Kids
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Allen Park

Allen Park is a neighborhood park located in the Northwest Hills of Austin offering short hiking tra ...

6413 Westside Drive, Austin, TX, 78731
Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake

In the heart of Austin is the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake, a lush, urba ...

Auditorium Shores (Vic Mathias Shores)

Vic Mathias Auditorium Shores is often the locale for outdoor concerts, festivals and other events. ...

900 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX, 78704
Austin Nature and Science Center

80-acre nature center features educational exhibits including replicas of fossils & dinosaur tracks. ...

2389 Stratford Dr, Austin, TX, 78746
Barkley Meadows Park

Barkley Meadows is a quiet day-use park nestled along Onion Creek where visitors enjoy catch-and-rel ...

4529 S SH 130, Del Valle, TX, 78617
Barrow Nature Preserve

-Abundant wildlife, including coyotes, birds -Hiking, rugged terrain

7515 Step Down Cv, Austin, TX, 78731
Barton Creek Greenbelt

With over 12 miles to explore, the Barton Creek Greenbelt offers a variety of recreational activitie ...

3755 S Capital of Texas Hwy B, Austin, TX, 78704
Barton Creek Wilderness Park

Popular nature preserve featuring a creek with waterfalls & hiking trails with scenic views.

4618 Trail Crest Cir, Austin, TX, 78735
Barwood Neighborhood Park

Barwood Neighborhood Park is adjacent to the growing Little Walnut Creek Greenbelt. Acquired in 202 ...

606 Barwood Park, Austin, TX, 78753
Bauerle Ranch at Slaughter Creek Greenbelt

-Several intersecting trails -Easy trails

2700 Lynnbrook Dr., Austin, TX, 78748
Bell Farms Pond

In the Bell Farms community of Manor, TX, is a charming, small pond offering a peaceful escape for r ...

12633 Bella Pkwy, Manor, TX, 78653
Big Walnut Creek Nature Preserve

Large, forested park along Walnut Creek offering hiking, wildlife viewing & more. Preserve land is a ...

9221 US-290, Austin, TX, 78736
Blunn Creek Greenbelt

Serene, wooded green space along a creek featuring a tree-lined trail & BBQ pits.

1901 East Side Dr,, Austin, TX, 78704
Blunn Creek Nature Preserve

Trail system, nature preserve featuring creeks, trees and an extinct volcano.

1200 St Edwards Dr, Austin, TX, 78704
Boggy Creek Greenbelt

Creekside park covering 89 acres with open fields & shady areas, suitable for picnicking & walks. ...

1114 Nile St., Austin, TX, 78702
Bolm District Park

Bolm District Park is made up of 68.1 acres of undeveloped land in East Austin. -Trails -Boat r ...

6700 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX, 78725
Bull Creek Bluff Neighborhood Park

Bull Creek Bluff Neighborhood Park offers 21 acres of serene hiking trails and breathtaking views! S ...

6309 Spicewood Springs, Austin, TX, 78731
Bull Creek District Park

Tranquil, undeveloped park along the river with a variety of dog-friendly trails & picnic areas. ...

6701 Lakewood Dr, Austin, TX, 78731
Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park on Slaughter Creek

Park with disc golf, volleyball & basketball courts, a playground, fields & 5.9 miles of trails. The ...

Playground Features
6301 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX, 78739
Colony Park District Park, Trail and Pool

Colony Park Pool features a lap lane pool, zero-entry activity pool (tot pool), water slide, spray g ...

Open Season: Year-Round
7400 Loyola Ln, Austin, TX, 78724
Colorado River Park Wildlife Sanctuary

This heavily wooded, riparian walking trail provides habitat for migrating songbirds in the spring. ...

5827 Levander Loop, Austin, TX, 78702
Colorado River Wildlife Sanctuary

Since the beginning of time, humans have been connected to water. This is why many people come to w ...

5827 Levander Loop, Austin, TX, 78702
Commons Ford Ranch Metro Park

Adjacent to Lake Austin which runs along the north side of the park, Commons Ford Metropolitan Park ...

614 N Commons Ford Rd, Austin, TX, 78733
Community Park Greenbelt

This 56 acre Greenbelt is located in the Brushy Creek neighborhood with walking/jogging trails. The ...

16318 Great Oaks Drive, Round Rock, TX, 78681
Convict Hill Quarry Neighborhood Park

Features short, winding unpaved nature trails that offer a peaceful, rugged woodland escape.

6511 Convict Hill Rd, Austin, TX, 78749
Dick Nichols District Park

This 152-acre space features play areas, a walking trail, picnic tables, a pool & sport courts. ...

Playground Features
8011 Beckett Rd,, Austin, TX, 78749
Duncan Neighborhood Park

Park featuring a quiet green space bordered by a creek, plus a separate area with rugged BMX trails.

900 W 9th St, Austin, TX, 78701
East Boggy Creek Greenbelt

Forested park along Boggy Creek offering trails for hiking, biking & running, plus picnicking.

5609 Stuart Cir, Austin, TX, 78721
Emma Long Metropolitan Park

Emma Long Metropolitan Park (City Park) is open year-round. The park features open space, camp site ...

1600 City Park Rd, Austin, TX, 78730
Fireman’s Park

Smaller shaded park connected to Jones Brothers Park via the Canyon Hiking Trail, with picnic space ...

18314 N. Park Drive, Jonestown, TX, 78645
Gaines Creek Neighborhood Park

This large wooded park features shaded walking trails, plus benches & native wildlife.

4801 Republic of Texas Blvd, Austin, TX, 78735
Goat Cave Karst Nature Preserve

An 8-acre nature reserve atop karst limestone with caves, sinkholes, a trail & abundant wildlife. ...

3900 Deer Ln, Austin, TX, 78749
Great Hills Neighborhood Park

-85 Acres in the Bull Creek Watershed -1.7 miles of maintained trails and many more rough trails – ...

Playground Features
10801 Sierra Oaks, Austin, TX, 78759
Hamilton Greenbelts

There are two main entrances with parking facilities: • The entrance off Lohmans Crossing Road le ...

1201 Lohmans Crossing Road, Lakeway, TX, 78734
Heritage Oaks Neighborhood Park

The 3.5-acre park is free to enter and features a paved loop trail, picnic areas, and a nature play ...

2100 Parker Ln., Austin, TX, 78741
Hielscher Tract Greenbelt

A peaceful, wooded trail network in Southwest Austin. It features unpaved, dog-friendly walking trai ...

6801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX, 78739
Holly Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park

Holly Shores connects to the treasured Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail that loops around Lady ...

2711 Canterbury St, Austin, TX, 78702
International Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park

A scenic, open-space waterfront park located on the south side of Lady Bird Lake (Town Lake) at the ...

1800 S Lakeshore Blvd, Austin, TX, 78741
Johnson Creek Greenbelt

A concrete hike-and-bike trail

2001 Enfield Rd, Austin, TX, 78703
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Welcome to the Botanic Garden of Texas! Get ready to explore 284 acres of scenic gardens and trails.

4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX, 78739
Lantana Neighborhood Park

Lantana Neighborhood Park is a hidden gem spanning just over 6.3 acres in the juniper-dappled hills. ...

7206 Rialto Blvd, Austin, TX, 78735
Latta Branch Greenbelt

Park offering multiple tree-shaded trails for walking, running, and biking.

7910 Beckett Rd, Austin, TX, 78749
Little Walnut Creek Greenbelt

Undulating 206-acre protected woodland area with hiking trails, creeks & ravines, play equipment, na ...

Playground Features
5100 E 51st St, Austin, TX, 78723
Longhorn Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park

Park with picnic tables, and a public restroom, as well as hiking and biking trails and beautiful vi ...

60 S Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin, TX, 78741
Lower Bull Creek Greenbelt

A scenic 3-mile, dog-friendly trail in Northwest Austin known for its limestone cliffs, waterfalls, ...

7806 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX, 78731
Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve

Stepping into Mayfield Park is not unlike stepping into an Eden. Towering palm trees, lush gardens a ...

3505 W 35th St, Austin, TX, 78703
McKinney Falls State Park

Listen to Onion Creek flowing over limestone ledges and splashing into pools. Follow trails winding ...

5808 McKinney Falls Parkway, Austin, TX, 78744
Michael Butler Park at Town Lake Metro Park

A central Austin park area with an open lawn. -Access to Butler Trail -Skyline views -Short wal ...

1000 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX, 78704
Moccasin Neighborhood Park

Moccasin Neighborhood Park consists of over 16 acres along Williamson Creek, south of W SH 71 and we ...

6700 Halesboro Dr., Austin, TX, 78736
Mount Bonnell

From Mount Bonnell, the high point Austin TX, you have awesome views on Austin, the Colorado River a ...

3800 Mount Bonnell Road, Austin, TX, 78731