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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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Nicholas Dawson Neighborhood Park

Neighborhood destination for families featuring picnic tables and a playground as well as hiking tra ...

704 W James St, Austin, TX, 78704
Onion Creek Metropolitan Park

Onion Creek Metropolitan Park is a 517-acre regional park located in Southeast Austin. The park is d ...

8652 Nuckols Crossing Rd, Austin, TX, 78744
Pace Bend Park

Pace Bend Park is popular for camping on the cliffs overlooking Lake Travis, swimming on a beach, bo ...

2805 Pace Bend Road North, Spicewood, TX, 78669
Pease Park

There is something for everyone at Pease Park. If you are looking for amenities to facilitate play a ...

Playground Features
1100 Kingsbury St, Austin, TX, 78703
Pease Park Treehouse

This two-story, open-air structure contains a path that originates from the Tudor Cottage and Terrac ...

1100 Kingsbury St, Austin, TX, 78703
Red Bluff Nature Preserve

The Preserve is open for foot-traffic only. Hikers and joggers should be in groups of three or less. ...

5607 Harold Ct., Austin, TX, 78721
Red Bud Isle

A popular leash-free park for dogs and their owners, Red Bud Isle lies on Lady Bird Lake, just below ...

3401 Red Bud Trl, Austin, TX, 78746
Reimers Ranch Park

-Astronomical observatory -Educational Programs -Equestrian trail riding -Fishing -Guided tours ...

23610 Hamilton Pool Road, Austin, TX, 78620
Richard Moya Park

Once a pecan orchard, Richard Moya Park is a great location to enjoy hike and bike trails, BBQ with ...

10001 Burleson Road, Austin, TX, 78719
Roy Guerrero Metropolitan Park Plaza

-Barbecue grill -Baseball field -Cycling lanes -Picnic tables -Public restroom -Playground -Tr ...

400 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX, 78741
Seiders Springs at Shoal Creek Greenbelt

A historic park and nature preserve. Sidewalk-paved creek-side trails in a tranquil park featuring p ...

1380 W 34th St, Austin, TX, 78731
Selma Hughes Park

Selma Hughes Park sits on a secluded area of Lake Austin, offering a tranquil place to fish, picnic, ...

11921 Selma Hughes Park, Austin, TX, 78732
Shady Park

Shady Park is one of Jonestown’s hidden gems, a walking/nature park featuring a grove of majestic oa ...

18403 Plazaway, Jonestown, TX, 78645
Shoal Beach at Town Lake Metropolitan Park

Serene peninsula near Shoal Creek offering scenic views, wildlife, benches & fishing access.

707 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX, 78701
Shoal Creek Greenbelt

A ribbon of a park spanning nearly 81 acres, which include shady trails & a dog park.

2600 N Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX, 78705
Slaughter Creek Greenbelt

Hiking, equestrian, bike trails, wildlife viewing, and access to the greenbelt’s creek and natural l ...

10003 S 1st St., Austin, TX, 78748
Southeast Metropolitan Park

Southeast Metropolitan Park is a community friendly park with athletic fields, playgrounds, exercise ...

4511 Highway 71 East, Del Valle, TX, 78617
Southern Walnut Creek Trail

Southern Walnut Creek Trail is a nature lover’s delight. Located in East Austin, this beautiful twi ...

5200 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX, 78721
Southwest Greenway Greenbelt

The Southwest Greenway is a 1.5-mile, crushed-granite nature trail and greenbelt located in the Muel ...

2000 Anchor Ln., Austin, TX, 78723
St. Edwards Greenbelt

This hidden park is perfect for trail runners, hikers, and dog owners. It has several trails and wid ...

7301 Spicewood Springs Rd., Austin, TX, 78750
Stillhouse Hollow Nature Preserve

1/2-mile, wheelchair-accessible trail through 20-acres of juniper-oak woodland ending at a scenic ov ...

7810 Sterling Dr., Austin, TX, 78731
Turkey Creek Trail

-Located in Emma Long Metropolitan Park -Off leash hiking trail -Loop trail -Moderate trail -Wal ...

1401-1711 City Park Rd, Austin, TX, 78730
Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park

Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park is Austin’s largest park. The property includes over 3,600 acres of ...

6620 Blue Bluff Rd, Austin, TX, 78724
Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve

Wild Basin Creative Research Center is a St. Edward's University off-campus location that includes W ...

805 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX, 78746
Woodlands Nature Trail

Located in the Shadow Glen community of Manor, TX, offers a serene escape into nature. This peaceful ...

Crowndale Dr., Manor, TX, 78653
Yett Creek Neighborhood Park

Yett Creek Neighborhood Park features an elaborate trail system with plenty of shade and creek acces ...

12538 Riata Vista Cir, Austin, TX, 78727
Zilker Botanical Garden

Zilker Botanical Garden — located on 28 acres nestled within Zilker Metropolitan Park in the heart o ...

2220 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, TX, 78746
Zilker Metropolitan Park

Zilker Metropolitan Park, located 2100 Barton Springs Road, is Austin’s oldest metropolitan park. Th ...

Playground Features
2100 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX, 78746
Zilker Nature Preserve

Gifted to the city in 1917, this riverside area offers a natural escape from the bustling city. Trai ...

301 Nature Center Dr, Austin, TX, 78746