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Jay C Hormel Nature Center
Park
👍👍 Love this place. Helps me set myself up for rest of the day! Great easy trails. plenty of spots to stop and enjoy the view and wildlife.
4.80 (468 reviews)
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Zilker Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
Gifted to the city in 1917, this riverside area offers a natural escape from the bustling city.
4.70 (90 reviews)
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Stillhouse Hollow Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 Very short, shaded, and paved pathway with a half dozen benches along the route makes it a good option for young toddlers and those with slight mobility impairments. The end of the trail finishes with a steeper slope and no hand rails, so avoid that portion based on your party's ability level.
4.50 (110 reviews)
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Blunn Creek Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
😠 Google maps doesn't take you to trailhead. Narrow street for parking. When finally found trailhead sign in neighborhood on adjacent street, sign says 'no pets'. That pertinent info is not on the google listing...dogs went home sad 😢
4.40 (126 reviews)
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Barton Creek Greenbelt Trailhead
Nature preserve
👍 Always have such a wonderful hike on the greenbelt, but have had an alarming increase of disrespectful hikers that have been trashing the place. That's why I started a Facebook group called Project Clean Up Austin Trails. A group of us head out for a hike and pick up trash on our way out. Always s...
4.30 (223 reviews)
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Bright Leaf Preserve
Nature preserve
Scheduled guided hikes through a 200-acre nature preserve with hilltop views & a tranquil vibe.
4.10 (77 reviews)