Bull Creek District Park and Greenbelt
Austin, TX 78731
Phone: (512) 974-6700
- Cross Street:
- Loop 360
- Hours:
- Daily 5am-10pm
Editorial Review for Bull Creek District Park and Greenbelt – by John Hancock
In Short
Just north of the Farm Road 2222 exit and on the east side of Loop 360, Bull Creek is a small district park complete with a volleyball court and hike-and-bike trails. Picnic tables are available when your stomach calls and bathrooms when nature calls. The epicenter of Bull Creek is, of course, the creek. The creek is low in the summer months, but draws the most swimmers in the spring when rains fill the creek.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasThe hike-and-bike trails at Bull Creek are separated, preventing any unfortunate accidents between pedestrians and pedal pushers.
Know Before You GoSwimming is allowed in the creek, but you do so at your own risk. It's not a designated swimming area, so there are not lifeguards on duty. And it is a natural creek, so as common sense would have it, if the water looks funky, stay out.
User Reviews for Bull Creek District Park and Greenbelt
05/16/2008 Posted by lizlovestoeat
The major dog attraction at this park is the creek itself, along with the grassy areas alongside. Both are away from the parking lot, so you don't have to worry about your off-leash dog running into traffic. Both shallow and swimming-depth (for dogs) areas are available so all sizes of dogs can enjoy the water. Big trees provide shade on hot days and squirrel-chasing opportunities. I've never seen the sand volleyball area used for volleyball, but the dogs sure enjoy rolling and digging in the sand! There are usually dogs around to play with, but the best playtime is usually around 10 am to 2 pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. There's a no-swimming sign posted at the leash-free area of this park, but wear water shoes to wade in the creek for a wet version of fetch. The parks department keeps dispensers well stocked with Mutt Mitts, so picking up after your pooch is easy. If you choose to bring food to the park, be prepared to be harassed by begging pups. Lakewood Drive is accessible from both 360 and 2222.
Pros: Fun social time and exercise for dogs, multiple play areas at the same park, parking is usually adequate, naturally beautiful
Cons: Can be crowded on sunny weekends, not all dog owners pick up after their pets
11/01/2005 Posted by redheaded_dude
So many dogs say the same thing: Woooooof! This place is awesome. My dog is sort of the beta guy with other dogs, he does whatever the other dogs tell him to. So when he goes here, he has fun, and lots of it. The dogs and people are generally very very friendly. I freaked out the first time I saw a Rottweiller there, and soon realized that this dog was very friendly, and my non-alpha dog was soon running with the "big dogs" and having -- literally-- the time of his life. Common sense must generally prevail: if your dog doesn't get along with other dogs, stay away! But if you have a friendly guy or gal who likes to run and play with other dogs, fetch, play in water (not required), play chase, or just walk the trails with you (Master), this is a great place.
Pros: friendly dogs & owner, fun for dogs, scenic
Cons: poop left on ground, whining kids
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