Town Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail
(512) 477-7273
S First St
(at Riverside Drive)
Austin,
TX
78701
30.2611
-97.7494
Neighborhood: Bouldin
What People Are Saying About Town Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail
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In Short
Lined by shady trees, the 10 miles of trail are primarily crushed gravel, with concrete in some places. The most popular meeting spot for weekend warriors who frequent the trail is "the rock," near the north end of Mopac Bridge. Mile markers start at Auditorium Shores and head west. Each of the five bridges is passable and water fountains are located approximately every .75 miles; restrooms every 1.5 miles.
User Reviews
lloydst
December 19, 2004
Not really a hiking trail. It's a "fitness" trail. I like seeing the out of shape folks attempting to regain their former vigor. And it doesn't hurt to get some inspiration from the beautiful people that make up about 75% of the walker/runners. I do wish that EVERY dog owner would retrieve the 'gifts' left by their pets, and, let's face it, this is a 'biking' trail in name only. With so many people, serious biking is out of the question, and most true bikers know that. Besides which, the dust they stir up often ends up under my contact lens. Ouch! Mile markers every 1/4 mi on the 4.1 mile circle from Mopac to the S. 1st St bridge. Very handy. So, looking for a quiet hike where you can commune with nature? Not here. Want to people watch while firming up and trimming down? This is the place!
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sopjgp
August 29, 2003
The hike and bike trail is the place to people watch while you are running in Austin. Just watch out for the bike riders who will run you over and the walkers who walk 3 or 4 a breast making the trail an obstacle course for runners.
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paden
September 01, 2002
The H&B trail is my favorite place to go in Austin. The lake makes the ambiance, and you don't realize you're exercising because of the beauty. If you're biking, though, watch out for those walkers---they come out of the woodwork!
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Parking:
Find spots near Palmer Auditorium at First; near Zachary Scott Theater by Lamar Avenue bridge; near T.G.I.Friday's at Congress near Riverside and near Austin H.S.
Know Before You Go:
If you're looking for solitude, avoid the trail between the Mopac Bridge and Lamar Boulevard. Walkers with urban assault strollers and/or exuberant dogs are common obstacles on this popular part of the trail.
