Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail

"If you’re visiting Austin or even just looking for a perfect way to spend a few hours outdoors, the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail around Lady Bird Lake is a must. It’s one of those places that really captures the spirit of Austin — relaxed, scenic, a little artistic, and always buzzing with life. One of the highlights of the trail is the Boardwalk, a beautifully designed stretch that actually takes you over the lake. Walking or biking across it gives you stunning, uninterrupted views of the downtown skyline, with the buildings reflecting on the water. It’s especially magical early in"

2 weeks ago

"Crowded but enjoyable at a leisurely pace. The 10 mile trail loops around the lake: part boardwalk, part paved, mostly dirt or packed gravel. It goes over water and through residential, grassy, and wooded areas."

a year ago

"A nice green trail in downtown Austin overlooking Colorado river. I would not call it a peaceful trail because of the number of passing bikes , you have to be careful in that sense as someone is always swooshing by you . The trail itself is enjoyable. I would say that it occasionally hosts homeless people because of the smell of human pee is some spots. Dogs are allowed and you will see many dogs there. Hikers, runners , people of all ages , people with little kids and strollers. On the water I saw people kayaking, fishing … overall I enjoyed the morning walk in downtown Austin"

a year ago