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Mount Bonnell — Hiking with Kids in Austin

Mount Bonnell

4.8(1,077)4.8 out of 5 stars, 1077 reviews Austin, TX

About Mount Bonnell

Mount Bonnell is a hiking with kid in Austin, TX , rated 4.8 out of 5 by 1,077 families. It's one of outdoor kids activities worth knowing about when you're planning a day out with the kids.

What parents say

Gary Owen
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"Enjoy amazing views high above Lake Austin along the Colorado River. Enjoy amazing panoramic views of Austin City area as well as numerous Vistas around the surrounding community. Can enter and exit at lower or upper trail. Lower area is accessible by about 200 steps. Ample parking along road."

2 weeks ago

H Dave
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"Mount Bonnell offers a fantastic family outing with stunning views of the city and the Colorado River. This historic landmark, named after an early Texas newspaper publisher, provides a glimpse into Austin's past. The scenic hike to the top, while moderately challenging, is well worth the effort. The panoramic vistas from the summit are breathtaking and perfect for family photos. It's a great place to spend an afternoon, enjoying nature and creating lasting memories."

4 months ago

Denai C
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"We found ourselves here at a very busy time of the day… an hour before sunset. Apparently this is an amazing place to watch the burning ball go down in the evening. We wandered around for a while and then found a place along the fence line. This is a very pretty area to walk around and look out over the river. Definitely stop by here if you find yourself in the area. I would imagine it is for sure busy every nice day around sunset time."

4 months ago

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