Hiking Trails & Parks in Austin, Texas
305 hiking & walking trails and 1parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Austin, located in Travis County, Texas. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Austin, Texas
Austin offers 305 mapped hiking trails and 1 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Travis County, Texas, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Austin, Travis County, Texas?
Yes — we have 305 mapped hiking and walking trails in Austin, Travis County, Texas, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Austin, Travis County, Texas?
Dirt Hill Trail near Austin is rated hard — the toughest classification among Austin, Travis County, Texas's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Austin, Travis County, Texas for families?
66 near Austin is one of the best family picks in Austin, Travis County, Texas — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Austin, Travis County, Texas?
Each of the 305 trails in Austin, Travis County, Texas has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Austin, Travis County, Texas?
Austin, Travis County, Texas has 1 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Austin, Travis County, Texas?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Austin, Travis County, Texas right now — check the county level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Austin, Travis County, Texas?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Travis County for more options beyond Austin, Travis County, Texas.
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