Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve

Review №1

Rating: 5

Nice trail system.

Date: a month ago

Review №2

Rating: 4

I recently visited the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve and had an overall enjoyable experience. The hike was pleasant, with trails ranging from easy to moderate, though some sections did have a bit of a steep incline. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making the experience even better. I appreciated that the trails were clearly marked with signs, which made navigation a breeze. Public restrooms are also available, which is a nice convenience. However, the water features were somewhat disappointing due to low rainfall, resulting in algae-filled areas. Additionally, some of the views were marred by telephone towers and the faint hum of traffic, which took away from the natural ambiance. Despite these minor drawbacks, I would still recommend a visit.

Date: a month ago

Review №3

Rating: 3

No pets. Reservation only on weekends.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №4

Rating: 4

Date: 3 months ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Great hike and Elvis is just delightful!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №6

Rating: 4

This is more of a 4.5/5 - the .5 is just the signs can be a bit confusing since the trailhead isn t labelled. You ll have to remember that Laurel connects directly to the trailhead when you re making your way back! Decent mix of trails with trees providing shade and trails with direct light, little hands-on gardens, and historical signage

Date: 3 months ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

This is a great walk! Theres a good mixture of flat and rocky terrain. A few lookout points of the hills and my first time ever seeing a live scorpion! He was hiding near a rock right off the path. Super cool to see!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Lovely natural preserve with several trails up and down hills, along ridges, and across creeks. Has a nature center with displays and a restroom. Was fortunate to arrive early enough on the weekend to use the QR code at the gate to still get admission. I recommend planning ahead and making a reservation in advance. Visited on

Date: 5 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Beautiful scenery and immaculately maintained trails.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Beautiful place, gorgeous bird songs and waterfalls. Very peaceful, never too crowded.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Gorgeous amazing hike. A good selection of short tails ranging from .1 miles to .6 minutes. Though they do link together so I had taken 3 small trails to and from and it ended up 1.1 miles. Theres even a cool little waterfall in the south west corner. In the research center, it seems very education based. They are passionate about teaching about the local wildlife. I saw a flyer about a guided Saturday tour. I cant remember all the details but Im definitely going to look into it.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Beautiful Austin hike, but highly recommend getting your tickets in advance as it can get pretty popular some days

Date: 6 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Nice, well-marked trails. Good, informative signage.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Excellent hike . An escape from the city in the city.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Great park! Reservations are required so it s not ever packed with people. The people who work here are always pleasant and helpful. It s worth the reservation fee.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 3

Date: 8 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 1

Used to love this place. Its now closed on the weekends, available by appointment only. Wouldve been nice to know before making the drive. Plenty of other options in Austin.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 1

Closed on weekends.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Wild Basin is an absolutely delightful nature walk. There is visual interest with the trees and mental engagement with the terrain. There is an adorable small waterfall and a scenic overlook. The trails are well marked and offer mostly easy paths but there are plenty of roots, steps, rocks and rock stairs. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

It was a lovely, serene experience. I appreciated the entry control on the weekend/public holiday to ensure the trails didnt get overcrowded. Mr. Ingram in security was kind, good-natured, and informative.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 4

Very nice short hike

Date: 9 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 1

Date: 11 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Great trails, clean compost toilets, nice vistor center.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 4

Unfortunately no waterfall to be seen due to dryness

Date: 11 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Amazing hiking spot with clearly marked trail! Super friendly and helpful security guard in the morning!

Date: a year ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Well signposted park. Some steep paths, but easy to walk. Unfortunately, the waterfall was almost without water due to the heat.

Date: a year ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Review for Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve: Do not bring your dogs as this is a persevere. I had an amazing experience during my recent hike at Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve! From the moment I arrived, the staff greeted me with warmth and enthusiasm. They generously showed me around the preserve and provided a helpful map of the trails, which was also available for virtual download. The well-maintained trails were a delight to explore, surrounded by the beautiful wilderness. I appreciated the dedication and care put into keeping the preserve in top shape. During operating hours, the creative research center is air conditioned, offering a pleasant retreat to cool off and take a break with clean bathrooms Overall, I highly recommend Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve to everyone, whether you are a seasoned hiker or a newcomer to the outdoors. The preserve offers a perfect blend of friendly hospitality, well-maintained trails, and beautiful scenery. It s truly a hidden gem that should be on every nature lover s bucket list. I can t wait to return for another memorable adventure!

Date: a year ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Easy, peaceful trails. The staff was really friendly as well.

Date: a year ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Ranger led trip to the waterfalls. Interesting and informative. Field house has educational displays. Small donations are appreciated.

Date: a year ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Such a beautiful place. Great guided tours too. Highly suggest!

Date: a year ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Breath taking. Beautiful!

Date: a year ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Super friendly team helped us through our first visit. Paid entry for parking - nice knowing it helps the preserve the area. Walked to the waterfall and did a loop. Relatively easy hike up and down hills. Beautiful trees and view. Thanks

Date: a year ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Great place to hike

Date: a year ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

If you live in Austin, you should go at least once. During the week its free on the weekend you have to make a reservation for parking, and there is a small fee for the reservation.

Date: a year ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Keep Austin wild!

Date: a year ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

I really enjoyed this trail! First off, I didn t have the pleasure of meeting Elvis at the check in booth, but the lady that did check me in was really friendly and helpful. There is ample parking and assuming since this is by reservation only you will always have a spot to park. There are restrooms at the trail head, but I did not see any water stations throughout the entire hike. You may want to bring some because you will probably need it. I imagine this trail is brutal during the summer (there is a good bit of shade on the trails though). On a 80-degree day it was definitely perfect! The trail was very clean and very well maintained. I did not see one piece of trash anywhere. You don t see any dogs since they aren t allowed and I only ran into others hiking a couple of times. It was as if I had the trail to myself! I prefer challenging trails and at first, I thought this was going to be too easy for my liking. When I got about halfway through, though, I saw the steep grades more and then knew it would be harder than I thought which was good. Still wasn t terribly difficult but my legs do feel it now hours later. There are a good bit of steep grades so you will have to pick up those hammies. I kept on the outskirts of the trail and then I realized that there are off shoot trails which take you in the middle from one side to the other. I found these trails to be fun so don t miss those. Everywhere along the trails made for great pictures. I didn t see any wildlife or snakes (thank God) and only saw a handful of Texas Yellow Stars. There are several benches throughout so, if you do get too tired you can always stop and take a rest. The creek was nice and there was actually a good bit of stream water today. Of course, this also set up for a beautiful waterfall which I greatly enjoyed sitting and listening to for a while. Even though you can hear the cars on the highway it was still a serene hike. I tried to take a good pic of the waterfall but where you have to stand to view it or snap a pic there is a tree limb conveniently sagging which obstructs your view. Where s my chainsaw when I need it! Lol. At the end of your hike, they have a Research Center however, they were not open for some reason. Overall, for the $5 I paid for just myself it was well worth it! Also, please donate which can be easily added to your cost of the ticket. It s easy and worth it!

Date: a year ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Great trail and kept clean. Waterfall didnt have much flow while we were there, little disappointed but enjoyed visiting with Elvis the security gaurd.

Date: a year ago

Review №56

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

I like that the trail options are interconnected loops so there are many distance options for hiking and if you get tired you can choose to come back on a shorter loop. The trails are on an incline so keep in mind that the return hike is uphill. It was not very busy when we visited on a Tuesday afternoon and we got a personal welcome to the nature center. The security guard was very helpful and informative and he found my lost wallet and returned it to me.

Date: a year ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Love love this place. Great Visitor Center. Excellent trails. So glad they protected this island of habitat.

Date: a year ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Short hikes but a gem of quiet natural peace in the midst of the city.

Date: a year ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

We first visited over 20 years ago, taking our small children at the time. Just returned and its a reminder that we have a lovely preserve right in the heart of west Austin. The trails are well maintained and most of the way is pretty easy. There are some light ups and downs, but nothing strenuous. Nice waterfall area too. The entire perimeter is about 3k.

Date: a year ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Dont try to bring your dog, they are really aggressive about checking.

Date: a year ago

Review №65

Rating: 3

Can only get in at very certain times and you must have a reservation. Was free before COVID and you could just walk in.

Date: a year ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Wow~~ Beautiful trails Recommend a good place to hike with your family~

Date: a year ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

A great nature preserve in the west Austin with limestone hills, creek, waterfall, and great native plants and trails. Compared to the past, it has become too brushy and not enough grassland - but still great. St. Edwards University now owns the preserve.

Date: a year ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

We walked the longest loop and it took about an hour. A couple of steep inclines got our heart rate up. Nice and shaded :)

Date: 2 years ago

Review №71

Rating: 4

Date: 2 years ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

Be aware- Saw a entrance sign saying weekends now need reservations as of July 31st. Very nice quiet park with stone covered trails. Short trails can be combined to do a 2 mile or so loop. See photo. Mostly shaded. Nice overlook views with benches. Trails are easy to see and signs. Lots of stepping up and down rock steps. Ive only gone on evenings on weekdays and no crowds at all. Plenty of parking. One toilet in parking lot, had no water. Be aware its easy to miss entrance road. You only see sign when you start to enter

Date: 2 years ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

Went on an amazing REI guided star walk. The trail was well maintained and challenging. Good views.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Favourite hiking trail in Austin

Date: 2 years ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

Super super friendly staff and a basically empty, pleasant trail (granted it was 102 degrees in the middle of the day on Saturday). You need to reserve in advance but I was able to do it online in the car right before going in. There s a very small waterfall/creek that s too shallow for swimming, and it s a short, easy hike down to get there. In total there are like maybe 3 miles of trails.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Great place to hike. Lots to learn for the kids about nature. Hike trail was mostly shaded and was a great way to teach someone to read a map! The scenery was amazing!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Me and my roommate went and we really enjoyed the trail. They are short, but due the the terrain it equated to good quality exercise. We plan to return soon.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Great place to hike. Lots of elevation changes. Trails are pretty shaded. Would like to go back to see the waterfall when theres more water running. You cant get in the water but good views. Good views towards downtown.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №83

Rating: 1

They are pretty unclear about entrance policies and are inconsistent. The time slot on the website makes it look like you can enter until 10:30 but in small print at the end it apparently says you can only enter until 9:30. We ve arrived at 10 before but today we re told we couldn t enter. It feels a little like we were taken advantage of.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Great hike, well laid out with several great views. Trail signs are mostly good. Dont miss the falls. The trail is very up and down, Id rate it moderate, but not for folks who dont like steps. Be sure to bring a trail map as youll want to traverse all the paths.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Great place to hike. Quite and some nice climbs in the back of area.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Amazing part of wild Austin

Date: 2 years ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №90

Rating: 4

Easy hiking. The area is pretty small so you could cover all the trails in just a few hours. Some decent views along the way.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

We were looking for a place to go on a walk/hike before heading to the airport and this is where we chose. What a nice Preserve. The trails are well maintained and marked. We did a loop that included going to the waterfall (we only had an hour). There were a couple creek crossing that could be problematic for some and the trail was steep (as warned by signage) in one part. I wish we had more time to walk on all the trails, maybe next time. Monday thru Friday there is no cost to enter. The security guard, Elvis, was friendly and informative. Unless I missed more parking, there isnt a whole lot but there are constructing a bathroom and maybe spaces were being taken up by that.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Beautiful trails. Well marked. You arent allowed in any of the water for preservation reasons but the terrain is varied and have some very easy and some quite steep rock descents.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Now the nature here is beautiful, but the best part of the experience came from the security guard that was working when I pulled in. I had never been here so I asked him to run through the preserve for me, he launched into an incredible overview of what they had to offer full of character and charm! It was honestly an incredible sales pitch and if he were trying to sell me a membership to hike there, I probably would have bought. That level of helpfulness and friendliness from security staff is so rare and it made the experience great! The hike itself offers about as much variation as the Austin area nature has to offer. Theres good elevation change, some nice rivers, and an advertised waterfall that is small but cute.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №95

Rating: 1

Its a lovely park and one of my favorites. I wouldnt recommend paying the entrance fee on the weekends though. I had trouble with their website and booked for a later time than I showed up and was turned away at the gate. The employees were not able to change my reservation or refund me. Im extremely disappointed and regret ever donating to this park or picking up trash. Theres many other parks to go to in the area that are free.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

We were only able to stop by very briefly, but the security staff there were wonderful. One of them came out to greet us and he was wonderfully friendly. When he learned this was our first visit he brought out some instructional materials and briefly and helpfully ran through the attractions of the place, its policies, and how most of the guests used it. I was very impressed and I hope many others have the chance to visit this place and engage with the wonderful staff there.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №98

Rating: 2

Appointment required.... not a fan

Date: 2 years ago

Review №99

Rating: 4

We had a wonderful experience. For a couple of hours we were no longer in Austin. You had a sense for what Austin was like 200 years ago.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Nice trails. Love the water fall, very relaxing sound!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №101

Rating: 4

A route with a small descent and ascent to the waterfall. The main advantage is that most of the route is shaded

Date: 2 years ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Note that the facilities are closed but the trails are open. Inexpensive to get in, $14 for a family of 3, with fairly short trails. Recommended if you want to test out the kiddos in a fairly easy hike of 2 miles that offers some incline and decent sun coverage. We spent about 1 1/2 hours there.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Great hike for beginners! Took only 20-30 minutes to get to a beautiful waterfall. So glad we went!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №107

Rating: 4

Date: 2 years ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Great hike with toddlers/kids. Fun views and different things to discover throughout -

Date: 3 years ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

nice quiet hike. The trail is pretty covered with lots of shade but theres also nice open areas in the beginning with lots of sun.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Stunning trail with a bit of everything!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Quick and challenging hike. The trails have quick elevation drops but nothing too tricky. Good for an experienced hiker. Bring water! Theres not much wind to keep ya cool

Date: 3 years ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

I was so hot but that was my fault wish signs were better posted all over I got kind of lost and a bit nervous

Date: 3 years ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Lovely little gem of a wilderness area. Well maintained trails, good signage, fascinating habitats, good birds.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

This is a beautifully preserved area and learning center. The park is open daily, but the gate closes when the parking lot is full. Go early!!! Prepare to take lots of photos, hydrate and pack trash out. Rangers are helpful and informative so ask questions if you want to learn more. Enjoy!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №124

Rating: 4

Rambled through the trails with my son. We had a great time.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №125

Rating: 1

Pretty much every other hiking place around town is open. Seriously, it is time to open back up!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

An amazing and sometimes challenging hike. Beautiful views. The front gate guards are gentlemen. Highly recommend it.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Beautiful hike today, moderate hike with few other people on the trail.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Lovely spot for a weekend hike. Need reservations, though!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Lots of nature, relaxing, easy access.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

There is just something about the quietness and stillness found in nature, that when found, will always get 5 stars from me. Mother nature is always as good as it gets in my opinion. This place is a nice, beautiful walk that at point I thought I was lost, but all you have to do is pay attention to the signs and youll figure where you are. Also, the fact that is a huge big circle helps. Just keep walking forward! The location of the waterfall is gorgeous and there are different spots to see it in different ways. There is no entry fee to this park although there is a box for donations. Definitely go check it out if you are near.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №135

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

One of the best hikes in Austin. Reminds me of some beautiful New England trails. Great overlooks, rocky terrain, and waterfalls.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Wild Basin is always beautiful and is really well maintained under St. Edwards

Date: 4 years ago

Review №138

Rating: 4

Nice hike with some ups and downs and decent views. A little bit of highway noise but not too much

Date: 4 years ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Low traffic, enough elevation change for a mini workout, and peaceful views. Very clean.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Great trail just outside Austin with a lot of shade through a variety of different difficulty levels. Nice little workout to stretch the legs, and challenging enough so that you feel you did something physical today. Waterfall was a sweet bonus. Lots of trails to choose from on the map. We went all the way around the perimeter of the park in 1.5 hours. Highly recommend for outdoor adventuring.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Excellent facility, miles of fun. Do it!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Really cool and kept up with trails. Its free but totally leave a donation cause they are awesome

Date: 4 years ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

We went on a guided hike here with our homeschool group, and Wild Basin was wonderful! They graciously hosted our group on a day they usually dont have guides available because that was the only day of the week we could come. We were divided into two small groups one for older kids and one for younger ones which allowed the guides to tailor both the hike length and the information provided. The guides were personable and engaging, and the kids had a great time. Several moms mentioned that their kids were bubbling with excitement on the ride home, going on and on about the cool things they had learned.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Nice well maintained trail.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №150

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №152

Rating: 4

Pretty views on west side of Austin. Trails are a bit rough but doable for most people.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №153

Rating: 3

**NO PETS ARE ALLOWED **AROUND 2miles easy hike with a small water falls .

Date: 4 years ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Nice trails

Date: 4 years ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Beautiful place to hike in Austin. Not a very strenuous hike. Only about a 2.5 mile loop. Not too far of a drive and it has the feel of being out of the city. Well marked trails and the staff is very friendly!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

Great hike, great views!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Amazing views. Perfect for a walk away from the city

Date: 4 years ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

A mix of easy and challenging trails. The person who was in front was very informative and nice. Im really looking forward to going back.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

Escape from the hustle and bustle! Need some fresh air? Wanta get out of traffic? Stop and take a hike! Clear paths, educational facility, and friendly people. Good place to relax and get some exercise. No dogs allowed.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

Great hike...streams...

Date: 4 years ago

Review №166

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

Amazing place to have family time!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

Great place to hike with kids or solo. Waterfall is cool. Like that it is only open to hikers. No dogs or bikes allowed.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

This is a great little park in Austins hill country! There are several small trials that we combined together for a 2.3 mile hike. It was pretty easy although there were some parts with a bit of steep elevation gain and a couple of slightly tricky creek crossings. But there was a beautiful little water fall and some really nice hill country views! The attendant was very helpful and friendly.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №170

Rating: 4

Good view

Date: 4 years ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Great place to go hike solo, with family or friends. The place is very pretty and well maintained. No swimming and no pets allowed.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №172

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №173

Rating: 5

Really great spot

Date: 4 years ago

Review №174

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

This trail is dense, clean and clearly marked. Id recommend grabbing a trail map from the visitor center before your hike- its easy to get turned around but worth a visit for the amazing views. You can see for miles on a clear day.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №177

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

Its great for a family jaunt of all ages. It has some short, but pretty trails with elevation change.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

A great place to introduce someone to hiking.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Great place!!!!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

I have been walking here since I was a kid growing up in Austin. It is just a beautiful escape from the city and the waterfall is really calming. Be careful to get out before they close at sunset. Also a lot of uphill hiking so is a great little workout if you choose that route, but you may want to avoid with older friends that may have trouble with stairs and uphill walks.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Mostly you get the feeling of being in a nature preserve rather than on a very manicured trail, especially as the path descends towards the creek. Higher up the trail is beautiful in a scrubby, Cedar, limestone, Texas sort of way, becoming beautiful in a Hobbit grotto sort of way near the waterfall. It is mostly quiet, though the traffic on highway 360 highway is quite noticeable in some places.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

Great place to hike without a fee (donations accepted) that has beautiful scenery and various levels of difficulty.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

Visited on a cludy drizzling day but the trail was nice. We went just for the waterfall. There was only one portable restroom but very clean

Date: 4 years ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Nice preserve with some terrain (think uphills and downhills). Not fit for animals (I dont believe theyre allowed). And even has some indoor restrooms as well.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

Stunning view

Date: 4 years ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Great hike close to Austin. Very doable for families. Great place to see as much fall colors as you are going to get in Austin.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Just wow. Short but steep hikes with great hill country views. No water though so kids should enjoy the walk and occasional scramble.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Wonderful nature preserve. I love being able to just walk down a hill and have all the city noise disappear. One of my favorite trails in austin

Date: 4 years ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №193

Rating: 5

Great experience , amazing views !!! Great staff !!!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №195

Rating: 4

Good place for cardio workout, lots of elevation changes.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №196

Rating: 4

This place was nice and clean. Good trails. Good views. Very friendly and accomadating staff. The waterfall was nice but the location doesnt allow you to take a good picture.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

Best place for hiking with a kid, especially toddler. Very clean and fresh. I like the no-smoking sign. Fantastic place to hike without breathing in the cigarette. And no dog, what a wonderful place!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №198

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Fantastic hike!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

Very nice for a quiet walk, there are short and long walks!

Date: 4 years ago