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Town Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail

Town Lake, Austin, TX
Ranked #2 of 176 attractions in Austin
5.0 of 5 stars 118 Reviews
Type: Hiking Trails, Biking Trails, Trails, Jogging Paths/ Tracks
Activities: Biking, Hiking
Description: Scenic trail through lush green parks and peaceful lakes: a great place to bike, hike and run.
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Binghamton, New York
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Good options for long and short runs. I always start at Mopac. Bridge-good parking. Look for stevie ray vaughn statue. More

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Austin, Texas
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

I discovered this place, by driving around, getting to know Austin-since I just moved here 3 weeks ago. I saw a big lake, & noticed it was very active with lots of folks around. I found a parking spot, luckily-it was the last spot! I went on a Sunday afternoon, so it was quite busy! If I hadn't found that... More

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Austin, Texas
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20 reviews 20 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

if you love to work out and meet new people, this place is for you. More

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Olney, Maryland
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

I enjoyed the trail during the week, but honestly, was dodging people left and right on the weekend! It is a runner's paradise - everyone's doing it. I thought I was pretty fit - in my 40s, running 3-6 miles 3-5 times per week. In Austin, I think I might be on the lazy side! More

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Austin, Texas
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

The Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail is truly the heart of Austin. Run or walk, 1, 2,3,...to 10 miles based on your choice of bridges. Take a casual stroll or a work on the pace of your run... the whole time checking out all the other beautiful people in Austin. The "crowds" start well before sunrise, year round. More

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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Great for a spring walk lots of dogs, lots of people but pleasant veiws in the middle of the bustling city. Parking is an issue. More

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Los Angeles
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

After doing some research on things to do in Austin, this came up as one of the top things to do. Since it was so close to where we were staying, I had to check it out. And I'm glad I did :) It was a Sunday and everyone was out and about. You had your runners and bikers. Dogs... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
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We took the Hike and Bike from the Embassy Suites near the South Congress bridge and followed it around to Barton Springs Pool. Loved it! Well planned out, shaded most of the way and very well maintained. It follows Town Lake and allows gorgeous views. More

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Columbus, Ohio
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

This is one of those running trails that never goes out of style. Fun to run on crushed gravel. More

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Dunedin, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Walked to Barton Springs along the trail. Interesting things along the way - symphony building, little lookout with spiral path, good ligthed fountain. More

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