With Austin parks closed for Easter, we found 13 routes where you can walk, bike, or run in safety. Get off the beaten path and explore some of Austin’s most beautiful and eclectic neighborhoods.
If you’re looking for a seriously challenging hill workout, try the routes for Rollingwood, Mt Bonnell Rd, Scenic Dr, or Ladera Norte/Far West. Bookmark this post to experience more of Austin’s incredible neighborhoods anytime.
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South 1st St
https://bit.ly/2XpZYqG
Bouldin/Zilker
https://bit.ly/3e9Iuom
Bouldin, Travis heights, Galindo St Ed’s
https://bit.ly/2JSDRkv
Zilker 5k
https://bit.ly/3e9InsW
North Loop & Duval
Start at mile 4, double back at mile 7
https://bit.ly/2xgebvq
Hyde Park
https://bit.ly/2yPn0gl
N Lamar
Start at mile 21, work your way down to the route endpoint then double back
https://bit.ly/3caKQkP
Rollingwood
Start at mile 1, loop back to mi.1 just before mile 5
Has some wider paths due to bike lanes
https://bit.ly/3e4szHX
Scenic Dr
Via exposition
https://bit.ly/34rxsWQ
Via Pecos
https://bit.ly/2JSEiLF
Mt Bonnell Rd & Mt Bonnell Dr
Start at mile 5, work your way backwards to mile
https://bit.ly/3e8Obmv
Ladera Norte & Far West Blvd
Has some wider paths due to bike lanes
https://bit.ly/2RnNqMn
We’d love to see which routes you conquer safely! Share your pics with us on Facebook or Instagram.
