Nature Spots in Austin worth going out for.

The city everyone moved here for is still around, but you have to know which streets it retreated to.

I keep track of nature spots in Austin and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Top picks

Tuesday Twilights Feat. Anna La Mare

Tuesday Twilights Feat. Anna La Mare One-time only

Tue, Sep 29 · 5:00 PM

Circle C Ranch

Golden hour garden party

Night Swims

Night Swims

Mon, Sep 28 · 9:00 PM

Barton Hills

Free spring-water night swim

Hotel Magdalena

Hotel Magdalena

Greater South River City

Retro poolside retreat

Secret Beach

Secret Beach

Austin

secluded riverside sandy retreat

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Circle C Ranch

Native gardens & trails

Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park

Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park

Davenport Lake Austin

scenic lakeside wildland park

Deep Eddy Municipal Pool

Deep Eddy Municipal Pool

West Austin Ng

Cold springs, local legend

Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve

Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve

West Austin Ng

Historic gardens & peacocks

Barton Springs Pool

Barton Springs Pool

Barton Hills

Spring-fed urban oasis

Austin Nature & Science Center

Austin Nature & Science Center

Barton Creek

hands-on nature education

Not everyone knows about these

Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bat Bridge

Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bat Bridge

Austin

Bat colony sunset spectacle

Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail

Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail

Austin

Lakeside trail with skyline views

Kingsbury Commons

Kingsbury Commons

Old Enfield

Wooden playgrounds & splash pad

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Frequently asked questions

How are these nature spots in Austin chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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