Zilker Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

1. Zilker Park

9.5
2168 Lou Neff Rd, Austin, TX
Park · Barton Hills · 155 tips and reviews

Parents MagazineParents Magazine: Mom-and-baby boot camp classes, a fantastic playground, and the Barton Springs naturally fed swimming area make this park a favorite for families.

Amy J.Amy Johnson Cook: Hike & bike trails, movies in the park, sand volleyball, soccer, kayak & canoe rentals and don't forget the disc golf course.

Maegan H.Maegan Harless: Absolutely love this park. It's huge & has off leash areas for your dog. Great place to bring a picnic as well! Lots of restaurants near by and even trails to go for a run/bike ride on!

Red Bud Isle is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

2. Red Bud Isle

8.6
3401 Redbud Trl., Austin, TX
Dog Park · 32 tips and reviews

Kyle A.Kyle Allen: The Volunteer Group, Friends of Red Bud Isle has a new and improved website launching today.www.friendsofredbudisle.orgVisit and sign-up for alertsNext event is "It's My Park Day", March 3rd.

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: Austin's dog island is an accidentally perfect place for a dog park, hemmed in by the upper end of Lady Bird Lake, where they can go for a dip. The entire park is off-leash.

Kyle A.Kyle Allen: Volunteer at Red Bud Isle Dog Park Saturday, March 3rd.Sign-up at www.friendsofredbudisle.org get a free T-shirt.Kyle AllenGrinds of Red Bud Isle

Republic Square is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

3. Republic Square

8.4
422 Guadalupe St., Austin, TX
Park · Downtown Austin · 18 tips and reviews

GOODGOOD: One of four original city squares laid out in 1839, this park hosts multiple community programs.

austintexasgov M.austintexasgov Manager: Republic Square is home to the Movies in the Park series as well as weekly farmer's markets. Learn more about the history of Republic Square Park and how you can get involved in its future here. Read more.

Social N.Social News Network: One of Austin's free summertime gems - Movies in the Park. Bring friends, pets, lawn chairs, and watch on the big (outdoor) screen. Def. suggest BUG SPRAY, CHAIRS (not just towels), and a blanket!!!

Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

4. Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park

9.1
12138 N Lamar Blvd (Lamar and Parmer), Austin, TX
Park · 36 tips and reviews

Holly L.Holly Lauber: I love this park but if your dog is skittish aroundb bikes these trails may not be for you. It is great to do some legal offleash hiking though!

Social N.Social News Network: My dogs love this place. After the long walking, they love to dive into the creek. The water is so clear. Every angle of this park offers a nice view to take great photos. Don't forget your camera!

Sara N.Sara Nichols: Great park in the middle of the city. Lots of trails - easy to get lost but always easy to find your way back. Bikers galore, so if you're running, be sure to listen for their heads up.

McKinney Falls State Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

5. McKinney Falls State Park

9.0
5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX
Hiking Trail · 52 tips and reviews

TriciaTricia: Beautiful state park convenient to downtown Austin.

Sara H.Sara Hustead: I volunteer here. Great park.

Terence C.Terence Chan: Cool park to explore. Parking at $6/per person is oftly pricey.

Auditorium Shores Dog Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

6. Auditorium Shores Dog Park

9.0
800 W Riverside Dr., Austin, TX
Dog Park · Bouldin Creek · 18 tips and reviews

Party AnimalsParty Animals: Great place to bring your pooch! If you don't have one, stop by Austin Pets Alive! to volunteer to take one for a walk - a great way to spend your day at the park!

Do512Do512: Dog park by day, amazing music venue by weekend! If you haven't heard whose playing SXSW 2012, visit do512.com to find out!

SoundCloudSoundCloud: If you like dog parks, this is one of the best!

Mueller Lake Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

7. Mueller Lake Park

9.2
4550 Mueller Blvd (Simond and Aldrich), Austin, TX
Playground · Mueller · 32 tips and reviews

Alia M.Alia McKee: Beautiful park at the old airport. They totally missed the boat on the housing developments, but they nailed this great outdoor space. Bring a badminton net and set up for a beautiful day. Read more.

Trey M.Trey Moore: Love the water and ducks, cool park scenery on the eastside

Social N.Social News Network: Early morning run or late night fishing. Lots to do around Mueller Park.

Auditorium Shores at Lady Bird Lake is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

8. Auditorium Shores at Lady Bird Lake

9.5
800 W. Riverside Dr., Austin, TX
Park · Bouldin Creek · 52 tips and reviews

Lacey S.Lacey S: Best dog park in Austin!

John W.John Walls: My dog definitely loves Auditorium Shores. All in all, a great place for Rover to roam. Just make sure that you keep an eye on your dog. It is a dog park. Lots of dogs with different behaviors. Read more.

Matt G.Matt Glazer: This is Austin. It's a dog park, Presidential hot spot (thousands met then Sen Obama) and concert venue leave your mark too.

Little Stacy Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

9. Little Stacy Park

8.8
1500 Alameda Dr., Austin, TX
Park · 13 tips and reviews

DoraDora: An ankle-deep creek runs alongside the park - perfect for little ones to tiptoe in and explore the water. Powered by ParentsConnect.com

Barbara S.Barbara Sadler: Great park

B W.B W: Great park. The public pool is free. A nice place to escape the Barton Springs crowd. Not spring water though-- chlorinated. Small grassy area to hang out by the pool.

West Austin Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

10. West Austin Park

8.0
1317 W 10th St., Austin, TX
Park · Old West Austin · 17 tips and reviews

Alex P.Alex Parrish: Best dog park in Austin!

David J. N.David J. Neff: Best closed in Dog Park in the ATX.

FitCitiesFitCities: Great park for a jog!

Long Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

11. Long Center

9.0
701 W Riverside Dr (South 1st St), Austin, TX
Performing Arts Venue · Bouldin Creek · 41 tips and reviews

Bruce C.Bruce C: Concerts in the Park on the lawn in front with Austin Symphony! Sundays during the summer at 7:30pm. Great for a picnic, a date, alone, or with the kids.

Johnny G.Johnny Gonzalez: You can park across the street in the parking lot behind the Hooters for no charge.

Do512Do512: Having a drink during intermissions on the balcony that overlooks the water and park is worth the ticket price! "Tarantino in Concert" during SXSW! More deets at do512.com

Yard Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

12. Yard Bar

9.1
6700 Burnet (Twin Oaks Dr), Austin, TX
Bar · Allandale · 16 tips and reviews

John H.John Hume: The key thing to know in advance is that there's no human food allowed in the dog park, and no leaving your dog with the "bark rangers" to go to the restaurant area.

merideth t.merideth tennant: Wow! Beer, dog park, all supervised by "Bark Rangers"! This place is great!

Kelly 🐘 M.Kelly 🐘 Martin: A dog park AND a bar/restaurant?!? Best idea ever!

Lady Bird Lake Trail (West) is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

13. Lady Bird Lake Trail (West)

9.5
Lady Bird Lake (Western Bank), Austin, TX
Hiking Trail · Barton Hills · 100 tips and reviews

FitCitiesFitCities: Great park for some exercise!

Social N.Social News Network: Park on the north side of the lake near the Lamar street bridge, next to the new footbridge. The loops are really easy to understand, and make sure to hydrate.

InterContinental Hotels & ResortsInterContinental Hotels & Resorts: An energetic walk on the Lady Bird Lake Trail is the following step of your Perfect Day in Austin: take in the atmosphere of Austin's best loved park is perfect to work up your brunch appetite. Read more.

Springwoods Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

14. Springwoods Park

8.2
Anderson Mill Rd. (Pond Springs Rd.), Austin, TX
Playground · Springwoods · 17 tips and reviews

Jovan S.Jovan Sharpe: Leashed dogs are allowed & park has plenty of free bags for cleanup.

Christine N.Christine Newman: Very nice park for young children. 2 playscapes with lots of shade. Bathrooms are right next to the playground.

Maegan H.Maegan Harless: Gorgeous park! A must visit especially if you have kids.

Katherine Fleischer Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Park in Austin.

15. Katherine Fleischer Park

8.7
Austin, TX
Park · 10 tips and reviews

Katie R.Katie Raver: In the far NW corner of the park, check out the massive cottonwood tree and the sculpted remnants of its former neighbor, a great willow.

Brian L.Brian Litke: Play disc golf at the park. From Wells Branch Pkwy turn onto Wells Port, drive 3 blocks and park near the bridge. SEach Sunday morning there is a random draw doubles tournament at 10 am

JordanJordan: One of the best shaded parks in Austin. Unique play equipment, too, like the 3 story wooden castle.