Explore Austin's Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail

Immerse yourself in Austin's urban oasis with a scenic hike, bike, or jog along the 10-mile trail and boardwalk at Lady Bird Lake!

Last updated: Jan 2024

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The Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail and Boardwalk is a 10-mile pathway surrounding Lady Bird Lake in the heart of Austin, Texas. This picturesque trail passes through various parks, neighborhoods, and cultural attractions. With the addition of the 7,250-foot Boardwalk, the trail is now complete, offering an alternative transportation route for Austin's growing urban core. The trail is perfect for walking, jogging, or cycling, and visitors can enjoy stunning views of Austin's skyline, lush landscapes, and the serene waters of Lady Bird Lake.

What's included

10-mile hike-and-bike trail
Scenic boardwalk
Access to parks and cultural attractions
Views of Austin's skyline and Lady Bird Lake

Perfect for

For solo

For two

For families with kids

For parents and grownups

Outdoorsy

Chill

Challenging

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Itinerary

Choose a starting point for the trail
Walk, jog, or cycle along the trail
Enjoy the various parks and attractions along the way
Explore the boardwalk and its scenic views

Location

1820 S Lakeshore Blvd, Austin, TX 78741

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Packing List

Comfortable clothes
Athletic shoes
Sunscreen
Hat
Sunglasses
Water bottle

4.8 ● Google reviews

Scott Zuckerman

2 months ago

Nice urban multi-use (hike/bike/dogs) trail. Mostly flat, with a few ups & downs. Lovely scenery, plenty of shade. Lots of turtles soaking up the sun next to the lake! Oddly enough, while the people of Austin seem very friendly and welcoming, the people using this trail are EXTREMELY unfriendly. And they lack any sense of trail etiquette—several idiots zipped past us from behind, on e-bikes, without a hint of warning. Come on, people of Austin—I know it’s hot and humid but life is short so be happy and smile once in a while!
Israel Santiago

2 weeks ago

I love this trail. We road around for a couple of hours. There are many scenic places along the trail. It's well maintained and easy to walk and ride your bike there. There are kayak and paddleboard rentals there as well. There is a good amount of parking around parts of the trail if you are driving there. A word of advice, hide anything valuable because they seem to have frequent break ins. There are signs near the entrance.
HashtagDietFood

7 months ago

It’s a beautiful trail for walking, biking, and light running around the lady bird lake. It has gorgeous views of the lake and the city. The trail is dog friendly, is neat and clean. It has benches too to sit, relax and enjoy the view. The lake is clean, has ducks and birds in it. There are paddle boats and kayaks available to rent near the lake. Overall a gorgeous trail.
Mirko Kosoric

5 months ago

The best recreation spot in the city! Everything was super. The Lady Bird Lake Trail is fantastically maintained and offers beautiful views of the skyline and the water. It’s perfect for a walk or a run, very clean, and full of positive energy. A real gem in the heart of the city that you shouldn't miss.
warren mack

3 months ago

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