Pet Painter supports raising happy and healthy pets! 🐈❤️🐕
Pet Painter supports raising happy and healthy pets! 🐈❤️🐕
Mia Thompson
Pet Specialist
Hey there, Austin dog parents! Are you ready for a pup-tastic adventure in our city's beautiful outdoors? Austin, Texas, is not just a music and tech mecca; it's also an incredible playground for our four-legged friends who love to explore nature with their humans. So leash up, pack some treats, and let's hit the dog-friendly trails that make our city paw-some!
The Barton Creek Greenbelt is a must-sniff destination for every doggo that enjoys a good hike. The Spyglass entrance leads to an adventure-filled path where you and your pup can explore to your heart’s content. If the water levels are doggy-paddle worthy, take a dip in the Flats or Campbell's Hole. But do remember a furry safety tip: check for updates on those pesky blue-green algae situations to keep your pup safe from harm!
For a different taste of greenbelt life, start your trek at Twin Falls. Get ready for splashes and tail wags over rocky trails and a flowing creek. Just a heads-up, this trail can be a puppy parade on Sundays, so for a more serene experience, try a weekday visit. Remember, always bring water and snacks for both you and your fur baby!
Circling around Lady Bird Lake, the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail is perfect for a leisurely walk with your fur friend. With scenic views of the city and plenty of spots to rest and hydrate, it's a picturesque exercise haven for both you and your pooch.
Did someone say "beach"? Yes, Secret Beach is Austin's hidden sandy oasis. Combine this with a hike at Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park, and you have a full day of sun, fun, and wagging tails!
Just a hop, skip, and a bark away from the city, McKinney Falls State Park is a pupper's dream with trails galore and scenic swimming holes (although keep those leashes on, pooches can't swim here). It's an affordable day escape from the urban jungle where snout meets nature. Online reservations are recommended.
If your dog adores social sniffs and off-leash adventures, Turkey Creek Trail in Emma Long Metropolitan Park is your spot. With river crossing aplenty and loads of pup pals to play with, it's a proper bark park but in the woods!
According to Yelp, these are the Top 10 Best Dog Friendly Hiking Trails Near Austin, TX:
For a road trip with a historical twist, the trails in Johnson City are worth the drive. Or head down to San Marcos for a trail followed by a refreshing splash in the river. Just keep it kind and tidy for the wild rice growing in the water!
Whether you choose a trail listed here or forge your own path in Austin's surrounding beauty, always keep your furry BFF's comfort in mind:
Time to embark on an Austin-style hiking adventure with your beloved canine companion. Go on, unplug, unwind, and unleash some joy in the great outdoors of Dog-Friendly Austin!
Woof and Happy Trails!