Parks

Every Monday this summer we're highlighting some of the best Austin parks. This week we're headed to Mary Elizabeth Branch Park!

Every Monday this summer we're highlighting some of the best Austin parks. This week we're headed to Barton Creek Greenbelt!

Every Monday this summer we're highlighting one of the best Austin parks and we're kicking things off with Auditorium Shores!

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department has modified their pool schedules to help give Austin free safe pool access this summer.

Parks have always been an essential part of our identity as Austinites, but the importance of Austin Parks is even more clear during social distancing.

Here's your list of free, fun activities to do with the kids while they're out of school for Spring Break!

Finding volunteer opportunities for the whole family can sometimes be challenging. Here are a few of our favorite Austin charities where you can volunteer as a family.

Mayfield Park is a beautiful natural wonder located near downtown Austin, full of trails, bodies of water, and of course the famous peacocks.

Fischer Park is a fairly new park, playground, and sprayground located a short drive south of Austin in New Braunfels with a variety of amenities.

This south Austin gem has plenty to offer and less traffic than many other parks, making Mary Moore Searight Park a great place to get in touch with nature.

Playgrounds covered in shade, hiking trails, sand volleyball, and an extra fun seesaw help make Springwoods Park a great place to spend an afternoon.

Hiking, swimming, wildlife, education programs, and more, McKinney Falls State Park has so much to offer, and it's just a quick drive from Austin!

The beautiful hike along Turkey Creek Trail is particularly fun for older kids and dogs (though it can be challenging for younger kids).

Southeast Metropolitan Park is a wonderful resource for families in south and east Austin, as well as those in the greater Austin area.

Beloved Pease Park has more to offer than just the annual Eeyore's Birthday Party -- it's got trails, a playground, splash pad, and so much more!

t to know one of Central Texas' loveliest outdoor spaces. Old Settlers Park is a lovely place to spend the day outdoors.

You're not truly an Austinite until you have a bluebonnet photo session -- here are some of the best places to find the wildflowers, along with a few photo tips.

It's almost time for Austin Parks Foundation's annual day of park service, and now is the time to sign up to do your part!

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