Lady Bird Lake

Lady Bird Lake is a lake Downtown Austin Austin located in United States.

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Lady Bird Lake Trail (West Riverside Drive) Austin , TX 78704 United States

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trails biking barton springs pool scenic views runtex picnics hiking kayaks lakes canoes town bridge river city orthodontists swimming trees hammocks short swings
Dianey Sandoval

If you want to relax and take a break from city life get on the water... The only thing that is troublesome is parking ...so the earlier the better

AFAR Media

You can't swim in the water, but the left fork (heading west) in the river will take you to Barton Springs Pool , a popular Austin hangout, and you can splash in the water to your heart's delight. Read more

Michaels Stores

Hey park goers! Michaels is nearby @ Auditorium Shores today thru Sat, March 16. Treat yourself post workout with free DIY jewelry . Swing by our trailer we will be here until 9pm each night! #DIYStyle

USA TODAY

Go for a summer and early fall bat paddle, when hundreds of thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats emerge at dusk from the world's largest urban bat colony under the Congress Avenue bridge . Read more

CollegeFashionista

Running or biking along Lady Bird Lake is a great place to workout. During the warmer months, they offer kayaking and water biking on the lake , too!

Elizabeth Hall

Beautiful lake serves as natural boundary between North Austin & South Austin. Congress Ave that leads from the Capitol building , becomes S. Congress Ave on other side of the Congress Bridge .

Visit Austin

Kayak , canoe and stand-up paddleboard rental options abound on Lady Bird Lake – one of the best vantage points for people, dog and bat-watching. Read more

Aaron Collins

Lady Bird Lake at 6 miles to the south of Austin pediatric dentist and orthodontist Smiles of Austin

Andres Elizondo

It's a wonderful site to run, hammock , or kayak during the summer! The winters tend to be quieter , which can be great.

Mazanin F

Rent a canoe or a paddle board and enjoy a sunny day in Austin. Or use the jogging trails to burn some calories.

Eric Hinman

Checkout the Deep Eddy Outdoor Pool - it's the oldest swimming pool in Texas. Lap swim open during daylight hours, year round.

Russell Hirschorn

Pretty walk, needed after a mexican bfast , footbridges are fun, rent a boat

Derek Wong

Rent a kayak and row down to 1st street bridge . Its fun to climb up and jump off!

Alex Segovia

Construction on the east side of the 10 mile loop makes it difficult to follow if new to the 10 mile loop.

Wendy Kalthoff

I love this place and it is roght next to tcby. The boardwalk is beautiful.

CultureMap Austin

The park was named after the late First Lady Lady Bird Johnson by then-mayor Roy Butler, who transformed the lake into a place of pristine beauty.

Анна Коршенко

Very picturesque place for jogging, or just having a walk

Southern Living

Made our South's Best List! Rent a kayak from Rowing Dock and discover the small dam that holds Barton Springs Pool . Read more

Skyler Dobin

No one talks about the trails when they talk about Austin, but they're great for a morning run.

Daniel McDonough

Absolutely perfect running path. Highly recommended.

Stacy Wimpy

Everything about it is awesome! Best views in the city .

Park Silk

Even Lady Bird Johnson didn't want Town Lake renamed to "Lady Bird Lake". It' will always be Town Lake to locals.

Nikon USA

Lady Bird Lake is a scene set for lovely photos. Take advantage of the sun’s glare to produce flare in photos for a creative effect.

Half Past Now

Pack a picnic and bring the family out to kayak Lady Bird lake this summer!

Jeffrey

Regrettably the much appreciated water stations are gone, as is the much appreciated RunTex

Cristy Rodriguez

My favorite place to run, beautiful scenery everywhere you look

John Black

Great views

Southern Living

Made our South's Best List! Get on the water in a kayak from Rowing Dock. Read more

Kat McTee

beautiful trees , sparkling water, lots of delightful trailage for a short stroll or serious workout.

Half Past Now

Quench your thirst at the water stations provided by RunTex

Miriam Goldman

Beautiful trails .

ghoulbuns

So much lady bird lake it could make a Brady turd cake

Martín

Remember to stretch and stay hydrated.

Hector Perez

Great place to go for a run or a walk with the dog.

Marie Flores

Use the restroom before leaving on a kayak trip for 3 hours!

Dan Mateer

Say hey to the bat with a white dot on his ear, he's good friends with Batman.

Mike Davis

Come hang out.

Callie Thompson

Good game- slalom canoeing among the bridge columns.

Hector Perez

If you get a chance, check out the bats under Congress Bridge on Town Lake trail

Brea Simpson

Don’t drink it!

Chuq Yang

Take a hike ! Don't walk more than two people wide though.

Captain Jake

Hot temperatures, and hotter people.

Lisa

Yea gentlemen. It is no shirt Thursday. ;)

Joshua Garza

Still town lake , not Lady Bird!

Felicia Ferguson

Start the new year off on the right foot!

Tony Anderson

I wouldn't stand in the middle of thus bridge , if I were you.

Hector Perez

Runtex 's website has a great map of the trail that allows you to calculate how far you run. See link below Read more

Lala Ortega

I love walking my dogs here

Bruce

Enjoy the run, tracks and scenery..

Rob.i.Run W.

Run, swim , hike , bike , kayak !

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9.1
Lake
Texas Rowing Center

Fan~freaggin~tastic, great rates, friendly and helpful staff, as well as a fun lake to row/kayak in. - Qtbloom

Lake
Lake Austin

Best lake in Austin, hands down. But also best for boarding and freezing your tush off! - Kinsey Vallier

Lake
The Dock on Ladybird Lake

On a clear night / climb on top of the bridge and enjoy a fantastic view of the stars and the city. The reflection of the city lights you can see on the water. Really clear. - Kyle McDaniel

9.0
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market

They have one of the best keg wine options in Austin. Their prices can't be beat! - GUSTO | Events. Education. Consulting. Travel

9.5
Park
Auditorium Shores at Lady Bird Lake

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. - John Walls

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Trail
Lady Bird Lake Trail (West)

It's such a great place to go for a run. The view is beautiful and there's a lot of people running with their dogs so bring yours! ???? - Stephanie Aguilar