Bull Creek District Dog Park 6701 Lakewood Dr, Austin This dog park is not fenced. It has access to the creek for water-loving pooches. Dog House Drinkery and Dog Park 3800 CR 175, Leander 20,000 sq foot off leash dog area —and multiple places for dog owners to hang out and watch their dogs be dogs. Emma Long Metropolitan Park 1600 City Park Rd, Austin Emma Long Metropolitan Park is the largest city-owned park at almost 1,200 acres. Just a few minutes' drive from downtown Austin, and easy to get to from RR 2222. Follow scenic City Park Road down to the shores of Lake Austin, and spend the day swimming, water-skiing, picnicking, or camping. Leash free area is between City Park Drive, and the west park boundary fence, Turkey Creek and the top ridge of the bluff line overlooking Lake Austin. Relatively unknown and a bit difficult to find it offers a small leash free area from Far West Boulevard right of way between Great Northern Boulevard and Shoal Creek Boulevard. Northeast District Park 5909 Crystalbrook Dr, Austin Located east of HWY 183 at the corner of Loyola and Crystalbrook the park has a lighted basketball court, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits and playground. One large shelter is available for reservations. It will seat 84, and accomodate 100. Electricity is available at an additional cost payable in advance of the reservation. There are BBQ grills adjacent to the shelter. Leash free area between Crystal Brook Drive, the railroad right of way and Decker Lake Road. Norwood Estate Dog Park I-35/Riverside Dr, Austin This is a fully fenced dog park. Well-behaved dogs can roam and play off-leash, but must be under verbal control and within your sight. Onion Creek District Park 6900 Onion Creek Dr Leash free area located at the North end of the greenbelt. Great Northern Off-Leash Area between Great Northern Blvd & Shoal Creek Blvd, Austin
Red Bud Isle 3401 Redbud Trl, Austin
This park is on Lady Bird Lake, just below Tom Miller Dam, and is the entry point for Redbud Trail. A peninsula surrounded by lake it is a great place for water dogs. The whole park is leash free! Great park, and a must see.
Shoal Creek Greenbelt 2600-2799 Lamar Blvd.
This three-mile trail extends from Ladybird Lake to 38th Street. As you walk along the crushed limestone, gravel and concrete trail, you will enjoy the trees and green spaces. You are sure to find the perfect spot for a picnic or leisurely stroll. The portion of the trail from 24th Street to 29th Street is designated as a no-leash zone, and hundreds of dog owners flock to the area. Town Lake 2100 Barton Springs This is a popular walking and swimming spot for people and dogs. Dogs must be on a leash no more than 6 feet long. The park offers 10 miles of walking, hiking and bicycling trails. There are many beaches located along the lake. Playgrounds, picnic tables, and restrooms are available at Ladybird Lake. There are many access points to this park, including Zilker Metropolitan Park at 2100 Barton Springs Road. To get there from I-35, take the Riverside exit. Go west on Riverside towards downtown. After you pass Congress Avenue, turn left onto Barton Springs. Go about 2 miles to the park. Walnut Creek Metropolitan park is located in far north Austin, a little to the west of IH-35. There are two entrances to the park. The east park entrance is on Lamar Blvd., north of Braker Lane, south of Yager Lane. The north entrance is from Willow Wild Drive, a neighbor- hood side street that connects with Parmer Lane. Whichever entrance you choose, park in the lot near the swimming pool. Leash free area is between Old Cedar Lane, Walnut Creek & the east and west park fences. Zilker Dog Park 2100 Barton Springs Road This dog park is not fenced. Well-behaved dogs can roam and play off-leash, but must be under verbal control and within your sight. The entrance will be on the left. Walnut Creek District Park 12138 N. Lamar Blvd.
Dog Parks
When your pal gets “the zoomies”, it’s time to hit the dog park! Here are some parks where your dog can work off his energy and make some friends too!
Auditorium Shores 920W. Riverside Dr, Austin
On the banks of Town Lake, just west of the First Street Bridge. Auditorium Shores is an outdoor concert venue with an especially busy summer schedule, a place to catch the fireworks on the Fourth of July and the hub of Austin's most popular hike-and-bike trail. Leash free area from South First to Bouldin Avenue. Barton Creek Greenbelt Preserve 3755 B Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin This popular greenbelt follows a creek and offers about 7 miles of walking, hiking and mountain biking trails. There are also several popular swimming holes along the creek. Dogs are allowed, but must be on a leash. Some of the more popular access points to the trails are Zilker Metropolitan Park, and Loop 360 (south of MoPac/Loop 1).
BobWentz Park BobWentz Park Rd, Austin
This 211 acre park is located in the wild basin area of Lake Travis in the scenic Hill Country of Central Texas. Bob Wentz Park is a favorite location for water sports. The park's facilities and close proximity to Austin (approximately one-half hour's drive from downtown) make it attractive for picnicking, swimming, windsurfing, sailing, and scuba diving. The park includes a boat dock, two sand volleyball courts, a shoreline walking path, and a pavilion available for rent. Pets are allowed in the park, but must be kept on a leash and are not permitted on The Point.
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