Outdoor
Hiking
Barton Creek Greenbelt
12 miles of creek trails with swimming holes and bouldering in Austin
Ages
5–18+
Cost
Free
Duration
~3hrs
Difficulty
Moderate
Setting
Outdoor
Over 12 miles of trails following Barton Creek through limestone bluffs and dense forest right in the middle of Austin. When the creek is flowing kids can swim at Sculpture Falls and Twin Falls and wade through countless shallow pools along the way. The main trail from the Zilker trailhead is wide and manageable but side trails get rugged with real rock scrambling that older kids thrive on. Bouldering at the Gus Fruh access point is popular with teen climbers.
Dog Friendly
Common Questions
- How much does Barton Creek Greenbelt cost?
- Barton Creek Greenbelt is free to visit.
- What ages is Barton Creek Greenbelt good for?
- Barton Creek Greenbelt is best for kids ages 5 to 18+.
- Is Barton Creek Greenbelt stroller friendly?
- No, Barton Creek Greenbelt is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Barton Creek Greenbelt?
- Yes, dogs are welcome at Barton Creek Greenbelt.
- How hard is Barton Creek Greenbelt?
- The difficulty level is moderate. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Barton Creek Greenbelt free?
- Yes, Barton Creek Greenbelt is free!
- What should I bring to Barton Creek Greenbelt?
- Bring water, sunscreen, comfortable hiking shoes, and bug spray to Barton Creek Greenbelt.
- How long does Barton Creek Greenbelt take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Barton Creek Greenbelt.
- When is the best time to visit Barton Creek Greenbelt?
- Spring and fall are the best times to visit Barton Creek Greenbelt, when the weather is mild.