Hiking Trail · Austin, TX

Brushy Creek Trail

About

Brushy Creek Trail is a hiking trail in Austin, TX, at TX-183.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.9 out of 5 across 51 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 17 rated hiking trails we list in Austin.

The gates never close, so an early run and a late walk are both on the table. Parking is the easy part: a free lot. And if it does not suit, 16 more hiking trails in Austin are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other hiking trails in Austin.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.9 stars held across 51 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in Austin
Measured against the 17 rated hiking trails we track in Austin.
Open 24 hours
No gate times to work around — useful for sunrise starts and after-dark walks alike.
Free parking
A free lot — one less thing to pay for.
Easy to pair with a second stop
16 other hiking trails sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.

Planning a visit

General guidance for hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.

A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.

When to go

Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend. With 24-hour access, the quiet end of the day is genuinely available to you.

What to bring

More water than feels necessary
Shoes with grip
A downloaded map — signal thins out
A light if you are going after dark

Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Amenities

Parking Available

Common questions about Brushy Creek Trail

What is Brushy Creek Trail?

Brushy Creek Trail is a hiking trail in Austin, TX, at TX-183.

What are the opening hours at Brushy Creek Trail?

Brushy Creek Trail is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Is there parking at Brushy Creek Trail?

Parking options here include a free lot.

How is Brushy Creek Trail rated?

Brushy Creek Trail holds 4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Austin has 16 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, Hamilton Greenbelt and Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park.