Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park
About
Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park sits in Austin, TX as one of the city's hiking trails, at Walnut Creek Park Rd.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 159 Google reviews. That puts it 2nd of the 17 rated hiking trails we list in Austin.
It keeps the same hours every day — 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. 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
4.8 stars held across 159 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
2nd best-rated in Austin
Measured against the 17 rated hiking trails we track in Austin.
Open every day
The same hours all week (5:00 AM – 10:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Free parking
A free lot and free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.
Worth knowing first
No easy way to confirm
Neither a phone number nor a website is on file, so there is nobody to check with ahead of a visit.
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. The gates are open 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
What to bring
- More water than feels necessary
- Shoes with grip
- A downloaded map — signal thins out
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Amenities
Common questions about Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park
What is Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park?
Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park is a hiking trail in Austin, TX, at Walnut Creek Park Rd.
What are the opening hours at Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park?
Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park is open 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park?
Yes — Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park?
Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.
How is Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park rated?
Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 159 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
Austin has 16 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Brushy Creek Trail, Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail and Hamilton Greenbelt.
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