Park · Austin, TX

McKinney Falls State Park

About

Popular site for camping, hiking, biking & fishing, & for "Old Baldy," a 500+-year-old cypress tree.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 8,174 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more parks 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 parks in Austin.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 8,174 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
8,174 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (8:00 AM – 10:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
8,174 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

Common questions about McKinney Falls State Park

What is McKinney Falls State Park?

Popular site for camping, hiking, biking & fishing, & for "Old Baldy," a 500+-year-old cypress tree. It is a park in Austin, TX, at 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy.

What are the opening hours at McKinney Falls State Park?

McKinney Falls State Park is open 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at McKinney Falls State Park?

Yes — McKinney Falls State Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at McKinney Falls State Park?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.

Is McKinney Falls State Park good for kids?

Yes — McKinney Falls State Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is McKinney Falls State Park rated?

McKinney Falls State Park holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,174 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Austin has 19 other parks listed on AllParx, including Play for All Abilities Park, Lakeline Park and Pease District Park.