Hiking Trail · Austin, TX

River Place Nature Trail

About

Picturesque, riverfront park offering a popular forested hiking trail, waterfalls & wildlife views.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 1,721 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 6:00 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, 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
4.6 stars held across 1,721 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
1,721 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (6:00 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

Popular enough to be busy
1,721 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 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 6:00 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: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Parking Available

Common questions about River Place Nature Trail

What is River Place Nature Trail?

Picturesque, riverfront park offering a popular forested hiking trail, waterfalls & wildlife views. It is a hiking trail in Austin, TX, at 8820 Big View Dr.

What are the opening hours at River Place Nature Trail?

River Place Nature Trail is open 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at River Place Nature Trail?

Yes — River Place Nature Trail is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at River Place Nature Trail?

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

How is River Place Nature Trail rated?

River Place Nature Trail holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,721 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.