Best Austin Neighborhoods for Outdoor Enthusiasts
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The best Austin neighborhoods for outdoor enthusiasts, selected based on trail access, proximity to parks and green spaces, water recreation opportunities, Hill Country scenery, and support for an active lifestyle. Austin is one of the most outdoor-friendly cities in the country, with Lady Bird Lake, Barton Springs Pool, the Barton Creek Greenbelt, and hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails woven throughout the metro area. These neighborhoods provide immediate access to Austin's best natural assets, from paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake and swimming at Barton Springs to trail running through the Greenbelt and exploring the rolling hills and spring-fed creeks of the Texas Hill Country.
Discover the best Austin neighborhoods for your lifestyle and priorities.
Selection Criteria: Trail access, parks, water activities, Hill Country proximity, active lifestyle
Top Neighborhoods
Bee Cave
$2,100/mo
25
Dripping Springs
$2,000/mo
15
Lakeway
$2,200/mo
18
South Lamar
$2,100/mo
65
Travis Heights
$2,300/mo
68
Zilker
$2,600/mo
65
Sources & References (1)
The figures on this page come from the sources listed below. Check the dates before you rely on them.
- [1]Austin Parks and Recreation Department— The City of Austin's official parks and trails department
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