Leander

About a half mile west from the Hwy 183 bridge that crosses the South Fork of the San Gabriel River lies approximately 12 dinosaur footprints embedded in the river bed. Not many people know about the dinosaur tracks just northwest of Austin in Leander, Texas. This is not a marked trail, there are no fences and no signs which makes the experience feel more magical.To find the tracks, use GPS or...

Williamson Park Nature Trail is a 3.2 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Leander, TX.

Park in the big lot off E Little Elm Trail Road (see map) to access the trailhead. Trail is accessible year round and is dog-friendly. 

Brushy Creek Loop is a 6.8 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Cedar Park, TX.

Brushy Creek Trail from Brushy Creek Lake Park is a 6.3 mile out and back hike that takes you by a lake located near Cedar Park, TX.

The Good Water Trail which is part of the larger Good Water Loop, is a 12.6 mile point-to-point hike. This trail is heavily trafficked by both hikers and mountain bikers alike. It's a great trail for scenic views, nature, and wildlife. Please be advised that the trail is severely rocky and uneven at times. Because this is a point-to-point trail, it's recommended to have a shuttle car parked at...

Russell Park to Walnut Spring Park is a 2.1 mile out and back hike that takes you by a lake located near Georgetown, TX.

Vista Knoll and Ridgeline Loop Via Cactus Rocks Trail is a 3.1 mile loop hike where you may see local wildlife located near Leander, TX.

The Cactus Rocks Trail is located in Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge near Leander, Texas. The trail is a 1 mile loop perfect for kids, hikers, trail runners, and birding expeditions (watch for the golden-cheeked warbler, an endangered species). You will see a variety of naturally occurring rock formations and plant life. This trail does not allow dogs so leave your furry friends a...