Zilker Park
Austin, Texas
| Address: | Zilker Metropolitan Park, 2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA |
| GPS: |
30°16'1.1"N 97°46'22.3"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Texas |
Hike and Swim
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Austin, Texas
- Head south on Congress Ave toward W 5th StPass by the lake (on the right in 0.3 mi)(0.6 mi)
- Turn right onto Barton Springs Rd (1.5 mi)
- Turn left onto William Barton Dr (157 ft)
- Slight right onto Andrew Zilker Rd (0.3 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the left(154 ft)
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