One of my favorite spots around Austin is actually only about 15 minutes from downtown: Above the 360 bridge. You may not sweat from the hike (it's relatively short and easy to get to) but it has gorgeous views of downtown, the infamous bridge and Lake Austin.
Tips To Make The Most Of It:
You can walk up both sides, but the side closest to the city (East) rarely has any other visitors. Once you get on top of the rock, there is a short 5 minute hiking trail to your left. Great on a hot summer day!
My Favorite Part:
As a female, there are very few places I feel comfortable hiking or relaxing in nature alone. During weekend days on the rock farthest from the city (West), there are enough people that it feels safe, yet it's not so packed that you can't set up shop with a blanket, book and snacks for a solo relaxation.
How To Get There:
From downtown, head North on Mopac, exit 2222 and go west (left) until you hit 360 (aka Capital of Texas Hwy). Go South (left) on 360 and park before the bridge. Hike 2 min. up the rocks on either side of the rd.
Tips To Make The Most Of It:
You can walk up both sides, but the side closest to the city (East) rarely has any other visitors. Once you get on top of the rock, there is a short 5 minute hiking trail to your left. Great on a hot summer day!
My Favorite Part:
As a female, there are very few places I feel comfortable hiking or relaxing in nature alone. During weekend days on the rock farthest from the city (West), there are enough people that it feels safe, yet it's not so packed that you can't set up shop with a blanket, book and snacks for a solo relaxation.
How To Get There:
From downtown, head North on Mopac, exit 2222 and go west (left) until you hit 360 (aka Capital of Texas Hwy). Go South (left) on 360 and park before the bridge. Hike 2 min. up the rocks on either side of the rd.
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