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Dove Springs District Park

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Last checked: Nov 3, 2026 · official sitesource

A 59-acre park in Dove Springs with a playscape, a zip line-style swing, a nature walking trail, ball fields and the George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center. The Southeast library branch is next door.

Ages

  • Ages 0–2
  • Ages 3–5
  • Ages 6–9
  • Ages 10–12

Neighborhood park with playgrounds, a zip-line swing, a nature trail and an indoor rec center

Price

Free

Free.

Hours

Opening hours
Monday5 am – 10 pm
Tuesday5 am – 10 pm
Wednesday5 am – 10 pm
Thursday5 am – 10 pm
Friday5 am – 10 pm
Saturday5 am – 10 pm
Sunday5 am – 10 pm

Good to know: Austin parks are generally open 5 a.m.-10 p.m. Rec center: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun noon-4 p.m. Pool is summer-only (closed for season).

Setting

Outdoor

  • Good in heat: Not really
  • Good in rain: Not really

Getting there

5801 Ainez Dr, Austin, TX 78744

Rough drive times

  • about 5 min from South Austin
  • about 10 min from Central Austin
  • about 15 min from Oak Hill / SW Austin
  • about 25 min from Kyle / Buda

Estimated from distance, not live traffic.

Parent details

Parking
Free parking (city rental packet); ADA spaces near the rec center.
Stroller access
PartlyMix of sidewalk, park road and crushed-granite paths to the playground (ATXgo).
Restrooms
Yes
Shade
Little

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