Southern Walnut Creek Trail
Trail · Austin
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Last checked: Nov 3, 2026 · city/county sitesource
A 10-foot-wide concrete trail winding 7.3 miles through East Austin woods, meadows and five bridges between Govalle Park and Johnny Morris Road. Pick a short out-and-back from either end.
Ages
- Ages 0–2
- Ages 3–5
- Ages 6–9
- Ages 10–12
7.3 miles of wide, smooth concrete trail through woods and creek crossings; great for strollers and balance bikes
Price
Free
Free.
Hours
| Monday | 5 am – 10 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5 am – 10 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am – 10 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am – 10 pm |
| Friday | 5 am – 10 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am – 10 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am – 10 pm |
Good to know: City: trail open 5 a.m.-10 p.m.; curfew 10 p.m.-5 a.m. Trailheads at Govalle Park (5200 Bolm Rd) and Johnny Morris Rd.
Setting
Outdoor
- Good in rain: Not really
Getting there
Walnut Creek Sports Park trailhead, Johnny Morris Rd at Daffan Ln, Austin, TX 78724
Rough drive times
- about 15 min from Central Austin
- about 15 min from North Austin
- about 15 min from Pflugerville / Manor
- about 25 min from South Austin
Estimated from distance, not live traffic.
Parent details
- Stroller access
- Yes10-foot-wide concrete path the whole way (city).
- Shade
- Some
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