Longhorn Point – Boardwalk loop from Austin

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Longhorn Point – Boardwalk loop from Austin

Moderate

3.3

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Longhorn Point – Boardwalk loop from Austin

01:00

9.61km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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271 m

Colorado River Turtles at the mouth of Red River

Highlight • River

2.63 km

Austin Skyline

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.10 km

View of Snake Island and Downtown Austin from Longhorn Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Longhorn Point has a direct view of Snake Island and downtown Austin from across the Colorado River. There is a small spur trail that leads to this viewpoint off of the main Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail.

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5.13 km

Longhorn Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Longhorn Point gives you a grand view across the Colorado River towards central Austin. It can be linked with either a walk around Roy G. Guerrero Park or as part …

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5.29 km

Lady Bird Lake Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

best place in town for a stop with your bike

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6.76 km

Boardwalk

Highlight • Cycleway

Really beautiful way to see the city! Very busy with walkers, runners, strollers, bikers, and more, so don’t expect to ride quickly. Enjoy the journey and take in the sights!

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9.29 km

Waller Creek

Highlight • River

Waller Delta, the area where Waller Creek meets Lady Bird Lake, is the deepest and most ecologically diverse portion of the creek. Runners can use the multiple suspension bridges in …

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