River Place Nature Trail Is An Underrated Nature Trail In Austin

Are you up for the challenge? This Austin nature trail will get your heart pumping, but the steep climb is worth it. Not many people know about The River Place Nature Trail, but it has some of the most breathtaking views in Austin.

Grab your hiking boots and head up to this stunning trail in northwest Austin.

Lewis B./Yelp River Place Nature Trail is located at 8820 Big View Dr, but the views will make you feel a million miles away from it all.

When you reach the south trailhead, you’ll see a serene little pond.

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People love to fish in these waters, and it’s not uncommon to see swans gracefully gliding by.

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There are three different trails to embark on, all with ample shade and jaw-dropping landscapes.

Mark M./Yelp Whether you choose to travel through the Panther Hollow, Fern, or Canyons trails, you’re sure to find some magnificent views.

After a brisk ten minute walk, you have the option to turn onto Fern Trail.

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Fern Trail will take you through a fairy tale-like landscape full of waterfalls.

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Panther Hollow Trail continues forward and turns into Canyons Trail.

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This steep hike is quite a workout, but it takes you to some gorgeous scenic overlooks.

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You can’t beat the view from the top of Canyons Trail.

Mark M./Yelp Remember to bring a water bottle! These trails don’t make a loop, so you’ll have to turn around and walk back. The total hike from Panther Hollow Trail to Canyons Trail and back is 5.5 miles.

This little known trail is truly stunning.

Mark M./Yelp Visit River Place Nature Trail at 8830 Big View Dr.

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River Place Nature Trail is located at 8820 Big View Dr, but the views will make you feel a million miles away from it all.

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Julianne S./Yelp

Whether you choose to travel through the Panther Hollow, Fern, or Canyons trails, you’re sure to find some magnificent views.

Juniper L./Yelp

Stacey H./Yelp

Delia S./Yelp

Remember to bring a water bottle! These trails don’t make a loop, so you’ll have to turn around and walk back. The total hike from Panther Hollow Trail to Canyons Trail and back is 5.5 miles.

Visit River Place Nature Trail at 8830 Big View Dr.

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