Stephenson Nature Preserve Is The Most Underrated Hiking Trail In Austin

Escape into serene, woodland bliss at The Stephenson Nature Preserve. Full of winding paths and secluded hideaways, this gorgeous patch of nature is unlike any other. Take the time to explore off the beaten path! Not many people know about this beautiful hiking trail hiding in South Austin.

The Stephenson Nature Preserve is tucked away in the middle of Sunset Valley.

Molly Sanders/All Trails To find this unique little hike, head over to Brodie Lane and turn left on Paisano Trail. The Stephenson Nature Preserve sits parallel to Longview Park, and the trail head is just past the basketball courts and picnic tables. You’ll begin your journey on this paved sidewalk, but the hike will soon weave through patches of untouched nature.

Soon, you’ll come across rustic dirt paths surrounded by Juniper and Oak trees.

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The beautiful surroundings will melt away your worries.

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When the sun is shining, the shadows dance among the trees.

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These criss-crossing trails will make you feel a million miles away from it all.

micklpickl/Flickr When exploring the Stephenson Nature Preserve, it’s never a bad idea to bring a GPS tracker with you. The intricate trails, while stunning, are not always the easiest to follow.

Springtime welcomes fields of lush greenery and wildflowers.

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There’s so much to discover on these 4.2 miles of trails.

Monica Felix/All Trails Stephenson Nature Preserve glistens with raw beauty. To access the trailhead, venture over to 7609 Longview Rd.

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To find this unique little hike, head over to Brodie Lane and turn left on Paisano Trail. The Stephenson Nature Preserve sits parallel to Longview Park, and the trail head is just past the basketball courts and picnic tables. You’ll begin your journey on this paved sidewalk, but the hike will soon weave through patches of untouched nature.

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Scott Ayers/All Trails

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When exploring the Stephenson Nature Preserve, it’s never a bad idea to bring a GPS tracker with you. The intricate trails, while stunning, are not always the easiest to follow.

Monica Felix/All Trails

Stephenson Nature Preserve glistens with raw beauty. To access the trailhead, venture over to 7609 Longview Rd.

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