Longhorn Point – Boardwalk loop from Stephenson Nature Preserve And Outdoor Education Center

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Longhorn Point – Boardwalk loop from Stephenson Nature Preserve And Outdoor Education Center

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Longhorn Point – Boardwalk loop from Stephenson Nature Preserve And Outdoor Education Center

02:49

43.1km

270m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 34.6 km for 186 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Gaines Greenbelt

Forest

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View of the Colorado River

Highlight • Viewpoint

Next to the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail, you'll find this spot that is ideal to enjoy a moment of relaxation while taking in the view of the Colorado River from the bench placed next to its shore.

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Lady Bird Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Much loved scenery with the skyline of Austin Downtown

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Longhorn Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

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22.4 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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Ladybird Bike Trail (southside)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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26.1 km

View of Austin skyline from Butler Shores at Lady Bird Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

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Barton Creek joins the Colorado River

Highlight • River

The scenery around Barton Creek is some of the finest in the Austin region, with limestone cliffs and dense foliage. Here, the Creek feeds the Colorado River as it makes its way through the city.

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Barton Creek joins Colorado River

Highlight • River

The scenery around Barton Creek is some of the finest in the Austin region, with limestone cliffs and dense foliage. Here, the Creek feeds the Colorado River as it makes its way through the city.

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South Hills Conservation Area

Nature Reserve

43.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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