Boardwalk – Longhorn Point loop from Austin

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Boardwalk – Longhorn Point loop from Austin

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Boardwalk – Longhorn Point loop from Austin

01:29

23.1km

160m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.1 km for 64 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.64 km

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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10.2 km

Lou Neff Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Named in honor of Lou Neff, a member of Austin's Town Lake Beautification Committee, this is a super viewpoint. It features a gazebo, installed in 1993, and gives excellent views of downtown Austin.

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10.5 km

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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10.9 km

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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11.2 km

View of Austin skyline from Butler Shores at Lady Bird Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Butler Shores at Town Lake, located in Austin, Texas, is a scenic park along the southern shore of Lady Bird Lake. There are open grassy areas, walking trails, and a …

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12.7 km

Ladybird Bike Trail (southside)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Purpose built cycling and walking path - a great way to view the downtown skyline or zip out of the city car free. It can get busy so watch out for others whilst admiring the city and river views.

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14.8 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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16.5 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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23.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.1 km

7.80 km

3.75 km

513 m

Surfaces

10.2 km