This 344-acre park has an equestrian trail, a two-mile hike and bike trail, a fishing pier and an 18-hole disc golf course. Other sporting options include basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis and soccer. So you can see, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park is usually bustling with guests on the weeknights and weekends, with visitors bringing food to grill in the barbecue pits. There is also a picnic pavilion to sit under for a shady lunch.
McKinney Falls State Park, located in southeast Austin at a short distance from the downtown area, is the ideal spot for a fun day out with family and friends. Whether you're into fitness and recreational sports, or just want to lounge about and have a leisurely day, this park has something in store for you. It offers a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, picnicking, fishing, and swimming in the Onion Creek. You can also spend the night at one of the park's well-equipped campsites and cabins, or explore the serene waterfalls nestled in its abode.
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Eastwoods Park is a family-friendly nine-acre (3.64-hectare) outdoor space located just shy of the border of the University of Texas campus. It is easy to completely forget about its existence as it is hidden behind student accommodations and fraternity housing. What this park offers is a place for families to relax on a sunny afternoon with a playground for the kids. You will also find students taking advantage of the open space to read and play some sports. The park includes two tennis courts, two basketball courts, a splash pad, walking trails, picnic tables, and four barbecue pits for those of you who love to grill in the great outdoors. Everything is free to use, courtesy of the Austin Parks Foundation.
