Zilker Metropolitan Park paths
?Zilker Metropolitan Park paths: 1.7 miles of bike paths in and around Austin, TX. OpenStreetMap doesn't record the surface for much of it, so we can't score it yet. 71% of it is away from cars. There's a playground, restrooms and parking within half a mile.
1.7 mi · 71% away from cars
It may still be great for kids. Check the surface before you go.
Scores are based on OpenStreetMap data and may be out of date or wrong. Always check trail conditions, closures and your child's readiness before you ride. Disclaimer
Best place to start
Park at Zilker Metropolitan Park, off Barton Springs Road, right by the trail. From the lot, restrooms are about 900 feet away and a playground is about 650 feet away.
- The trail
- Playground
- Restroom
- Parking
- Best place to start
Playgrounds and restrooms within half a mile are shown. Parking lots are shown if they're within about 200 m (one or two blocks), plus the closest one. Tap a dot or icon for its name.
Close by
Parks within half a mile of the trail, closest first, and what they have.
- Zilker Metropolitan Park (along the trail): 4 playgrounds, 3 restrooms and 9 parking lots
- Zilker Park (along the trail): 2 parking lots
- Butler Shores at Town Lake (0.2 mi away): 1 restroom
- Volma Overton Sr. Beach at Town Lake Metro Park (0.3 mi away): 5 restrooms
- Eilers Neighborhood Park (0.3 mi away): 2 playgrounds
Plus 1 playground outside parks, shown on the map.
Gear for this ride
Short and sweet
A good length for a balance bike or a first pedal bike. Find the right size by inseam, not age. Kids' bike size chart
Helmets on
A helmet that fits sits level, two fingers above the eyebrows. Here's what to look for. Kids' helmets
Snack stops
Snacks and water keep a ride happy. Spill-proof cups help for kids in a seat. Snacks and water
Nearby trails
These trails connect to or come within a block or two of Zilker Metropolitan Park paths.
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- Mopac-Barton Coridor · 1.0 mi · kid score 81
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