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Balcones District Park

Location: 12017 Amherst Drive 78727 Map

For more information about this park, call the City of Austin Parks Department at (512) 974-6700. For Travis County parks, call (512) 854-7275

This park is not reservable.

Size: 51.00 Acres

Amenities:
Barbeque Pits 3
Basketball Courts 2
Multipurpose Fields 1
Picnic Tables 19
Playgrounds 1
Swimming Areas 1
Trail Miles 1.2
Volleyball Courts 2

 

Flooded trails may require getting your feet wet at Balcones District Park
Flooded trails may require getting your feet wet at Balcones District Park


Description: You'll generally find plenty of folks at the picnic areas, ball fields, and tennis courts, but not many people know about the peaceful trails along Walnut Creek at the back of the park.

Upcoming Events

No events currently listed for this park.

Partners and Links

Milwood Neighborhood Assoc. Dustin Lanier  http://www.milwoodna.com/

City of Austin Park Directory
City of Austin Pool Schedule
Hike Information from Austin Explorer

Gallery:

A lovely waterfall is a good resting place at Balcones District Park
A lovely waterfall is a good resting place at Balcones District Park


Volunteers clearing the creek channel at Balcones Park
Volunteers clearing the creek channel at Balcones Park


This page is a work in progress. Do you have pictures, stories, or additional information about this park you would like to share? We'd love to hear from you. Email Rosie or call 477-1566.

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