Greenbelter Safari Hikes
from $25.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Howdy y’all!
Springtime is here at last!
Greenbelter Nature Co. Safari’s will show you a part of Austin or the Hill Country from a native’s perspective. Enjoy the sylvotherapy of forest bathing with our expert trail guides. We will cater the hike to what you are looking for.
Come and join us for a fun and easy hike through one of the area’s greenbelts.
The Texas Hill Country is growing very rapidly, and folks are trying to find some really cool places in nature to check out and know about for future swims, hikes and nature adventures. We explore areas along the Violet Crown Trail in Central Austin, as well as neighboring parts of the Hill Country.
Wisdom of the lands will be shared, such as Eliza Springs and Barton Springs, as well as the native plants and wildlife, salamanders, bobcats, and armadillos! You will learn the scientific names of such plants and critters, as well as the traditional “Texan” lingo for the plants and animals. Fun for the whole family, come take a hike!
2 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Parking is available on the Lost Creek Bridge located directly beside Lost Creek Boulevard over Barton Creek. You can also bike to this trailhead, or get dropped off via ride share if you do not drive your own vehicle to…
Itinerary
- 1Barton Creek Greenbelt
During this Safari hike along Barton Creek, you will see a 1.5 mile(3 miles there and back) stretch of Austin's beloved "Greenbelt." Along this stretch will be a couple of caves and a couple of swimming holes. Twin Falls and Sculpture Falls will be scene along the route. With the option to travel another .75 miles to the Hill of Life or Hidden Falls up the creek near the Lost Creek portion of the Barton Creek Greenbelt.
- 2Stop
On one of our Greenbelter Safari Hike options you can take a hike through the hilltops nearby historic St. Edwards University and beyond. This hike will go through nature preserve land in Central East Austin only a few miles from downtown or the airport. Great for tourists who would like to see where long time Austinite's like to go hiking. Volcanic overlook, enchanted forest, c'mon what are you waiting for! :)
What's included
- Bottled water
- Bandana, Walking Stick, Provisions/Snacks
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
