Convenient & Pretty, But Crowded

Nice landscaping on one of the pedestrian bridges, with a view of downtown

The city has done a lot of nice landscaping all along the trail, which is a bonus for plant nerds.

User: plectrudis - 11/29/2015

Location: Ann and Roy Butler Hike & Bike Trail

Rating: 4stars

Difficulty: 1point5stars

Solitude:

Miles Hiked: 4.00 Miles Elapsed Time: N/A

Comments:

We walked from Mopac to S 1st and back again--a very pretty hike--the bridges offer lovely views of downtown. But the trail is REALLY popular, to a degree that can be rather off-putting.

However, for those looking to squeeze in an after-work hike before sundown during the short days of winter, it's too convenient to pass up. And if you're a woman hiking alone, those crowds do represent safety, so that's a plus as well.

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Nice landscaping on one of the pedestrian bridges, with a view of downtown

Area around Ann and Roy Butler Hike & Bike Trail

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