FAVORITE SPOTS FOR A RIDE

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Favorite Spots for a Ride

Austin is routinely ranked as one of the best cities in America for biking. We've put together our list of favorite car-free spots to ride your bike.

For more info on safe and supported rides, check out our Group Rides Directory and our page on Local Bike Races and Events.

🚲 3 Ride Spots
Southern Walnut Creek Trail

Southern Walnut Creek Trail

7.3 Miles Paved · Out & Back Car-Free

This 7.3 mile paved out-and-back trail is an amazing resource for cyclists of all levels. Mostly flat and gentle with no humongous hills. It runs alongside beautiful trees, grasslands, and waterways. The concrete path is ten feet wide and frequently used by cyclists, joggers, and walkers. If you're lucky, you'll meet a friendly cat around mile 3.5 — we call him Arnold. 🙂

📍 Start Govalle Park, East Austin off Bolm Road near Airport Blvd
📍 End Walnut Creek Sports Park at Johnny Morris Rd & Daffan Lane
Trail Info → Trail Map →
The Veloway

The Veloway

3.1 Mile Loop Bikes & Rollerblades Only Southwest Austin

This 3.1 mile bicycle track is a great place to practice turns without worrying about cars or pedestrians. Also a fantastic place to see wildlife — roadrunners, birds, deer, and yes, a few snakes. Located in Southwest Austin near the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center. The path was repaved in 2017 so the surface is great — a mix of flats and hills with one short steep climb toward the end of each lap. Water fountain and portable bathroom on site.

📍 Location Southwest Austin →
⚠ Note No runners allowed on the path.
Trail Info → Trail Map →
Bike Night at COTA

Bike Night at COTA

Every Tuesday · March onwards 3.4 Miles · 20 Turns Southeast Austin

Every Tuesday night starting in March, cyclists can ride the Formula One race track in Southeast Austin. Bike Night is fun! You're welcome to race your friends, but don't be surprised if you get passed by a family of three on a tandem bike. The world-class track is 3.4 miles with 20 turns — be ready to practice your bike handling and hill climbing on Turn One.

Look for the TriClub tents and flags in the parking lot to enjoy a great meetup spot after your ride with refreshments and grilling. It's become a pretty great Tuesday night party!

📍 Location Circuit of the Americas, Southeast Austin →
More Info →

More Bike Resources

Find group rides and local bike races around the Austin area.

Group Ride Directory → Local Bike Races & Events →