10+ Mile Exploring Hike: ATX Riverfront, Architecture, Urban Planning & Design

The Austin’s riverfront Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail traversing through some of the most scenic and vibrant areas of the Texas Capital.

On this 10+ mile exploring hike, the points of interest I want to explore, include Festival Beach Food Forest & Community Garden, Waterline Austin Tower, the tallest building in Texas, Four Seasons Hotel, Austin Rowing Club, the Sailboat Building, Uchibā Austin, Hestia, Austin Central Library, Zilker Botanical Garden, Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge, Hyatt Regency, YETI, the Boardwalk at Lady Bird Lake, etc. I expect to see various water birds and wildlife along the route, and get a great workout in scenic outdoor environments. Previously, I have visited various sections of the trail, but not the entire 10+ mile loop.

This will be my first time organizing an exploring hike in Austin. I normally post my exploring trips in California, mainly in Santa Barbara, Ojai, Pismo Beach and San Luis Obispo, under Santa Barbara Adventure People.

If you are also interested in architecture, urban planning & design, building construction, greenbelt, urban wildlife; passionate about exploring in scenic places; committed to health, fitness & agility; and meet the quality below by self assessment, you are welcome to submit your intent to join. 🙂

Mindset: adventurous yet very safety conscious, self responsible & self accountable, intellectually curious, independent thinking, open-minded worldview, collaborative & can do attitude

Personality & Character: upright, authentic, sincere, down to earth, cheerful, cordial and pleasant to chat with, thoughtful, effective in communicating, intelligent, competent

Physical & Mental: healthy & fit for endurance hiking & exploring adventure, mentally & emotionally sound

Ability: assess and manage risks effectively, carry on meaningful conversations

Experience & Skill: relatively fast pace walking/ hiking, trail jogging as needed

Distance & Climb: 10+ mile, relatively flat

Supply & Equipment: adequate hydration, food

Trailhead: Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail, 2 Robert T Martinez Jr St

Liability Waiver
By RSVPing and participating in this event, you acknowledge that outdoor adventures carry risks (injury, illness, accidents, etc.) and agree that you are solely responsible for your own safety, health, wellbeing, and belongings. The organizer(s) and co-hosts are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury. By joining, you agree to the fullterms and conditions.