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Distance
0.46 miles
Elevation Gain
59 ft
Route Type
Loop
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Scenic
Picnic Area
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Added by Kyle Obermann
Take in the view from the summit Mount Bonnell (775 ft), one of the highest points in Austin.
The trail up is a combination of manmade and natural stairs that take you up to the top. At the summit, you will find beautiful views of the area, and a pavilion where you can have a picnic lunch.
To head back down by a different route, continue on the northern trail, which will take you past more scenic views, then down to the north end of the parking lot.
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Lindsay Marie
5/25/2022
Most Beautifully Acessable View in Austin!
The beauty and peacefulness is undeniable. There are a lot of great views in austin but Mount Is easily accessible and arguably the most ...
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Donna West
4/30/2021
Not really a hike
I Really wouldn’t call this a hike, more of a walk or a stroll but it does give you some good views overlooking Austin. ...
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Jon Mattrisch
10/19/2016
Gorgeous View, Easy Hike
This is an amazing place to overlook all of Austin and the surround metro area. While it's not huge, it does offer a lot ...
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Tysha Carter
6/5/2016
Nice View
There is a nice view but I wouldn't classify it as a hike. It's a short walk up some stairs to a viewpoint. You ...
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Caleb Ludrick
5/20/2016
Short But Great Views
This isn't much of a hike, you just go up some stairs to the top of Mount Bunnell. But once you get to the ...
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Hunter Halloran
4/3/2016
Family Friendly
Excellent overlook. Something to do with the family that isn't too strenuous.
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Kyle Obermann
3/9/2016
Local Tips
Once at the top head down to your left and stand on the stone picnic table (and maybe put your tripod on it) for ...
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Chema Domenech
3/9/2016
It's Ok
It's a good place to watch a sunset in Austin but in my opinion it's a bit overrated.
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Ashley Richards
2/22/2016
A staple have to in Austin. Great views- the best you'll see in the whole city.
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Erin McWillians
2/9/2016
Good View, That's It
You climb some stairs to get to the view and the trail is about 100 meters long tops
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