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Zilker Nature Preserve
302 Nature Center Drive
The Zilker Nature Preserve is located at the Austin Nature and Science Center, just beyond the Birds of Prey area. The preserve features extensive trails. Don't miss the spectacular view of downtown from the Overlook Trail.
Williamson Creek Central Greenbelt - Emerald Wood
5120 S. 1st St.
Austin Parks Foundation is currently seeking an adopter for the portion of the park east of South 1st Street. West of South First, the greenbelt has been adopted.
Upcoming Events:
Tree Planting at Nature and Science Center
Zilker Metropolitan Park
Friday, February 12, 9:00 AM
Install Tee Signs, Spread Mulch
Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park
Saturday, February 13, 8:00 AM
New & Existing Trees Mulch-a-thon
Barton Springs Pool
Saturday, February 13, 9:00 AM
Mulching, Pruning & Invasive Removal Volunteer
Pease District Park
Saturday, February 13, 10:00 AM
Monthly Gardening Project
Mayfield Park and Preserve
Saturday, February 13, 10:00 AM
Mulch and More
Pease District Park
Saturday, February 13, 10:00 AM
Dick Nichols District ParkLocation: 8011 Beckett Rd. 78749 MapPhone Number: This park has 1 reservable area(s). For more information, visit the City of Austin Parks Department list of reservable areas or call (512) 974-6797. For Travis County Park reservations, call (512) 854-7275. Size: 152.00 Acres Amenities: |
![]() The pool at Dick Nichols is open March-September |
Description: This district park is a neighborhood favorite. There is a kids water-play area and hike and bike trails that wander throughout.
Friends of Dick Nichols Park conducts regular volunteer clean-ups at the park, keeping tables freshly painted and the playground clean, among other things.Upcoming Events
No events currently listed for this park.Partners and Links
Friends of Dick Nichols Park Kim Goyette http://dicknicholspark.wordpress.com
City of Austin Park DirectoryYou may also subscribe to the Friends of Dick Nichols list-serv by emailing DickNicholsPark-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
City of Austin Pool Schedule
Hike Information from Austin Explorer
Reservable Facilities
Gallery:
Water Feature at Dick Nichols
Volunteers keep the park looking great!
This page is a work in progress. Do you have pictures, stories, or additional information about this park you would like to share? We'd love to hear from you. Email Rosie or call 477-1566.
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