Explore Austin's Parks

Austin's Colony Park has peaceful water views

Buttermilk Branch Greenbelt is a pleasant walk.

Other Parks You Might Enjoy:

Dick Nichols District Park
8011 Beckett Rd.

This district park is a neighborhood favorite. There is a kids water-play area and hike and bike trails that wander throughout.

Turkey Creek at Emma Long
1600 City Park Rd.

The main park at Emma Long, adjacent to Lake Austin, allows pets on leash only. However, Turkey Creek trail is an off-leash area, and dogs love splashing in the creek. The trail is about 2.5 miles long and crosses the creek repeatedly.

Arkansas Bend Park
Sylvester Ford Road

One of the most isolated and untouched parks in Travis County, this peaceful park lies on the north shore of Lake Travis near the community of Lago Vista.

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Williamson Creek Central Greenbelt - Emerald Wood

Location: 5120 S. 1st St. 78745 Map

For more information about this park, call the City of Austin Parks Department at (512) 974-6700. For Travis County parks, call (512) 854-7275

This park is not reservable.

Size: 312.00 Acres

Amenities:
Picnic Tables 1

Williamson Creek at Emerald Wood

Description: 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.

The area known as Emerald Wood has been improved by the neighborhood with several cleanups, brush clearing, tree planting, and the addition of a picnic table!

The Southwoods Neighborhood Association has been awarded an Austin Parks Foundation Neighborhood Park Grant for 2008 to add boulders, signage, and landscaping to the entrance of the park.

Upcoming Events

No events currently listed for this park.

Partners and Links

Emerald Wood Neighborhood Nicole Sanford

City of Austin Park Directory

Gallery:

Williamson Creek trail, east of 1st

Williamson Creek at Emerald Wood

New Sign Installed in May 2008

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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