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Walnut Creek Trails Mountain Bike Trail
Austin, Texas
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:   |
14 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 1/6/12 by Jarrett.morgan |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 15 miles | Global Rank: #534 |
| Tread: Other | Configuration: Network |
| Ridden: 59 | Wishlist: 22 |
| Avg. Speed: 6.92 mph | Avg. Time: 1hr 40min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +497/-548 ft |
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Description: Be careful after rains the trail gets slick. Lots of cover by trees and plenty of fun jumps. Watch out for runners and dogs.
Added by harryt: The trails in Walnut Creek park seem to be designed for you to create your own workout. I haven't mapped the entire crisscrossed system I imagine there is 15 miles of of sweet singletrack with some doubletrack and one jeep road. There is little sustained elevation gain, but when trying to create a challenging work out I've gained over 2400 ft. Trailhead for the main system of trails is near the pool parking lot. Cross the creek for more challenging sections. Especially explore the southeast for a series of trails up and down the same ridge. Don't miss two isolated sections of trail near the park entrance from Lamar Blvd. both to the right and left. The trail to the right as you enter the park has several BMX style jumps (where a helmet!). I hope you have fun on this gem tucked into Northwest Austin!
Description: Be careful after rains the trail gets slick. Lots of cover by trees and plenty of fun jumps. Watch out for runners and dogs.
Added by harryt: The trails in Walnut Creek park seem to be designed for you to create your own workout. I haven't mapped the entire crisscrossed system I imagine there is 15 miles of of sweet singletrack with some doubletrack and one jeep road. There is little sustained elevation gain, but when trying to create a challenging work out I've gained over 2400 ft. Trailhead for the main system of trails is near the pool parking lot. Cross the creek for more challenging sections. Especially explore the southeast for a series of trails up and down the same ridge. Don't miss two isolated sections of trail near the park entrance from Lamar Blvd. both to the right and left. The trail to the right as you enter the park has several BMX style jumps (where a helmet!). I hope you have fun on this gem tucked into Northwest Austin!
added on July 17, 2005 by 
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TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by Jarrett.morgan on January 6, 2012
Rode this trail a few times a few years back when I worked in the area. The area was large with a lot of different types of terrain for different riders. It was a very busy park on the weekend and during the summer, so becareful.
reviewed by Austhen on September 7, 2011
Surprisingly excellent city park trails. Hard rocks and water crossings make this trail diverse from just dirt track and roots. Very busy on the weekend I went.
reviewed by Darren_ on August 17, 2010
Really great trail. Can be slippery when really dry, but such a fun a grueling ride. Same intensity as the Greenbelot, but without the rocks in the middle of the track. It kind of feels like a ski slope in the sense that you ride to the top and are able to choose multiple routes down the hill. Everyone out there is really friendly and always willing to ride withyou or help out if you need it. BRING WATER!!
Similar Trail: Greenbelt
reviewed by DB4LYall on June 12, 2010
This trail is awesome and is full of singletrack. This trail is winding and has many banks. Some jumps but plenty of roots to BH over.
Similar Trail: Cameron Park Trail, Waco Texas
reviewed by PatnRob on June 5, 2009
This was our 3 trip and it was better then the past. Enough challenge to keep you interested but not over whelming. It was a hot day but nice trees kept it feeling cool. Watch out for the unexpected drops!
reviewed by Matt_Griffiths on June 10, 2008
As a newbie to Austin, this is the one of 3 trails I have so far tried (McKinney and BC being the other 2) and I am addicted. Once you get the basic makeup of the loops and keep an eye out for the excentlly marked trail - this is is a fantastic 11 mile circuit. Well shaded, tight singletrack with countless switchbacks and a couple of creek crossing's (including water !) thrown in - and every inch of it is in first class condition. A great example of a top mountain bike trail.
* Review edited 6/10/2008
reviewed by NonSequitur on February 26, 2008
This trail has something for everyone: easier bits for younger or less experienced riders, fast downhills, a fair bit of elevation change, and even a few tough bits for the more experienced rider. There's quite a bit of trail here, so first time riders are better off bringing a map or going with someone that has been before, otherwise you'll miss a lot of the more interesting parts.
Similar Trail: Barton Creek Greenbelt
reviewed by andbiv on February 21, 2008
Loved the trial! It is marked fairly well and printing out the map from http://www.austinridgeriders.com/trails.htm#walnutcreek really helped me navigate the trail the first time out. Its a fast very fun trail through the woods of Austin, Tx. Lots of twist and turns, narrow gaps through trees, with several creek crossings and even a few short climbs to get your hart rate up. I feel the description is totally wrong. Go on an off time and you more than likely will have it to your self.
reviewed by SkoOFeR on February 10, 2008
For being right in the middle of Austin this trail system is nothing less than impressive. A literal maze of singletrack with some trail markings - most of which only helped me to get back to the parking lot - which is great because lots of people have told me they got lost there first time out here. The main trail is basically a dirt sidewalk with nothing too serious in terms of climbing, rocks, roots, etc. There are some more technical side trails, most of which I didn't discover this time out. One trail (Mark's something or other) was a lot of fun. Very tight switchback and lots of little dips and rolling hills which would flow really well once you got the hang of it. The other thing about this place was all the little extras on the trail that I haven't seen many other places - there were several bmx style burms, lots of little bump/jumps on the main trail, and near the creek somewhere there is a really nice 4 ft jump which borders on a quarter pipe...I hit this a couple of times, brought me back to my childhood on the old 20 inch haro:) All in all Walnut Creek is an excellent place to ride. I went on a Saturday afternoon and it was pretty crowded, but I still had a great time. All the trails are 2 way so stay on your toes. Watch out for thorns as well, I got a massive 2 incher in my rear tire, which shortened my day considerably. Never the less, I had a great time and will be riding here again for sure.
Similar Trail: Greenbelt
reviewed by mappencil on September 28, 2007
I agree that the descritpion for this trail is completely wrong! I had a blast riding for several hours today. Got lost at one point, but this trail (or series of trails, rather) is definitely one of my favorites!
reviewed by BuckBuck#1 on September 15, 2007
Whoever said this is a lame trail truly has not milked the trail of every mile possible. The map only shows a little over half the trail. Get a Garmin 305 and and check out the online GPS of this trail.
reviewed by goonamana on June 15, 2007
I don't know who wrote the description, "pretty lame trail..." My guess it's someone who wants to keep these trails to himself. Either that or he didn't ride all the trails. The truth is this is a very nice park with several miles of excellent trails for all skill levels. Many riders would agree. Otherwise it wouldn't be packed with mountain bikers every single day.
Similar Trail: Barton Creek Trail in Austin, TX and Government Canyon is San Antonio, Texas.
reviewed by petersbike on September 14, 2005
When I worked @ St Davids ER in Austin these trails were a five to ten minute bike ride from my apartment. The trails are tight and twisty and perfect for those who ride singlespeeds.
reviewed by crunchyk9 on September 8, 2005
Nothing special?!?! This is the singletracker's wet dream! Miles of trails riddle one side of the park while the other has amazing singletrack loops. This park has it all from lazy girlfriend trails to steep drops and awesome climbs. Check the Austin Ridge Riders (http://www.austinridgeriders.com/) for more information. I highly recommend this for anyone that loves a good singletrack. One warning: it is EXTREMELY EASY to get lost. Bring a GPS if you have one.
