Austin’s parks and greenbelts are home to a variety of wildlife. Coyotes, snakes and lots of other critters live in these natural areas year-round.

To keep our natural areas healthy and accessible for generations to come, Austin Parks and Recreation, Austin Resource Recovery, and Austin Watershed Protection have partnered to raise awareness about the 7 Leave No Trace principles.

Noted for its historical and architectural significance, the Fannie Davis Gazebo at Vic Mathias Shores in Town Lake Metropolitan Park was designated a historic landmark by the City of Austin in February of 2025.

Wooldridge Square Park is relatively unchanged and retains a high degree of historic integrity. In 1909, Austin Mayor A. P. Wooldridge sponsored construction of a classical revival-style gazebo for public gatherings and events.

Nestled in the heart of Southeast Austin, the Montopolis Recreation and Community Centeris a place where neighbors come together to play, learn, grow, and stay active, with year‑round programs and a wide range of recreational amenities.

We've got some burning questions to ask you: Where can you grill in parks? Feel free to grill anywhere you find a permanent grill installed. If you are bringing your own gas or charcoal grill, set up anywhere there is a concrete pad and picnic bench.

Discover the 70-year history of Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest Pool, Austin's first Olympic-size pool, and see how its recent renovation preserves its historic charm while adding modern, family-friendly upgrades.

Welcome back to PARKners for the Planet, a blog series on Austin Parks and Recreation partners doing ecological restoration in our parks!

Triple digit days are here and it can be dangerously HOT! Here are some tips to avoid developing symptoms of heat-related illness.