The Greater Austin

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Saturday, March 14, 2015

DOG PARKS - Dog Depot Dog Park in Round Rock - Texas

 
We've been taking our dogs to the Dog Depot Dog Park near downtown Round Rock for several years. It's a great place to let the dogs socialize with other pooches and to unwind leash-free.
They love it!
 
Sometimes it does get a bit crowded on the weekends, so come super early, or visit late. The dog park opens between 6am to 6/8pm depending on the season.
 
 
Here's the website for more info and directions - DOG DEPOT
 
 
 At the main gate, you can choose to separate the small and large dogs in separate fenced areas.

 Plenty of fresh water for the dogs to play or to cool down.


 There is usually plenty of balls and Frisbees laying around to play catch. When we think of it, we try to bring our own to leave behind as our dogs have done their share of wear and tear.



 Picnic tables and plenty of dispensers for "poo bags" and hand sanitizer.



 
The dog park is adjacent to tennis and basketball courts. The paved trail called, the Greater Lake Creek Trail winds from the dog park alongside some apartment complexes and the greenbelt of Lake Creek. It's a great area to stroll with the dogs on the leash. The trail ends at a busy two lane road -  A.W. Grimes Blvd. 

Many cyclists will take this trail and cut across to the other side and pick up on another trail, Brush Creek Trail E.
 

 
 
These dog parks are especially wonderful for those who live in apartments and don't have a fenced yard. With over 2 acres of running space, it's definitely a great way to spend the afternoon with your dog!

Friday, March 13, 2015

GUADALUPE STATE PARK - Archive Photos for The Greater Austin

 
Transferring over archive photos of our visit to the Texas State Park - Guadalupe. This gorgeous area is well known for the bald cypress trees.
 
The last time we were hiking, there were divers in the area exploring the Guadalupe river. We had also camped in the primitive section on a steep hill overlooking the river below. It was very eerie that night as we were the only campers in the area due to the late season.
 
What also is remarkable about that camping trip is our strange encounter with something or someone throwing rocks at our camp and stalking us, not to mention a strange smell. Sounds like Bigfoot? We'll never know.
 
 
Guadalupe State Park is about 80 miles west of Austin. Well worth the drive to go wading or swimming on a hot day. Don't forget to pack a picnic!
 



















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Thursday, March 12, 2015

McKinney Falls State Park - The Greater Austin Archive Photo's

 
 
 
 Posting some archive photo's of McKinney Falls State Park in no particular order.

This state park is located on the southeastern edge of Austin. My family enjoys visiting the area for hiking and fishing.




Molten lava from Pilot Knob volcano near the Balcones Fault.


Turtles sunbathing.

Ruins of the old McKinney Homestead.






Cactus growing on trees...





A great place for shade when the temperatures climb in Austin.





Careful while fishing. Looks like a Christmas tree with all those bobbins.