best bark bouncers ever. great space. Friendly fun bartenders and you have to try the iced Chai!!read more

Our dog Valkyrie loved Bark House Social and she loved playing with other dogs. She's newer to…read moreinteracting with other dogs and she acclimated very well with the dogs in the park while being on the smaller side.

Absolutely love going to auditorium shores during my runs or walks around the lake on the weekends…read moreor whenever. I went here yesterday with my boyfriend and my family and all his friends and had the best freaking time celebrating the Mexico vs South Africa game which is the FIRST game of the World Cup and they held such an awesome celebration!! There was food and drinks and there were so many people but it was perfect because we got there a bit early and waited in line with everyone then brought picnic blankets to spread out and got such a good spot! We stayed there for like 5 hours just drinking eating watching the game it was super super fun! Absolutely recommend coming for future soccer celebrations or just during your weekends for a fun time.

My favorite open space in Austin that I am lucky enough to walk/run through almost daily. Beautiful…read morecity views! A great spot to have a picnic, meet up with friends, do a workout, etc. Always good people watching too. We have attended so many events here from the Austin Wine and Food Festival to Sips & Sounds, to the MLS soccer party, Turkey Trot, Statesman Cap10k, etc. We are here very often and it is just such a nice area. There is a parking garage at the Palmer Events Center that is usually $12 if you're looking for somewhere close to park for a full day. Otherwise there are small lots and other garages just across the bridge downtown that are convenient. I am not sure if the bathrooms are open. Every time I have tried to use one they are closed and only have porta potties outside.

A day pass is $25 when a full month is $50. I went for the first time today and paid for the day…read morepass, then tried to convert it to a membership. They said I needed to pay the $25 and then start the membership next time for $50. Not a great policy. The rules say you shouldnt bring your own food or beverages, but inside there's just a self-serve pod coffee machine and some bubbly waters. Loved the shade, turf, fans, attendants. Didnt try the wifi. So close to being awesome, but not there yet.

This business is a prime example of an oxymoron. A business meant to harness compassion, operates…read moreunethically behind closed doors. I was a member for over one year. I paid $40 a month and was happy with the environment. I must admit on a surface level, this is the best dog park in Austin. Amenities include a completely astroturfed playground, large flatscreen TVs, and fans for each of the guests. Caution, the glamour hides ugly business practices. Come to find out, the women employees get paid less than the male employees. The owner consistently disrespects his employees by yelling at them. I've seen employees cry because of the way he treats them. My experience: Many dog parents throw birthday celebrations for their pet. We're all responsible and we clean up after ourselves. They're peaceful celebrations. I had the decency to ask for permission to throw my dog a birthday party. They told me they were going to charge me a $500 fee even though I wasn't asking for anything beyond permission. I purchased gifts to give out for all attendees. my generosity was met with malice. Mid-celebration the owner texted me a long, unfriendly message telling me to FaceTime them. My membership was then suspended, but I guess they decided to revoke it without communication. They continued to charge me for the membership, even though I no longer had access. They chose to lose my business of over one year, which amounts to almost $500, over a dog's birthday party, generous of all guests. Choose wisely where you spend your dollars. A membership here supports unethical practices.

This is the worst dog park I've ever been to. It is basically a big dirt lot by the freeway. It it…read morepartially enclosed so I couldn't let me dog off-leash. Avoid at all costs.

We haven't been back with dogs, but I did see that the back fence was repaired. Also, highway…read moreconstruction has reduced the space on the north and east sides. It looks like they have put up high temporary fencing in those places. Not sure whether it is secure or not.

A wonderfully open space full of activities for every pup!! They have a bar so you ban have a…read moreregular or adult beverage. Snacks for pups, a food truck outside and even a drinking truck!!! The handlers are great with all of the dogs and humans. They make everyone feel right at home! You can get a daily pass or even a monthly pass to make sure you and your fur kids have fun! Don't forget to follow them on social! Then you can see the fun activities going on my personal favorite was prom!

I am a Yard Bar refugee and recently visited Watering Bowl for the first time. I appreciated their…read moreregistration system, which allows you to handle everything online before arrival. However, when I arrived, no one was at the front, so I had to check in at the bar. I wonder how that process works for dogs that may not follow all the rules and are already in the park. The concept is quite similar to Yard Bar, right down to the mulch. The bar offers canned beer, wine, cider, sodas, and water. The restrooms are porta-potties, but the one I used was clean. The park features many large trees and plenty of shade. Three Rufferees were present at all times, and I thought the use of walkie-talkies was a nice touch. The front desk informs the Rufferees of the dogs' names, which is quite cute. I do wish the bar provided water for humans; instead, you have to purchase a can of Liquid Death. There was ample parking available. Overall, it was a decent experience, and we plan to return when we have more time to make the drive.

The Onion Creek Metropolitan park is a 517-acre regional park located in Southeast Austin. It has…read morenature and groomed trails, pavilions, restroom, and open play fields. I came for a group trail run through the 250-acre Onion Creek Greenbelt. The park was clean and in great shape. There is a gravel loop around the park that is about 800 m. However, the draw for me was the nature trails in the park that are not too technical but offer a safe introduction to trail running. The trail was about 4 miles long and is fairly flat with a few steep areas. It was a great place to explore the trails whether hiking or running and connect with nature.

Let me start off by saying that we chose to begin our trek through Onion Creek through one of its…read morebranching sub trails, and that was a HUGE mistake. Despite being marked as a branch of the trail it was extremely overgrown with bugs everywhere. The mosquitoes were relentless and the walk was just a nightmare with all the brush we had to walk through. We won't give a terrible rating cause ultimately we did decide to go down that particular path but just be VERY wary of which one you choose to go down.

Pease Park is one of Austin's most beautiful parks. Full stop! It has been thoughtfully designed…read moreand enjoyable green space to frequent. Stretching along Shoal Creek, the park offers a mix of shaded walking and biking trails, open lawns, and beautifully restored natural areas. It is hard to believe when you are in the park that you are in the heart of central Austin. The park is especially family friendly, with a large playground, splash pad, treehouse style observation area, and plenty of seating. While we were at the park a school was hosting a picnic for its students. The northern portion of the park is even more quiet and scenic, with winding trails, limestone bluffs, and creek views. It's a great area for dog walks, leisurely strolls, picnics, workouts, or just relaxing under the trees. The park is well maintained and welcoming to all ages. This park is very special.

Such a gem of a park. Big, beautiful, and genuinely fun for all ages. The giant troll made from…read morenatural and recycled materials alone is worth the visit -- it's impressive and so unique. The stream nearby adds a peaceful touch, and the overall design of the park feels really intentional and creative. Kids will go crazy for the massive playground and all the interactive installations. The hanging net sphere is a must, you can lie inside and bounce around, and honestly the adults were just as into it as the little ones. There are also food vendors including ice cream, so you can easily spend a whole afternoon here. One of the most well-done parks I've been to. Highly recommend.

Mueller Dog Park is one of my go-to spots in Austin for letting my pup run wild and socialize. It's…read moreclean, well-maintained, and has a really friendly neighborhood feel--people are usually chill and respectful, and the dogs are mostly well-behaved. The fenced area gives me peace of mind, and there's enough space for dogs to actually play instead of just circle around. Bonus: it's super close to Mueller Lake Park, so you can easily make it part of a longer walk or hangout. Water stations and waste bags are usually stocked, which I appreciate, especially on hot Texas days. It can get a little busy during peak hours, but honestly that just adds to the social vibe if your dog likes other pups. Solid neighborhood dog park--simple, convenient, and reliable. Definitely recommend.

Mueller Lake Park has so much space, yet completely missed the mark with their dog park. Austin is…read moresuch a dog-friendly city, and I'm disappointed they don't put more effort into creating a beautiful space for our fur babies. If they can build amazing parks for human kids, why not for ours too?! The park needs grass, trees, shade, more seating and space for dogs to roam comfortably. It just doesn't seem like a spot that's designed with pets in mind, but more of a item on their checklist of spaces to create for the park. Mueller Dog Park has been overrun with the stench of urine and uninvolved parents. Mueller is supposed to be a nice, safe, and more sophisticated spot. But after a few minutes, my three fur kiddos were ready to head home... don't think I'll be coming back anytime soon.