Austin has amazing parks

We've been out exploring a few neighborhoods near our rental house. While the neighborhood we live in isn't that great, just a few minutes away are some really great ones with great parks and places to visit.

I recently found out Austin has one of the most abundant public park and playground systems in the country.

251 Parks to be exact... WOW!

Austin seems to really care about its 'green spaces' and providing great ways for people to enjoy it too.

You can visit the official Austin Parks and Recreation site to explore one of the many parks in Austin. Another one I found even more useful is the Austin Parks site. I use this one a lot to find new places for us to visit. It gives a nice directory of every park and what amenities it offers visitors plus photos.

One of our favorites right now is Ramsey Park in the historic Rosedale district west of Lamar and 45th St. I've taken the Max there a few times and we have Lily and Laz here for spring break visit and playing at a few parks.

Hangin' out in the tunnels with my sister Lily 

Playgrounds are even fun for 6ft tall 13 year olds! (Sebastian and Laz)