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3,415 ft
Distance
2 ft
Climb
-26 ft
Descent
00:04:15
Avg time
-26 ft
Altitude change
470 ft
Altitude min
500 ft
Altitude max
496 ft
Altitude start
469 ft
Altitude end
-0.7%
Grade
-5.9%
Grade max
2.1%
Grade min
295 ft
Distance climb
869 ft
Distance down
1,266 ft
Distance flat
00:04:15
Avg time

Old Train Tracks Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    South Walnut Creek
    Austin, Texas
  • Difficulty Rating
    Access Trail or Doubletrack Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    City of Austin

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Old Train Tracks is a 3,415 ft moderately popular doubletrack trail located near Austin Texas. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Aug 11, 2026 @ 10:53am (America/Chicago)
Aug 11, 2026
 No sign of a gate on either end of this trail.
Apr 21, 2023 @ 3:48pm
Apr 21, 2023
 You have to carry your bike over a gate at the Eastern end and cross a busy street:(
Sep 25, 2022 @ 6:18am
Sep 25, 2022
Dec 3, 2021 @ 9:13am
Dec 3, 2021
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Old Train Tracks

        ▼ Where is Old Train Tracks located?
        Old Train Tracks is located in South Walnut Creek, Austin, Texas, United States. It is part of the South Walnut Creek trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 30.30212, -97.65229.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Old Train Tracks?
        Old Train Tracks has 2 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 26 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 470 ft to 500 ft.
        ▼ Is Old Train Tracks a point to point trail?
        Old Train Tracks is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
        ▼ How long is Old Train Tracks?
        Old Train Tracks is 3,415 ft long. The trail type is doubletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Old Train Tracks?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Old Train Tracks. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Old Train Tracks?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Old Train Tracks are:
        • March (3 activities)
        • April (3 activities)
        • October (2 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Old Train Tracks? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Old Train Tracks are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Old Train Tracks?
        The estimated time to ride Old Train Tracks is approximately 4 minutes. The trail is 3,415 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        ▼ How busy is Old Train Tracks?
        Old Train Tracks is a moderately popular trail. There have been 136 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 146 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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