Covert Park at Mount Bonnell
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Covert Park at Mount Bonnell

Picnic Summit View

  • 4.77.0k reviews
  • Free
  • Open now · till 10 pm

Covert Park at Mount Bonnell offers sweeping views of the Colorado River and Austin skyline from a historic, elevated overlook. Expect well-worn stone steps, shaded live oaks, picnic spots, and steady breezes — ideal for scenic photos, sunsets, and relaxed outdoor gatherings. Visitors come for short hikes, panoramic vistas, and a peaceful escape from the city.

Right now · 9:15 am

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Sun's out
  • Open till 10 pm
  • Outdoors

70°

Clear

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74°
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  1. 10amMostly clear73°
  2. 11amClear77°
  3. 12pmOvercast80°

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Hours

Open now · till 10 pm
monday
5 AM–10 PM
tuesday
5 AM–10 PM
wednesday
5 AM–10 PM
thursday
5 AM–10 PM
friday
5 AM–10 PM
saturday
5 AM–10 PM
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5 AM–10 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 Covert Park at Mount Bonnell
  2. 2 Mount Bonnell · 1 min
  3. 3 Mayfield Cottage and Gardens · 17 min
  4. 4 Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve · 18 min
  5. 5 The Contemporary Austin · 18 min
3800 Mt Bonnell Rd, Austin, TX 78731(opens the map)DirectionsOpen in MapsWebsiteaustintexas.gov

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good for solo
  • Good for couples

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.7from 7.0k reviews

Known for

  • Sunset views
  • Photography
  • Picnics
  • Scenic views
  • Walking trails
  • Picnic areas

The feel

  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Tourists
  • Couples
  • Pet owners

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