Lady Bird Lake Full Loop (Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail)

The Crown Jewel of Austin Trails

Look, if you're only going to do one ride in Austin, make it this one. The Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail—10 miles of paved perfection looping Lady Bird Lake—is the route that puts every other city trail in the shade. Flat as a board, zero traffic headaches once you're on it, and loaded with views that make the whole trip worthwhile.

Distance: 10 miles (full loop)

Time: 1.5–3 hours, depending on stops (and you'll want to stop)

Difficulty: Easy. Flat terrain the entire way—suitable for anyone.

Best Start Points: Auditorium Shores (south side), Zilker Park area, or the boardwalk near Rainey Street. We deliver the bike right to your hotel or Airbnb, so you step out and hit the trail immediately—no parking hassles, no wasted time.

Surface: Smooth, wide pavement throughout. Well-maintained, no surprises.

Best Time: Early morning for cooler temps and fewer crowds, or late afternoon/early evening for golden-hour skyline shots and the bat emergence (March–October).

The trail hugs the water the whole way: skyline views to the north, greenbelt and rolling lawns to the south. You'll cross the iconic pedestrian bridge on the east side, roll past the Stevie Ray Vaughan statue, swing through Zilker (easy detour to Barton Springs Pool for a quick swim), and finish with the grand finale under Congress Avenue Bridge. Get there around sunset in season and watch 1.5 million bats stream out—nature's nightly show, free of charge.

Stops are everywhere: coffee spots, food trucks, shaded benches, water fountains. The e-bike means you cover the full 10 miles without breaking a sweat, then still have range left if you want to branch off for lunch downtown or a detour up Shoal Creek.

Bottom line: this loop is why Austin keeps getting named one of the best outdoor cities. It's accessible, scenic, and packed with only-in-Austin moments. We handle delivery and pickup anywhere central, so all you do is ride, enjoy, and hand the bike back when you're done. No fuss, just the good stuff.

Ready to roll? Book online—we'll have a premium e-bike waiting at your door.