Covert Park at Mount Bonnell
Park Description
Small park with access to Austin’s highest point (775 feet or 236 meters above sea level). This popular scenic spot offers views of the city skyline and the Colorado River. Please note the trail to the overlook includes stairs.
Park Address
Park Website
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Park Category
Neighborhood
Park Type
Special
County
Travis
Accessible Amenities*
Park Amenities*
- Trails
- Picnic Area
Detailed Access Information
Park Entrance Fee
Park is free
Accessible Drinking Fountain
There are no drinking fountains.
Accessible Picnic Area
Picnic tables are in full sun with no wheelchair access.
Accessible Restrooms
There are no restrooms.
Accessible Playground
There is no playground
Accessible Trails
The main “trail” is a bunch of stairs to the overlook and back, and that has a handrail. There are two trails on either side of the main trail, one of which is wider, but both are very rocky and have no hand rails. Trails are at least 36 inches wide, Any objects on the path, including trash cans and signs, are within 27 inches of the ground, Hanging objects and tree branches are at least 80 inches above the ground, Trails are partially shaded
Is there something unique to this playground?
NA
Pool
There is no pool
Any other park amenities?
There is an overlook of the Colorado River, and there is a view of the downtown skyline from one of the picnic benches.
Other Park Services
Information kiosk
Accessible Parking
There are no designated parking spaces; there is just a paved section and it’s first come, first served.
What does this park do well in terms of accessibility?
The handrail is helpful for people who are able to climb stairs.
*Data may be incomplete
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