2021

A fun walk in an eclectic neighborhood. Picturesque homes ranging in style from Victorian to Craftsman to Mid-Century Modern, interspersed with wooded parks and winding creeks. Great yard art, too.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Fairview/Travis Heights Neighborhoods

Year Round Walk

SN: 117758 - 2021 / Y1672

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Victorian style home at 402 Academy
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Larry Monroe Forever Bridge
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Hotel courtyard on S. Congress Ave.
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A park along the route.
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when is the event

The event is closed

From Fri, Jan 1st, 2021 to Dec 31st, 2021

Start box available: 24/7

where is the event

Austin, Texas

The address/location to the Physical Start Box (PSB) for mapping services such as Google or Siri is as follows:

507 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

Little Free Libraries

CC: Travis County

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Event comments

The walk is through a historic neighborhood and park. It is shady and has some dirt/gravel trails. South Congress Ave has many eateries and provides a typical Austin experiense and scene.

conditions for the event

Rating: 1A, Distance: 6, 10km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Medium

Wheelchairs: Medium

Event information

Central to this walk are neighborhoods dating back to the 1880s. You will pass a unique blend of elegant Victorian mansions, beautifully restored cottages, quaint bungalows, and recently built homes of striking design. The event winds through Stacy Park and finishes with a walk down South Congress Ave. where you will pass an interesting array of restaurants, retail shops and art galleries. Open daily.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

Driving to the start box

507 S 1st, Austin, TX 78704-1207. See Austin-Capital Y0068 for directions to start location and Walk Box.

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507 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704

event sponsor

Colorado River Walkers (AVA-0077)

Event website: www.coloradoriverwalkers.org

point of contact

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