Full Loop Sundays
Every Sunday, we're walking the full Lady Bird Lake loop — all 10 miles of it.
But here's the thing: this isn't a death march. I've mapped out fuel stops every couple of miles so you can grab coffee, a smoothie, tacos, or just catch your breath and call it a day whenever your body says so. No pressure to finish. No judgment if you peel off at mile 3 with a latte in hand. That's the whole point.
THE ROUTE & STOPS:
🌮 Start: Taco Joint (134 E Riverside Dr) Fuel up with breakfast tacos before we hit the trail. We'll gather here, grab food, and head out together.
☕ Stop 1: Noble Joe Coffee Co. (~Mile 2 | Southshore Eatery, 1620 E Riverside Dr) First coffee stop. If you're a "just here for the vibes and a 2-mile walk" person, this is your graceful exit.
🌉 Stop 2: Cross the Dam & Wishbone Bridge (~Mile 3-4) We'll cross Longhorn Dam and the newly opened Wishbone Bridge to the north side of the lake. Great photo ops. No purchase necessary.
☕ Stop 3: Coffee near Veracruz All Natural (~Mile 5 | E Cesar Chavez) Halfway point. Grab a coffee or a taco. Another perfectly acceptable place to tap out and claim victory.
🥤 Stop 4: JuiceLand (~Mile 6-7 | Lake Austin Blvd) A quick detour off the trail for a smoothie or acai bowl. Your legs will thank you.
🌉 Stop 5: Cross back south, pass Barton Springs (~Mile 8) We'll cross back over to the south side of the lake and pass by Barton Springs Pool. If it's hot, we won't judge a spontaneous dip.
🍽️ Stop 6: Casa De Luz (~Mile 9 | 1701 Toomey Rd) Optional stop for anyone wanting a wholesome macrobiotic meal before the final stretch.
🌮 Finish: Back at Taco Joint (~Mile 10) Full circle. Celebratory tacos for the finishers.
WHAT TO KNOW:
All paces welcome. This is a walk, not a race.
Drop off at ANY stop. Rideshare-friendly exits at every fuel point.
Bring water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes.
Dogs welcome (leashed on the trail).
We go rain or shine unless it's genuinely dangerous out there.
WHO THIS IS FOR: Anyone who wants to move their body, have good conversation, and explore Austin's best trail with built-in snack breaks. Whether you walk 2 miles or 10, you're part of the crew.