🐾 How to Handle Aggressive Dogs at the Dog Park – Real Advice from Dog Owners
Visiting the dog park can be a joyful activity for both you and your furry friend—but aggressive encounters can quickly […]
Mary Moore Searight Off Leash Trailhead is a beloved dog park and pet-friendly hiking destination located in South Austin, Texas. This large park offers extensive off-leash areas, making it a favorite for local dog owners seeking the freedom and fun of off-leash play. Shaded trails wind through varied landscapes, providing great opportunities for dog-friendly hiking, nature walks, and wildlife spotting. Families will appreciate that the park is also good for kids, with playgrounds and activities nearby.
Parking is available and wheelchair accessible, and there are restrooms, playgrounds, picnic tables, and benches throughout the park for convenience. The park features creek access for pups that love to splash or swim, making it ideal for energetic dogs and owners looking for adventure. While there is a fence in some areas, there are known gaps, so keep a close eye on adventurous dogs. Visitors love the relaxed vibe and local Austin charm, making it a top pick for pet-friendly outings.
Writing this to warn people of the recent coyote activity we’ve experienced. We bring our dog to the trail every Sunday. About a month ago we encountered coyotes for the first time (in five years). Our dog got a puncture wound from that altercation and I saw two coyotes run off.
Today we didn’t see the coyotes but we talked with a couple who had just encountered them and sure enough at the end of our loop we heard our dog barking and eventually he came running back to us with his tail tucked and had two puncture wounds on his back leg.
We love this off-leash trail but wanted to warn others of the coyote presence, especially if you have smaller dogs or dogs who like to explore/roam.
Nice little trail. Lots of homeless in the area, definitely wouldn’t recommend a solo female to go in the area. It is shaded so heat-intolerant dogs can still get out and not be in direct sunlight.
I’ll start by saying that I actually really do love this trail, it’s perfect for a morning walk with the dog. Unfortunately the parking lot is not very secure..this morning my car was broken into! Apparently this has been happening a lot in the area recently. Beware..
Restrooms, Tennis court, basketball court, volleyball court, playgrounds. Trails, seats though out the park. tables creek, lots of wild life deer, crawfish,roadrunner, dragonfly,
Great spot to bring my 7 month old pup to gain trust with her off leash! She loved playing in the water and getting to explore as I walked close by. For water crossings there are some rickety boards laying across to walk over which is actually kinda fun. There are one or two gaps in the fence so if your dog likes to bolt, beware.