Dog walks in Highland Hills, Austin

The parks, off-leash dog areas, and trails within about a 15-minute walk of central Highland Hills.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Highland Hills, you'll find 3 parks covering about 228 acres and 1 off-leash dog area.

3Parks nearby

228Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0.2Trail miles

Map of parks, dog areas, and walking paths within about a 15-minute walk of Highland Hills, Austin — Neighborhood center Parks Dog areas Walking paths Water fountains ~15-minute walk

Parks near Highland Hills

Bright Leaf Natural Area217 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Allen Memorial County Park9.2 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Murchison Pool1.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Highland Hills

Ridge Dog Park0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash hours and rules vary by park. Always check the posted signs before letting your dog off leash.

Walking paths and trails

Las Colinas Drive0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

1 mapped drinking fountain nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
Austin summers often top 100°F, so summer walks belong at dawn or after dark, with shade and water. The city has plenty of off-leash areas, but hot pavement is the bigger hazard for paws.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog, check if it's too hot.

Highland Hills dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Highland Hills?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Highland Hills are Bright Leaf Natural Area (217 acres), Allen Memorial County Park (9.2 acres) and Murchison Pool (1.3 acres). For a longer walk, try the Las Colinas Drive. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Highland Hills?

Yes. Ridge Dog Park is about 0.5 miles from the neighborhood center. Check posted hours and rules before you go.

Park, trail, and amenity data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), as of September 18, 2026. Distances are straight-line from the neighborhood's center point, so actual walking routes are a little longer. Parks marked as closed to dogs in OpenStreetMap are left out, but rules change, so follow posted signs.