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Best Quick Detour Into the Wilderness

Canyon Creek Nature Trail

You'd think a trail that starts at Trailhead Park wouldn't be much of a mystery, but this 4.5-mile out-and-back in Northwest Austin is surprisingly untamed. Good for runs and dogs (but on-leash only) but also for lazy wandering, communing with nature, and getting lost, without ever losing your cell phone signal or worrying about being rousted by the HOA.