Mount Bonnell
One of the highest points in Austin. A climb of about 100 steps rewards you with views of the Colorado River (Lake Austin) and the lakeside mansions below.
Mount Bonnell rises about 780 feet and sits within Covert Park. From the parking area, it takes about 5 minutes to reach the summit by stone steps. From the top you can see the winding Lake Austin (the Colorado River), hillside mansions on the west bank, and the distant Pennybacker Bridge. It is a popular spot for watching sunsets and taking engagement photos. Admission is free, but roadside parking is limited, and on weekend evenings you may have to wait for a space. The summit has no shade, so bring water in summer.
Opening hours
05:00–22:00
Nearby sights
- Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve
- Laguna Gloria
- Pennybacker Bridge
- Deep Eddy Pool
- UT Tower
- Harry Ransom Center
- Zilker Botanical Garden
- Bullock Texas State History Museum