Home / Texas / Round Rock North Brushy Creek Trail Round Rock, TX · Williamson County · 1.9 mi · Point to point
A flat 1.9-mile point to point. Partial shade (49% coverage); water access along most of the route; best in the morning or evening during summer.
Dogs allowed Allowed
Leash rule Required
Trail effort Flat
Shade Some shade
North Brushy Creek Trail is a 1.9-mile dog-friendly trail in Round Rock, TX. Includes leash-required policy details · medium shade. Elevation gain is about 82 ft. Looking for more options in Round Rock dog-friendly trails or across dog-friendly trails across Texas ? Use the sections below for dog policy, access points, shade/heat, water, terrain, and safety.
ℹ Leash required at all times per Round Rock City Code. Dogs allowed in all city parks and trails.
Suitability by dog type By Dog Type How this trail suits different kinds of dogs
🐾 Small Dog
Toy & small breeds
✓ Short & easy to complete
✓ Natural & paw-friendly
🐕 Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
✓ Flat & joint-friendly
✓ Short, relaxed walk
✓ Smooth surface — easy going
⚠️ Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
✓ Usually quiet — fewer encounters
✓ All dogs leashed — controlled
✓ Can cut short if needed
🌸 Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
✓ Soft natural surface
✓ Quiet — less stressful
💪 Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
✓ Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
✓ Flat — great for conditioning
✓ Can shorten route if needed
💧 Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
✓ Swim spots confirmed on this trail
✓ Water along most of the route
– Leash required — limits water play
ℹ With swim access, flat trail — comfortable for most dogs
Best for
Senior dogs Small dogs Easy walks Heat-sensitive dogs Reactive dogs Water-loving dogs First-time trail dogs
Most comfortable when
Avoid after heavy rain
— Trail gets significantly muddy — surfaces become slippery and paws stay wet Why this trail works
Swim access confirmed — water features along the route Natural, soft surface Essentially flat — average slope under 3%HAZARDS Medium
SHADE / HEAT Some shade Heat risk present
CROWD Low Typically uncrowded
NEAREST VET 1.4 km away Parmer Lane Pet Hospital
Effort Flat
Surface Mixed
Shade Moderate
Water Good
Elevation & Width Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 1.
Easy Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.
Easy Moderate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain: 82 ftGain/mi: 44 ft/miSteep sections: Low
Rated from 82 ft gain + 44 ft/mi. Narrow NARROW Typical: ~0 ft WIDE
Mostly single-file with tighter passing space.
Surface & Paws Surface coverage helps you plan for paw comfort and choose routes that match your dog's tolerance for rough or hot terrain.
Mostly: Concrete
Firm, consistent footing with less natural cushioning.
Hard surface risk Smooth / Paw-friendly
Quick read
Roughness: Low This trail is mostly Concrete. A notable share is dirt (40%). Expect harder footing—paws may heat up in summer. Generally comfortable for most dogs.
Best for strollers road bikes quick walks
Shade & Heat Shade coverage and heat exposure are summarized to show when this trail is safer for warm-weather dog hikes.
🌳 Shade MEDIUM Moderate shade coverage
Shade along the trail
0 mi 1.9 mi 1 Sun Partial Shade Dense
Quick read
Roughly half the trail has meaningful tree or canopy coverage. Expect mixed sun and shade.
Water Access Water proximity is tracked along the route (97%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.
Water nearby 97%
Water along the trail
Lake / Pond Dry — no water within 200 m Lake / Pond Dry — no water within 200 m Lake / Pond River Lake / Pond River 0 mi 1.9 mi 1 River Lake / Pond
Water types nearby
River Lake/Pond Stream
River • Lake/Pond • Stream
Quick read
Water is frequently near the route—great for cooling breaks. Bring a bowl anyway. Swimming spots may be available. Check current/flow after rain.
Parking Lots 6
Capacity 365 spaces est.
Fee Free
This section covers 3 trailheads listed, 6 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.
Primary trailhead 📍
Parking #1
Primary 🔓 Access not confirmed 💵 Fee not posted 📍 Near trail (~65 m)
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Other access points 📍
Parking #2
🔓 Access not confirmed 💵 Fee not posted 📍 Near trail (~65 m)
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Parking #3
🔓 Access not confirmed 💵 Fee not posted 📍 Near trail (~75 m)
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Amenities along the route Nearby facilities around the start, middle, and end of this trail.
Near the start Mostly parking nearby
🅿️ Parking
6 closest: 393 m • nearby
Point details Parking area 393 m • nearby
↗ Parking area 396 m • nearby
↗ Parking area 430 m • nearby
↗ Show 3 more Parking area 441 m • nearby
↗ Parking area 444 m • nearby
↗ Parking area 446 m • nearby
↗ Near the middle No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.
Near the end No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.
Parking details 🅿 ParkingLarge parking area ~365 spaces Estimated capacity
Parking generally sufficient for peak times.
Highlights No highlights are available for this trail yet.
Bailout & exit options Exit options (Bailouts) Bailout: medium Score: 0.35
Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.
Actionable: 2 Dead ends: 0 Closest Start: 495 m
Method + full metrics Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.
Total spots: 2 Actionable exits: 2 Dead ends: 0 Closest near Start: 495 m Closest near Midpoint: 1.6 km Closest near End: —
🚪 Exits Trail entrance / exit · 495 m from start Trail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit 0 mi 1.9 mi 0.9 mi 2 actionable exits· closest 495 m from start
Low dead-end count (2) improves bailout options. Graph-based route structure estimate using stored segment geometry. Start Midpoint End
Top exits near Start Trail entrance / exit
Near Start · 495 m from start
Entrance Dead End
Current hazard level is marked as medium. 5 nearby emergency veterinary options mapped where available.
Parmer Lane Pet Hospital
0.9 mi from trail · Veterinary · 11951 West Parmer Lane, Cedar Park, 78613
Parmer Lane Pet Hospital
0.9 mi from trail · Veterinary · 11951 West Parmer Lane, Cedar Park, 78613
UrgentVet - Cedar Park
2.8 mi from trail · Veterinary · 1310 East Whitestone Boulevard, Cedar Park, 78613
Thrive
3.0 mi from trail · Veterinary
New Hope Animal Hospital
3.1 mi from trail · Veterinary · 1210 East New Hope Drive, Cedar Park, 78613
Medium
Primary concerns: Bike conflict (5), Water crossings (3)
Show hazard breakdown Are dogs allowed on North Brushy Creek Trail? Unknown based on available data.
Do dogs need to be on a leash on North Brushy Creek Trail? Unknown based on available data.
Is there drinking water available for dogs along North Brushy Creek Trail? Unknown based on available data.
Is North Brushy Creek Trail mostly shaded or sun-exposed? Unknown based on available data.
What is the trail surface like for dog paws on North Brushy Creek Trail? The primary trail surface is concrete.