The Ultimate Guide To The Shadiest Parks in Austin
Austin, Texas, known for its scorching summer heat, offers numerous playgrounds designed to keep families cool while enjoying the outdoors. In this guide, we’ll explore the shadiest playgrounds in Austin, perfect for those long, hot summer days. These carefully selected spots provide ample shade and a variety of amenities, ensuring a comfortable playtime experience for children and parents alike. Here are all the shadiest parks in Austin.
The Shadiest Parks in Austin
Playgrounds
1. Springwoods Park
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For me, this is the shadiest park that comes to mind. There are so many trees, 2 separate playgrounds, covered pavilions, and even a pleasantly shaded walking trail through the trees around the park. We love this one!
2. Katherine Fleischer Park
![little green playhouse at katherine fleischer park in austin](https://austinfunforkids.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-69.png)
The iconic green playhouse sits among the tree-covered playground at this Wells Branch Neighborhood Park.
3. Mueller Lake Park
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Situated right across from the Thinkery, Mueller Lake Park boasts a modern playground with lush tree coverage. The park’s design focuses on keeping both kids and adults comfortable, with plenty of seating areas in the shade and a loop trail that winds around a scenic lake, perfect for a family stroll after playtime.
4. Shipe Park
![shade at shipe park playground](https://austinfunforkids.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_6761-1024x768.jpg)
A tiny playground is situated in a shady section of this neighborhood park.
5. Little Stacy Park
The playground is mostly in the shade at this local favorite spot.
6. Tarrytown Park
One of the playgrounds is not shaded at all, but the newer one which was recently updated is on the shady side of the park (across the bridge)!
7. The Grove
New Shade Structures Added To These Parks:
Alderbrook Park, 12444 Lamplight Village Ave, Austin
Earl J. Pomerleau Park, 1906 Patton Ln, Austin
Oertli Neighborhood Park, 12613 Blaine Rd, Austin
Splash Pads
1. Ricky Guerrero Splash Pad open May 1-Oct 31
The shadiest splash pad in town! The “shady” aspect I’m referring to here has a double meaning. It’s fully shaded by all the trees, yes, but people also love to mention all the homeless people you might run into at this particular park. We have never had an issue, but commenters love to bring it up. Also, note that the actual playground here has zero shade!