Sunshine Run
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Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metro Park Pedestrian Walkway, Austin, TX 78704, USA Get directions
Sunshine Run traces the waterfront walkway at Auditorium Shores, where the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail follows the south bank of Lady Bird Lake with open views across to the downtown Austin skyline. You'll share the path with runners, cyclists, and plenty of dogs, and the grassy open space here doubles as a gathering spot for outdoor concerts and festivals.
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Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metro Park Pedestrian Walkway, Austin, TX 78704, USA Get directions
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