Shoal Creek Trail Segment Reopens Today — Plus Weekend Event Picks
Austin, TX · July 10, 2026
The humidity is hanging heavy over Lady Bird Lake this morning, but the overcast skies might actually make that afternoon walk on the newly reopened Shoal Creek Trail manageable.
The Lead
After nearly two years of detours and construction fences, the critical segment of the Shoal Creek Trail between 24th and 29th Streets officially reopens to the public this morning. The project addressed significant erosion that threatened the stability of the path and the adjacent hillside. Crews have installed new limestone retaining walls and native plantings designed to withstand the flash flooding common to the Shoal Creek watershed. For cyclists and runners who have been navigating the street-level detours along Lamar Boulevard, the return to the shaded canyon floor is a welcome relief. While some minor landscaping work continues near the Pease Park entrance, the path is fully navigable and restores a vital link in the city's north-south hike-and-bike network.
Local Pulse
New Mural Unveiled in East Austin — A three-story tribute to local jazz legends now anchors the corner of 11th and Juniper Streets.
CapMetro Weekend Rail Maintenance — Red Line service will see minor delays Saturday morning as crews perform routine track inspections near Crestview.
Water Conservation Rebates Increase — The city has doubled the available credit for residents replacing old irrigation controllers with smart weather-based systems.
Today's Outlook
- High 95°F · Low 75°F — Overcast
- The clouds offer a break from the direct sun, but the humidity remains high.
What's On Around Town
Zilker Summer Musical: "Newsies" — Zilker Hillside Theater, 8:15 PM Free outdoor theater tradition — bring a blanket and arrive early for a spot.
Friday Night Social — The Long Center, 6:00 PM Live music on the terrace with one of the best skyline views.
Hot Summer Nights — Red River Cultural District, 8:00 PM Multiple venues hosting free live music across the downtown entertainment corridor.
Round Rock: Express vs. Isotopes — Dell Diamond, 7:05 PM Short drive north for Friday night baseball and post-game fireworks.
Cedar Park: Movies in the Park — Elizabeth Milburn Park, 8:30 PM A short trip for a family-friendly screening of "The Goonies" under the stars.
Spotlight & Story
- The Austin Motel
- This South Congress landmark has been welcoming travelers since 1938. Its iconic neon sign is one of the most photographed spots in the city. The motel originally catered to motorists on the old highway to San Antonio and features a distinctive kidney-shaped pool.
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