Emma Long Metropolitan Park - Austin (TX)

5 /5 Suzanne Acosta: Its a beautiful little get away location. We stayed just in front of bathrooms which were left lighted all night. The spot we did was only 1 night, no electricity hook up or water. Their RV locations have 3 or 4 spots where you are allowed to have tents. Nice fishing area and very clean, grass is well maintained.

5 /5 Desira Glenn: Hiking fun with the girl Scouts! The trail is great for anyone without mobility issues. Also, if your knees hurt or you get winded climbing stairs, and your balance is off, then do not attempt this trail.

5 /5 Tejoganesh Vadhry: This park was a great place to visit with the family. We spent time at the small sandy beach, and the shallow water made it perfect for them to enjoy playing in the water and sand. We can spot quite a few deers at sunset. The park also had clean restrooms and picnic tables. Entrance 5$ per car.

4 /5 Daizha: Gorgeous views… but can we talk about the dog poop bags left everywhere? If you can bag it, you can trash it. Let’s keep these trails beautiful, y’all! This is also an off leash area.

5 /5 Alireza: We got there for the second time, because of persian new year. Persian New Year is called Nowruz, which literally means "New Day" in Persian. Its a super ancient celebration, marking the arrival of spring and the first day of the Iranian solar calendar. Think of it as a massive welcome party for longer, brighter days! Nowruz isnt just any New Year; its deeply rooted in Zoroastrianism, an ancient Persian religion that goes way back – over 3,000 years! So, while its a secular holiday for most folks who celebrate it today, it still holds a special significance. Heres the cool part: Nowruz happens right on the vernal equinox, usually around March 20th or 21st. Its all about that perfect balance when the sun crosses the celestial equator, making day and night equal. Its a cosmic high-five for the start of spring! Youll find Nowruz celebrated by a ton of people across the globe, especially in areas with a strong Persian cultural influence. That includes Iran, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, the Stans of Central Asia (Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan), and even parts of the Caucasus, the Middle East, and the Balkans. The celebrations are full of vibrant traditions. One really fun one is jumping over bonfires on the eve of the last Wednesday before Nowruz. Its symbolic of leaving the past behind and stepping into the future with fresh energy. Then, the first few days are all about visiting family and friends, exchanging gifts, and sharing delicious traditional foods. People get all dressed up in new clothes, and theres a real feeling of renewal in the air. A central part of Nowruz is setting up a special table called the Haft-Sin. It has seven symbolic items, all starting with the Persian letter "seen" ($ mathbf{س} $), each representing something good for the new year, like rebirth, prosperity, love, health, and sweetness. Its a beautiful display! Nowruz is a 13-day holiday in Iran, and on the very last day, families pack up and head outdoors for picnics in nature. Its a way to embrace the spring and say goodbye to any lingering bad luck. In 2010, the United Nations even recognized March 21st as the International Day of Nowruz, highlighting its role in promoting peace, unity, and renewal worldwide. Pretty neat, huh? Of course if you have a boat or jet ski, you will have endless joy at this beautiful park....