In a world full of to-do lists and adult responsibilities, it’s important to find ways to keep your inner child alive. You can do just that at Pease Park in Texas, a whimsical park with a giant, two-story treehouse hammock. The structure looks like something straight out of a fairytale, and laying on it is a surefire way to feel like a kid again.
Conveniently located in the heart of Austin, Pease Park has long been a popular hangout spot for college students and disc golf enthusiasts.
Google/Joe Latta The 84-acre park, which parallels Shoal Creek, features meandering trails, lush greenery, and plenty of nature-centric activities for all ages.
As you cross fairytale footbridges and traverse the heavily wooded landscape, you’ll feel like you’re anywhere but Texas’ Capital City.
Google/Daniel Garcia RM Bring the kids and pets along to make it a family affair. The park recently underwent a massive renovation to include play structures, a splash pad, and even a giant treehouse, so boredom isn’t even in the realm of possibilities.
The treehouse is accessible via a hiking trail, and it truly looks like something from a children’s storybook.
Google/Pat Simasathien A geodesic dome nestled amongst the treetops, it’s both an architectural wonder and epic playscape for kids and kids at heart alike.
You see, this whimsical structure isn’t your average treehouse - it’s also a giant hammock!
Google/Bill Wale After a full day of exploring, kick back, relax, and let all your worries dissipate as you listen to the sounds of nature and feel the warm sun on your face.
Let your inner child run wild, using your imagination to transform the hammock into your own personal adventure zone.
Google/Alex Sisney Will you lay back and become one with the forest canopy, or see how many different species of wildlife you can spot in the branches? The options are endless!
Underneath the hammock, limestone seating creates the most idyllic setting for group events.
Pease Park The two-story, open-air structure is available for rent, with a max capacity of 35 people. What event would you hold here?
Address: 1100 Kingsbury Street, Austin, TX 78703.
Google Maps Park hours are 5 a.m. until 10 p.m. daily.
Visit the Pease Park website or Facebook page to learn more – and remember to leave no trace, as the Pease Park Conservancy works hard to preserve the grounds.
Google/Joe Latta
The 84-acre park, which parallels Shoal Creek, features meandering trails, lush greenery, and plenty of nature-centric activities for all ages.
Google/Daniel Garcia RM
Bring the kids and pets along to make it a family affair. The park recently underwent a massive renovation to include play structures, a splash pad, and even a giant treehouse, so boredom isn’t even in the realm of possibilities.
Google/Pat Simasathien
A geodesic dome nestled amongst the treetops, it’s both an architectural wonder and epic playscape for kids and kids at heart alike.
Google/Bill Wale
After a full day of exploring, kick back, relax, and let all your worries dissipate as you listen to the sounds of nature and feel the warm sun on your face.
Google/Alex Sisney
Will you lay back and become one with the forest canopy, or see how many different species of wildlife you can spot in the branches? The options are endless!
Pease Park
The two-story, open-air structure is available for rent, with a max capacity of 35 people. What event would you hold here?
Google Maps
Park hours are 5 a.m. until 10 p.m. daily.
Have you ever laid on the giant hammock at Pease Park? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below. Don’t forget to check out our previous article for another Texas park where you’ll feel like a kid again.
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Address: Pease District Park, 1100 Kingsbury St, Austin, TX 78703, USA
