Branch Falls on Conflicted Paxton

GOP AG race centers on bad (as in illegal) investment advice

"...an admission of financial impropriety by Sen. Ken Paxton, R-McKinney, may be opening him up to an upset loss..."

May 8, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Photo Ops

Visiting Austin? You're going to want to take some pictures.

"...Much as if a tree falls in a forest … (you know the rest), will..."

Dec. 26, 2016 Chronolog Post by Kimberley Jones

Tunnel Vision

TxDOT Sees No Evil in Williamson Creek Tunnel

"...underground, and dump it into Williamson Creek upstream from McKinney Falls, a popular swimming hole. The resulting pollution will..."

Oct. 3, 1997 News Feature by Nate Blakeslee

Five Austin Filming Locations to Make You Feel Like a Star

Get your cameras out for the most memorable Austin movie moments

"...McKinney Falls State Park in Predators..."

Aug. 17, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Preserving Planet Texas

Outdoor-loving Texans can thank the federal government for requiring the state to firm up its state parks planning over the next decade.

"...Locally, state parks such as Enchanted Rock and Pedernales Falls are identified as potential candidates for expansion, and one..."

July 5, 2002 News Feature by Dan Oko

Fun in the Sun: Outdoor Activities in Austin

Where to hike, bike, and wade into cool water

"...check those off your list, plan an overnight at McKinney Falls State Park (5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy.). It's located..."

Aug. 25, 2017 Features Feature by Ashley Moreno

Will Lege Rescue Starving State Parks?

Legislators claim help is on way for suffering parks system

"...same sentiment was in the air last week at McKinney Falls State Park, located in Southeast Austin. Gazing across..."

Feb. 9, 2007 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Bell Blasts Perry for Underfunded Parks

Crisis predates current administration, but Dem says guv could have prodded Lege

"...On most days, the Smith Visitor Center at McKinney Falls State Park is as dark and silent as..."

Aug. 4, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Day Trips

"...McKinney Falls State Park on the southeastern edge of Austin..."

Oct. 18, 2002 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: January Events Roundup

Nature, history, and more to explore in 2023

"...number of the state parks at our back door. McKinney Falls boasts a great swimming hole on Onion Creek...."

Jan. 4, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

It’s time for chili cook-offs, festivals, and all sorts of November fun

"...High-water mark. The Smith Visitor Center at McKinney Falls State Park has reopened after being hit by..."

Nov. 5, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

8 of Austin's Best Natural Springs and Swimming Holes

In and around town, keep cool all summer long

"...built in 1915 – ranges from $2 to $9. McKinney Falls State Park..."

May 17, 2019 Events Post by Eilish O'Sullivan

Water Parks, Swimming Holes, and More Options to Keep You Cool

Beat the heat with these H2Options

"...built in 1936 – ranges from $1 to $8. McKinney Falls State Park..."

July 18, 2018 Events Post by Eilish O'Sullivan

What Made Him Do It?

Weeks-long bomb scare ends Wednesday with few answers

"...employees located another bomb at the company's location off McKinney Falls, but were able to alert authorities, who "disrupted"..."

March 23, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Day Trips

Park is home to famous tree

"...McKinney Falls State Park on the southeast outskirts of Austin..."

June 7, 2013 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Green Events: Sept. 28-Oct. 3

"...revel in nature, preferably by helping the Friends of McKinney Falls State Park with various projects, including trail maintenance,..."

Sept. 27, 2007 Columns Post

TxDot's Retention Detention

The I-35 / Ben White drainage tunnel may be adequately filtered -- someday

"...untreated highway sludge flooding their creek, which flows into McKinney Falls State Park. The plan also riled city of..."

Sept. 27, 2002 News Feature by Dave Mann

Spice World

"...The Spice Girls, Richard E. Grant, George Wendt, Mark Mckinney, Claire Rushbrook, Richard O'Brien, Roger Moore, Barry Humphries and..."

Jan. 23, 1998 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Kids in the Hall: Brain Candy

Canadian comedy troupe hits the big screen with this movie about the humorous side effects of a new drug.

"...Makin. Starring: David Foley, Bruce McCulloch, Kevin McDonald, Mark McKinney, Scott Thompson, Paul Bellini and Brendan Fraser. Eagerly awaited..."

April 12, 1996 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Day Trips

"...McKinney Roughs between Austin and Bastrop gives area residents more..."

Jan. 29, 1999 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Five Austin Activities for the Whole Family

Got a house full of guests this holiday? Here’s how to entertain ’em.

"...day trip to a nearby state park such as McKinney Falls or Pedernales Falls for some fresh air. The..."

Dec. 21, 2018 Events Post by Shalavé Cawley

Paxton Indicted on Three Felony Counts

Prosecutors confirm grand jury handed down three felony charges

"...Expect a big crowd in the normally placid McKinney in Collin County, just north of Dallas, on Monday...."

Aug. 1, 2015 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Day Trips

Off-road biking trails of the Lone Star State.

"...The easiest and closest trail rides are at McKinney Falls State Park. Too often Austinites overlook this beautiful..."

May 18, 2001 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: December Events Roundup

Find a December adventure

"...Park, Blue Hole Park Lake, the Llano River, and McKinney Falls State Park. A fishing license is required unless..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Austin Hikes and the Trials of a Fledgling Trailgoer

We got lost, wet, and mildly injured so you don’t have to

"...not go hiking after dark. Hike #4: Greenbelt (Three Falls Hike)..."

April 15, 2023 Sports Post by Joelle DiPaolo

Day Trips & Beyond: December Events Roundup

Plenty of fun still to be had in 2019

"...several locations near Austin including East Metropolitan County Park, McKinney Falls State Park, Blanco State Park, and Blue Hole..."

Nov. 29, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events

Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town

"...Sunday 14, McKinney Falls State Park..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips & Beyond: September Events Roundup

Find fall foliage and festivities all over Texas

"...gorgeous, especially in the mist on a chilly day. McKinney Falls outside of Austin has a forest of bald..."

Sept. 6, 2022 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

From Light Rail to a Downtown Tunnel: The Parts of Project Connect

Diving into the plan

"...Pleasant Valley all the way to Goodnight Ranch and McKinney Falls; and from the Domain along Burnet and South..."

Sept. 25, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Kevin Curtin Hung Out With All of Austin’s “Tree of the Year” Winners

A socially distanced journey through the city’s green spaces

"...was hiking with my girlfriend and our baby at McKinney Falls State Park, and we came across a magnificent..."

July 31, 2020 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

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