Austin’s Boardwalk on Lady Bird Lake ready for a stroll

AUSTIN – The Boardwalk at Lady Bird Lake, a 1.1-mile passage that connects the south portion of the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, is set to open to the public June 7.

Project costs totaled $27.5 million, said David Taylor, project manager for the City of Austin. The Trail Foundation contributed $3 million toward the project to help ensure it was complete in one phase.

The boardwalk’s debut will include children’s activities, live music and remarks from public officials. Blue Lapis Light, a site-specific aerial dance company, will perform under I-35.