08/01/2026
To our park visitors, this sign in the parking lot is your reminder. Unfortunately, vehicle burglaries have been reported in our lot. Thieves have targeted parked vehicles with smash-and-grab thefts while visitors are enjoying the gardens or hiking in the preserve. Taking a few simple precautions can help protect your belongings and ensure a safe and enjoyable visit:
• Remove Valuables: Take all personal items with you including bags/backpacks, electronics, charging cables, wallets/purses and loose change.
• Avoid leaving Valuables in the Trunk or Glove Box: If you must store items, put them in the trunk BEFORE arriving, as thieves often watch people from the parking lot as they hide items in their trunks.
• Lock Doors and windows even if leaving the vehicle for only a few minutes. (One of our park volunteers takes a different approach, leaving her windows rolled down when parking in the lot to discourage window-smashing.)
• Consider parking along 35th Street outside the park where increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic may reduce the likelihood of vehicle burglaries.
• Report Activity: Pay attention to individuals lingering or peering into parked cars and immediately report them to authorities.
In the event you need to report suspicious activity or a vehicle break-in with Austin Police Department (APD), you can submit it online through the iReportAustin platform OR call Austin 3-1-1.
We encourage you to take these precautions and we hope you enjoy a safe, pleasant, and memorable visit to the park. 🦚
