Treaty Oak Square

Beautiful giant oak and rich history. Short visit but worth seeing this iconic Austin place

A must on your Austin to do list. This historic tree was almost destroyed (details below) in 1989. If you’re a fan of history, beautiful outdoor walks, etc., take some time and visit this very historic, beloved place.

(From Website regarding condition of tree…)

In 1989, in an act of deliberate vandalism, the tree was poisoned with the powerful hardwood herbicide Velpar. Lab tests showed the quantity of herbicide used would have been sufficient to kill 100 trees.

Best local distillery in town. We had the pleasure of using their whisky and gin as ingredients in some of of our gelato flavors (we own a Gelato shop on Austin) and the results have always been outstanding.

Today I cleaned the park found lots of plastic and garbage around and under the tree. I thanked the blessed tree for the shade from the bright sun. Had a good day today praying and enjoying nature. Blessings

Definitely worth a stop by. It's amazing to see a tree so wild and natural. Really puts into perspective how much we have changed the landscape.

One of the things that makes Austin unique. I love that it's been protected. Read up on its history before you visit, so you can truly appreciate all its been through!

It is always in your heart if your a Texan or of Comanche lineage or both! It is a place of homage and respect in a somehow liberal growing town in this great state called Texas or Tejas

Preserve em' while we still got em'

There isn't a lot here to review. The tree is impressive and the history interesting. Parking was a bit of a problem.

Stopped here on our bike tour. Massive rooted tree with great history. Stop by and read up on it.

My daughter was doing a report on this tree. So while i was in Austin i went to it. Great history!

Stopped by to check out the embattled oak.

Great service and people!

peaceful benches for a picnic, ancient tree that was around when Columbus hit the shores

Awe inspiring and peaceful. My favorite place in Texas

Nice to visit a place with such history behind it...

This tree, y'all. Came before us, remains after. Respect that.

a honest to good spot to unwind and take in the beauty

The oak tree actually looks good.

Very neat history!