The neighborhood is just a ten minute car ride away from Lake Austin and a twenty minute ride away from Lake Travis. Downtown and The University of Texas are just a short trip down Mopac, and the Domain and Arboretum Shopping centers are even closer. Highland Hills is also conveniently located near 35th Street which is home to many of Austin's best locally owned restaurants and shops.
Highland Hills is also home to Allen Park, one of Austin's most beloved recreational facilities. The park offers ten acres of pristine woodlands that rest atop a limestone plateau and features picnic areas, barbecues, hiking trails, and nature studies. Allen Park is a major hotspot in the community and offers the busy families of Highland Hills a quiet respite full of untouched nature and adventurous trails.
The neighborhood is serviced by the Austin Independent School District where students attend Highland Park Elementary, Lamar Middle School, and McCallum High School, as well as many accredited private schools conveniently located in the area.