Straight Off the Trail: Austin Men's Walking Group
An Austin men's walking community built around movement, friendship, mental health, and real connection.
Open to all men in Austin. What began as a simple morning walk has grown into a thriving community of more than 160 men who gather to move, connect, support one another, and start the day with purpose.
160+
Austin Men
What Is Straight Off the Trail?
Straight Off the Trail is a daily men's walking group founded by Austin real estate agent Matt Holm.
Centered around the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake, the group brings together men from all walks of life for movement, conversation, friendship, accountability, and community.
No membership. No pressure. No sales pitch.
Just show up and walk.
The community has grown organically into a supportive network of more than 160 Austin men.
Morning Walk Snapshot
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Morning Walk Snapshot
Departure
8:00 AM sharp from Mañana Coffee
Weather
Temperature
Sunrise
Trail Condition
Suggested Gear
Comfortable shoes, water, sunglasses, and a light layer.
Trail Note
Lady Bird Lake Trail is casual, scenic, and open to all fitness levels.
Dog Note
Dogs are welcome.
Parking Tip
Arrive early and look for parking around Seaholm or near Mañana Coffee.
“Start the day moving forward.”
Matt Holm
Founder & Austin Real Estate Agent
The Man Behind the Walk
Matt Holm started Straight Off the Trail with a simple morning walk and an open invitation.
As an Austin real estate agent, he spent his days connecting people to homes, but noticed how many men, himself included, were missing something closer to home: real friendship, movement, and a place to just show up as themselves.
So he started walking Lady Bird Lake every morning and inviting others to join. A few became many. What began as one walk has grown into a brotherhood of more than 160 Austin men.
“I just wanted a place where men could move, talk, and feel less alone. Turns out a lot of us needed the same thing.”
Matt is a licensed Austin real estate agent with The Holm Team at Compass. If you are thinking about buying or selling in Austin, The Holm Team is glad to help a fellow walker. Explore Austin Real Estate
Why We Walk
Modern life can be isolating. Men need connection. They need friendships. They need movement.
They need a place to talk, listen, laugh, and simply be around other men.
Straight Off the Trail was created to make community easy.
One walk can change your entire day. Many members say it has changed their lives.
Mental Health
Brotherhood
Accountability
Friendship
Movement
Community
Who Is This For?
Straight Off the Trail is open to all men in Austin. You belong here. Whether you're any of the following, you belong here.
- New to Austin
- A business owner
- Entrepreneur
- Dad
- Investor
- Real estate professional
- Creative
- Tech professional
- Car enthusiast
- Looking to improve your mental health
- Looking to make friends
- Simply looking for community
No fitness level required. Everyone walks at their own pace.
Your First Walk
Showing Up Is the Whole Plan
No signup, no experience needed, and no one you have to know. Here is exactly how your first morning goes.
Arrive at Mañana Coffee
Find the group out front a few minutes before 8:00 AM. Grab a coffee first if you like.
Introduce Yourself
Just say hello. Most men come alone their first time, so you will fit right in.
Walk and Talk
We set off at 8:00 AM sharp along Lady Bird Lake at a relaxed, conversational pace.
That is the whole thing. Come back tomorrow and you are already a regular.
More Than a Walk
The conversations don't stop when the walk ends.
Members stay connected through the Straight Off the Trail WhatsApp community.
The group has become one of Austin's most valuable communities for friendship, support, introductions, and shared interests.
Real Estate
Deal Flow
Car Enthusiasts
Crypto & Investing
Networking
Austin Recommendations
The WhatsApp community is currently invite only. Come to a walk to get connected.
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Where We Meet
Mañana Coffee
111 Sandra Muraida Way Ste 101
Austin, TX 78703