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    Looking for the best backpacking in Texas? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Texas. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

    Top Backpacking Spots in and near Texas

    • Big Bend National Park, Texas

      Hike South Rim Trail Boot Springs Trail

      11 mi / 2 ft gain
      Emory Peak via South Rim Trail and Boot Springs Trail is a 14.9 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Big Bend National Park, TX.
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    • San Antonio, Texas

      Yucca And Hillview Nature Trail Loop South

      3.41 mi / 230 ft gain
      Yucca and Hillview Nature Trail Loop South is a 3.4 mile loop hike located in Northwest San Antonio within Eisenhower Park.  This is a very family friendly park. There is a playground at the entrance of the trail and an educational area. The park is known for its attraction of wildlife and natur...
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    • San Marcos, Texas

      Hike Limbo Loop

      1 mi / 55 ft gain
      The Limbo Loop is a 1-mile loop hike in San Marcos, Texas found within the Purgatory Creek Green space. The trail is a filled with nature and wildlife. The trail is beautiful during the spring, with an abundance of wildflowers. It is mostly shaded, with few inclines. The trail is family and dog-...
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