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    • Georgetown, Texas

      Hike San Gabriel River From Blue Hole

      10.4 mi / 380 ft gain
      San Gabriel River from Blue Hole is a 10.4 mile out and back hike that follows along the North San Gabriel River in Georgetown, Texas. The trail is moderately trafficked. A large majority of the trail is paved, shaded, and well-maintained. It provides beautiful views of the river with an abundan...
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    • Georgetown, Texas

      Blue Hole in Georgetown

      5.0
      Head to the location pin and you will find free parking. Get out and head north on S Rock Street and you will come across a wide sidewalk that runs parallel with the South Fork San Gabriel River. Look East and you will see the Blue Hole about 600ft away. The waterfall has 3 levels. The first leve...
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    • Georgetown, Texas

      Hike the Pickett Trail

      3.5
      1.7 mi / 66 ft gain
      The trail features a gorgeous river, and is enjoyable for all skill levels. Dogs are allowed to use this trail, but must be kept on leash.  Parking at Blue Hole Park is relatively easy. Once parked, head west down the river for about a quarter mile and you'll find some picnic tables and a pavili...
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    • Georgetown, Texas

      Hike the San Gabriel River Trail

      7.6 mi / 498 ft gain
      The San Gabriel River trailhead is found within Cedar Breaks Park, just northeast of Georgetown, Texas. The trail is a 7.6 mile moderate out-and-back trail. The trail is heavily trafficked and even more so on weekends. There are several inclines and declines, but nothing too significant. The trai...
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    • Georgetown, Texas

      Crockett Gardens and Falls

      4.5
      7.68 mi / 1030 ft gain
      This is a 7.6 mile out-and-back trail snaking along the banks of Lake Georgetown. The trailhead is located in Cedar Breaks Park. There is no fee to hike the trail however there are fees for camping, boating, or picnicking so be sure to tell the attendants you are just there to hike. Once through ...
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    • Georgetown, Texas

      Hike Good Water Trail Loop From Cedar Breaks

      10.1 mi / 688 ft gain
      The Good Water Trail Loop from Cedar Breaks is a 10.1 mile loop hike that begins within Cedar Breaks Park, just northeast of Georgetown, Texas. The trail is heavily trafficked and even more so on weekends. There are several inclines and declines, but nothing too significant. The trail has rough t...
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    • Georgetown, Texas

      Good Water Loop

      5.0
      25.58 mi / 2241 ft gain
      The Good Water Loop is a loop trail around the San Gabriel River through Russel Park and Sawyer Park. Just outside of Georgetown, Texas, this trail is perfect for a lengthy trail run or for an overnight backpacking trip. This trail is open year-round, and dogs are allowed to use this trail if kep...
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    • Liberty Hill, Texas

      Hike the Good Water Trail

      5.0
      12.6 mi / 1270 ft gain
      The Good Water Trail which is part of the larger Good Water Loop, is a 12.6 mile point-to-point hike. This trail is heavily trafficked by both hikers and mountain bikers alike. It's a great trail for scenic views, nature, and wildlife. Please be advised that the trail is severely rocky and uneven...
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    • Leander, Texas

      Explore Dinosaur Tracks in Leander

      4.1
      1 mi
      About a half mile west from the Hwy 183 bridge that crosses the South Fork of the San Gabriel River lies approximately 12 dinosaur footprints embedded in the river bed. Not many people know about the dinosaur tracks just northwest of Austin in Leander, Texas. This is not a marked trail, there ar...
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    • Cedar Park, Texas

      Hike the Brushy Creek Regional Trail

      4.5
      6.5 mi / 85 ft gain
      Park in the big lot off E Little Elm Trail Road (see map) to access the trailhead. Trail is accessible year round and is dog-friendly. 
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    • Austin, Texas

      Hike Walnut Creek Metro Loop

      4.0
      8.8 mi / 534 ft gain
      Walnut Creek Metro Loop is an 8.8 mile loop hike located within Walnut Creek Metro Park in north Austin, Texas. The trail is moderately hiked and relatively easy. It's great for walking/running/cycling. There are many smaller trails that connect portions of the main loop and it's easy to get conf...
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    • Austin, Texas

      Hike or Bike the Walnut Creek Trail

      3.7
      4.4 mi / 190 ft gain
      Walnut Creek Park has a TON of little side trails that make this a must do if you are in or near the area. This particular trail (1 of 2 major ones) is a 15 mile loop but can be done as a shorter out and back. Once you park in the parking lot head southwest to find the trailhead and you're good t...
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    • Austin, Texas

      Hike the Great Hills Park Trail

      2.31 mi / 127 ft gain
      The Great Hills Park trail is a 2.3 mile point-to-point nature trail found within the Great Hills neighborhood of Northwest Austin. The trail is perfect for cycling, hiking, or just for taking a regular walk. The hike features a multitude of wildlife and is primarily shaded. There are several bat...
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    • Austin, Texas

      St. Edwards Park Yellow & Blue Trails

      4.7
      1.24 mi
      St. Edwards Park offers 2 main trails taking you along a creek, up hill trails with gorgeous views from atop a bluff, through exposed meadows filled with prairie grasses and cacti, and to a small swimming hole with a rope swing. The Creek Trail is a much easier, family friendly hike compared to ...
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    • Austin, Texas

      St. Edwards Green and Red Loop

      2.8 mi / 328 ft gain
      St. Edwards Green and Red Loop is a 2.7 mile loop hike located in northwest, Austin, Texas. The trail is heavily trafficked, but has a great nature scene, including a multitude of bird species and wildflowers. Bull creek flows through the trail, creating a waterfall at one point which makes for a...
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    • Austin, Texas

      Hike the Bull Creek Loop

      4 mi / 100 ft gain
      Part park, part preserve, St. Edwards Park is not too well known, even among long time Austin residents. It's hidden away on old Spicewood Springs Road, beyond the Loop 360 boundary beyond which most people do not venture. The park consists of two parts, one park and one preserve. The portion of ...
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    Camping and Lodging in Georgetown

    Jim Hogg Park
    Georgetown, Texas

    Jim Hogg Park

    Cedar Breaks Park
    Georgetown, Texas

    Cedar Breaks Park

    Russell Park
    Georgetown, Texas

    Russell Park

    Leander / NW Austin  KOA Holiday
    Leander, Texas

    Leander / NW Austin KOA Holiday

    Tejas Park
    Liberty Hill, Texas

    Tejas Park

    Willis Creek
    Granger, Texas

    Willis Creek

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Georgetown

    Erin's Travel Guide to Austin, Texas

    Erin's Travel Guide to Austin, Texas

    Erin Newman-Mitchell

    10 Must-Do Adventures Near Austin, Texas

    10 Must-Do Adventures Near Austin, Texas

    The Outbound Collective

    Top 20 hikes near Austin, Texas

    Top 20 hikes near Austin, Texas

    Aurora Slaughter