Texas
Looking for the best hiking 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 Hiking Spots in and near Texas
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Johnson City, Texas
Hike Wolf Mountain, Juniper Ridge And South Loop Equestrian Trail
6.6 mi / 374 ft gainThe Wolf Mountain, Juniper Ridge and South Loop Equestrian Trail is a 6.6 mile loop hike within Pedernales Falls State Park, right outside of Johnson City, Texas. The trail is pretty wide and great for all sorts of exercising and social distancing. The trail is relatively moderate, with few incl...Read more -
Richards, Texas
Hike the Lone Star Hiking Trail: Trailhead 1 to Lake Conroe
20 mi / 450 ft gainThe Trail Trailhead #1 of the Lone Star Hiking Trail puts you in an isolated part of East Texas where you can truly experience nature and peace. The trails are marked with squares and are normally well kept and clean, but you will have to navigate over fallen trees and through muddy creek bottoms...Read more -
El Paso, Texas
Hike Ron Coleman Short Trail
5.01.4 mi / 557 ft gainRon Coleman Short Trail is a 1.4 mile out and back hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Fort Bliss, TX.Read more -
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Blue Creek Trail
11.52 mi / 2762 ft gainBlue Creek Trail is an out-and-back hike located near Big Bend National Park, TX. This trail can make for a longer 11-mile roundtrip hike or if you prefer a shorter trip, you can explore the Homer Wilson Ranch with a short ~2-mile roundtrip hike from the Blue Creek Trailhead.Read more -
Plano, Texas
Arbor Hills Mountain Bike Loop
2.31 mi / 121 ft gainArbor Hills Mountain Bike Loop is a 2.1 mile loop hike where you may see local wildlife located near Plano, TX.Read more -
El Paso, Texas
Hike the Mayberry Trail
1.8 mi / 127 ft gainThis is a great trail to be able to hike year-round. Great place to see wildlife and wildflowers in the spring and summer. Also a great place to see many species of cacti. This trail connects to the numerous trails in Lost Dog system and has great views of the Franklin Mountains.Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Hike Dante's Trail And Backend Loop
2.5 mi / 213 ft gainThe Dante's Trail and Backend Loop is a 2.5 mile loop hike located within the Purgatory Creek Greenspace area just south of San Marcos, Texas. This particular section of the Greenspace is made of flattened crushed gravel and is mostly shaded. The trail is very well maintained and several benches ...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Hike Geology Loop
5.01.5 mi / 26 ft gainGeology Loop is a 1.49 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near San Antonio, TX.Read more -
Terlingua, Texas
Hike The River Road: Lajitas To Presidio
5.066.4 mi / 3 ft gainThe River Road: Lajitas to Presidio is a 66.4 mile point-to-point hike that takes you by a river located near Terlingua, TX.Read more -
Angleton, Texas
Hike the Dow Woods Trails
5.02.4 miPark off of Old Angleton-Clute Rd (see map) to access the trail. Trail is accessible year-round. There are bathrooms and an environmental education pavilion used for special events. Two trails, the Tveten Trail (0.9 miles, concrete paved path) and the Bayou Loop Trail (1.5 miles, gravel path). T...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Hike Restoration Way Trail Loop
5.1 mi / 511 ft gainThe Restoration Way Trail Loop is a 5.1 mile loop hike located in Northwest San Antonio within Friedrich Park. The trail is definitely one of the more challenging trails in the park. Portions of the trail are paved, however this particular loop is not recommended for those that have mobility l...Read more -
Lakeway, Texas
Hike Hamilton Greenbelt
5.1 mi / 374 ft gainThe Hamilton Greenbelt is a 5.1 mile out-and-back neighborhood hike located in Lakeway, just 15 miles outside of downtown Austin. The trail is located in a neighborhood and is extremely well-maintained. At the entrance of the trail you will find a little garden area with a small waterfall and a s...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Mary Moore Searight Park Trail Loop
4.02.08 mi / 131 ft gainThe outer loop trail at Mary Moore Searight park is 2.1 miles and is interconnected by several smaller trails, which can be used to shorten the length of the hike. The trail is relatively easy with very few inclines and declines. The trail is mostly very thin crushed gravel and great for an easy ...Read more -
Alpine, Texas
Ernst Tinaja Trail
5.00.74 mi / 49 ft gainThe Ernst Tinaja Trail, located within Big Bend National Park near Alpine, Texas, offers hikers a unique glimpse into the region’s geological wonders. Trail Overview This out-and-back trail spans approximately 1 mile round trip, leading visitors through a limestone canyon adorned with vibra...Read more -
Dallas, Texas
Kiest Park Trail
5.02.05 mi / 115 ft gainKiest Park Trail is a 2 mile loop that's great for stretching your legs and is dog-friendly. Kiest Park is located near Dallas, TX with parking off of Kiest Circle.Read more -
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Pine Canyon Trail
5.03.88 mi / 1024 ft gainThe Pine Canyon Trail, nestled within Big Bend National Park, offers hikers a moderately challenging 4-mile round-trip journey through diverse terrains, culminating at the base of a stunning 100-foot cliff. Hours of Operation: • Big Bend National Park is open 24 hours a day, year-round. ...Read more