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

  • Austin, Texas

    Mary Moore Searight Park Trail Loop

    4.0
    2.08 mi / 131 ft gain
    The 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 ...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike Geology Loop

    5.0
    1.5 mi / 26 ft gain
    Geology Loop is a 1.49 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near San Antonio, TX.
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike Main Loop And Juniper Trail

    4.0
    2.7 mi / 308 ft gain
    Main Loop and Juniper Trail is a 2.7 mile loop hike located in Northwest San Antonio within Friedrich Park. This park and trail are both highly trafficked and popular for hiking. Portions of the trail are paved, however there are parts that are not and have a dirt/natural path. This trail is pri...
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  • Lakeway, Texas

    Hike Hamilton Greenbelt

    5.1 mi / 374 ft gain
    The 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...
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  • El Paso, Texas

    South Franklin Mountain from Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive

    3.4 mi / 1 ft gain
    This trail is closed for restoration. Please visit the Texas.gov/state-parks website for updates.  South Franklin Mountain from Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive is an out and back hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near El Paso, TX.
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  • Sugar Land, Texas

    Oyster Creek Loop

    1.67 mi / 82 ft gain
    Oyster Creek Loop is a loop trail that runs along Oyster Creek and has views of White Lake on your return. This trail is located in Cullinan Park near Sugar Land, TX. The trail is dog-friendly and is frequently used by people trail running or simply out for a stroll. 
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  • Austin, Texas

    Hike Laguna Gloria Trail

    0.4 mi / 9 ft gain
    The Laguna Gloria Trail is a 0.4 mile out-and-back hike beginning in Mayfield Park, a popular park located in west Austin. The trail is very short and relatively easy. The trail is made of dirt and is completely shaded. It's a very calming walk and beautiful walk, full of lush greens and dependin...
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  • Nacogdoches, Texas

    Lanana Creek Trail

    5.0
    8.35 mi / 617 ft gain
    Lanana Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Nacogdoches, TX. The trail is in town and easy to access and has the added bonus of running next to the creek for peaceful sounds along the trail.  Don't let the length detour you. As an out-and-bac...
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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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  • El Paso, Texas

    Hike the Schaeffer Shuffle Trail

    2.6 mi / 691 ft gain
    This a scenic but steep trail. Start on the SE turn off and followed the arroyo. After a while, the trail starts to climb up the mountain. The trail is rocky in places, but offers excellent views of the Franklin Mountains. On your descent on the NW side, you will have great views of the Avispa Ca...
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  • El Paso, Texas

    Hike the Maze-Cardiac Hill trail

    5 mi / 639 ft gain
    This hike starts just off the Tin Mines trail. It is a moderate hike and has some very good views of the  Franklin Mountains and their surroundings. During the summer many beautiful wildflowers can be seen. In the spring cacti can be seen in bloom. Bikers do also use this trail so yield to them w...
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  • El Paso, Texas

    Hike Ron Coleman Trail

    1.3 mi / 606 ft gain
    Ron Coleman Trail is a 1.3 mile out and back hike that takes you past scenic views located near Fort Bliss, TX.
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  • El Paso, Texas

    Hike the Lower Sunset Trail

    7 mi / 1043 ft gain
    I have hiked this trail several times but only in sections since it is so long. You can start from either the south parking or the north parking lot. I'd suggest leaving a car at both if possible so you can hike point-to-point if you want a shorter, 3.5 mile hike. The trail has very good views of...
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  • Dallas, Texas

    Cattail Pond Loop

    5.0
    2.52 mi / 325 ft gain
    Cattail Pond Loop is a 2.5 mile loop trail with its turning point at Cattail Pond. The trail can also be done starting on the Escarpment Trail (starting from the same parking lot) if you're looking to add some variety. Cattail Pond Loop is located near Cedar Hill, TX. Cedar Ridge Preserve may ha...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike Bosque, Vern Del, Juniper Ridge And Main Trails Loop

    4.0
    2.6 mi / 357 ft gain
    Bosque, Vern Del, Juniper Ridge and Main Trails Loop is a 2.6 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near San Antonio, TX.
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  • Pilot Point, Texas

    Randy Bell Scenic Trail

    5.0
    2.48 mi / 154 ft gain
    Randy Bell Scenic Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located in Ray Roberts Lake State Park near Pilot Point, TX. There is a fee to enter the park, but you can also purchase a state park annual pass. Learn more by visiting the Texas.gov state park website. This is an ADA accessible t...
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