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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Houston, Texas
Hike George Bush Hike And Bike Trail
11.1 mi / 36 ft gainGeorge Bush Hike and Bike Trail is a 11.1 mile out and back hike that takes you by a river located near Houston, TX.Read more -
El Paso, Texas
Hike the Schaeffer Shuffle Trail
2.6 mi / 691 ft gainThis 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...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Hike Bosque, Vern Del, Juniper Ridge And Main Trails Loop
4.02.6 mi / 357 ft gainBosque, 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.Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Hike Main Loop And Juniper Trail
4.02.7 mi / 308 ft gainMain 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...Read more -
El Paso, Texas
Hike the Lower and Upper Foothills Trails
8 mi / 500 ft gainHike both trails and enjoy some very good views of the Franklin Mountains and the abundance of wildflowers particularly at the end of the summer. In the fall, enjoy the many beautiful grasses. The trails are not too steep but long and are a pleasure to hike in sections. Bikers would not have any...Read more -
El Paso, Texas
Hike the Vertigo Ridge Trail
1.1 mi / 265 ft gainStart your hike from the Stanton Street parking area. The trail starts a little steep at first but then levels out. There are several connections to other trails. There is a good view of a small canyon and also a cave. The cave is not accessible since it is on the side of a canyon. In the spring...Read more -
Seagoville, Texas
Post Oak Trail
3.01.46 mi / 108 ft gainPost Oak Trail is an approximately 1.5 mile loop hike that is both family and dog friendly located near Seagoville, TX.Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Hike the Main Loop to Vista Loop to Fern Del Trail
2.6 mi / 308 ft gainThe Main Loop to Vista Loop to Fern Del Trail is a 2.4 mile loop trail located in Northwest San Antonio within Friedrich Park. Portions of the trail are paved, however this particular loop is not recommended for those that have mobility limitations because of the more strenuous inclines. This tr...Read more -
Tyler, Texas
Tyler State Park C And D Loop Trail
3.43 mi / 377 ft gainTyler State Park C and D Loop Trail is a 3.3 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Tyler, TX.Read more -
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Blue Creek Trail
11.52 mi / 2 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 -
San Antonio, Texas
Yucca And Hillview Nature Trail Loop South
3.41 mi / 230 ft gainYucca 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...Read more