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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Austin, Texas
Bull Creek Trail
4.04.04 mi / 531 ft gainThe Bull Creek trail is a dog-friendly loop trail found in the Bull Creek Greenbelt area of northwest Austin, Texas. This trail, which may be confused with the South-to-North Bull Creek Trail, actually does not follow the creek and instead winds around the hills of the Austin Hill Country. The t...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Hike the Little Fern Trail
0.5 mi / 140 ft gainThe Little Fern Trail is a 1.9 mile out-and-back hike that is a part of the River Place Nature Trail. It is perfect for hiking, walking, running, and biking. The trail is open for use year-round and is easy to follow, with lots of small, side waterfalls and lush greenery scattered along. The tree...Read more -
Gonzales, Texas
Hike the Ottine Swamp Trail
4.01.2 mi / 13 ft gainThe trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.Wide gravel partly shaded trail that is well maintained. $3 / person over 12 (or free with a Texas State Park Pass) to enter the park.Read more -
El Paso, Texas
Aztec Cave Trail
0.66 mi / 164 ft gainStart your hike from the parking lot and cross an arroyo to start your ascent to the cave. The trail climbs steadily but not difficult to hike. There are benches along the way if you need to rest your legs. The caves are small but interesting and from the caves you have very good views of the sta...Read more -
1300 East Williams Road, Texas
Hike the Salt Basin Dunes Trail
4.03 mi / 200 ft gainAfter the drive from Dell City park at the parking lot at the end of Williams rd. Start walking the trail towards the dunes. It is a 3 mile round trip. You can hike around the dunes and enjoy the views of the Guadalupe Mountains and the surrounding dunes . Best time to visit is during the cooler ...Read more -
Culberson County, Texas
Hunter Peak Loop
8.13 mi / 2943 ft gainFrom Pine Springs Trailhead follow Tejas Trail (3.7 miles), then take the Bowl Trail counter-clockwise (.9) until the Hunter Mountain spur trail (.1 each way). Then it's back on the Bowl Trail until you reach the start of the Bear Canyon Trail (.5). Descend along switchbacks (1.8 miles) and take ...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Three Falls Hike
7.35 mi / 600 ft gainThe Three Falls Hike is a 7.35 mile out and back hike located in the Barton Creek Greenbelt in Austin, Texas. The hike is heavily trafficked. The trail takes you past three waterfalls, which during the summer time serve as extremely popular swimming holes. Please note that the flow of the waterf...Read more -
Leander, Texas
Vista Knoll Loop
2.00.97 mi / 233 ft gainThe Vista Knoll Loop is a .9 mile hike, accessible year round. Dogs are not allowed on this trail. The trail offers great views of Lake Travis, with good wildlife viewing opportunities.Read more -
Fort Davis, Texas
Davis Mountains Scenic Loop
5.075.55 mi / 4039 ft gainDrove from the intersection of I-10 and Texas 118 to Fort Davis . Stopped at the Davis mountains State Park. Visited the Fort Davis National Historic site, the Chihuahua Desert Nature Center and had a good dinner in Fort Davis. Continued on Texas 166 to Kent passing by some very impressive mounta...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Government Canyon Loop
12.73 mi / 1240 ft gainThe Government Loop is a ~12.75 mile trail that is great for intermediate-advanced hikers who want a longer loop. The trail winds through a beautiful forest and is shared with mountain bikers and trail runners. The trail is open year-round and allows dogs.Read more -
Mexia, Texas
Navasota River Trail
5.03.37 mi / 197 ft gainNavasota River Trail is an approximately 3.4 mile out and back trail following along the Navasota with several viewpoints located near Mexia, TX. This is a great trail for hiking, running, or simply stretching your legs. Dogs are welcome on the trail on-leash.Read more -
Austin, Texas
St. Edwards Park Greenbelt Loop
0.75 mi / 43 ft gainParked in parking lot and walked yellow trail until it met up with the river then followed the river to the blue, purple, green trails back to parking lot. With many stops for photographs this little loop took less than an hour. North red is a little trail is longer. Where the yellow/orange/red ...Read more -
Houston, Texas
Hike Cullen Park Hike And Bike Trail
7.9 mi / 49 ft gainThe path is nicely paved along a mostly green, wooded area, making it a great spot for walkers, runners, and bikers. You’ll be provided with decent shade from the overhanging trees that offer relief from the hot Houston sun. You will also have the opportunity to admire small creeks, wildflowers, ...Read more -
New Waverly, Texas
Coloneh Trail
4.01.12 mi / 223 ft gainColoneh Trail is a relatively short out-and-back trail in Huntsville State Park located near Huntsville, TX. The trail runs adjacent to Raven Lake with nearby campgrounds on several inlets of the lake. Along the trail, there is a fair amount of shade, but keep an eye out for roots and watch your ...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Take a Stroll on the Dick Nichols Park Trail
1.09 mi / 16 ft gainThe Dick Nichols Park Trail is a 1 mile loop neighborhood park trail located in Southwest Austin. The trail is completely flat and is entirely paved. It circles the park and is equally shaded and exposed. It's very kid-friendly and perfect for walking the dog, biking, trail running, hiking, and e...Read more -
El Paso, Texas
Hike the El Paso Tin Mine Trail
6.6 mi / 1023 ft gainStarted our hike from Chuck Heinrich park and entered the State Park. Hike along the Old Tin Mine Road to the junction of Scenic Road trail. There are many species of cacti and desert plants along the trail. Hiked up the side of the mountain to the site of the old tin mines. The climb is somewh...Read more