Johnson City, Texas
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Top Mountain Biking Spots in and near Johnson City
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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 -
Austin, Texas
Twin Falls and Sculpture Falls via Barton Creek Greenbelt Trail
3.03.23 mi / 141 ft gainThis hike is about 3.2 miles in total and is an out-and-back trail found within the Barton Creek Greenbelt stretch. The trail follows along the Barton Creek and is popularly known for the two major waterfalls it entails: Twin Falls and Sculpture Falls, which are very popular swimming destinations...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Hike the Violet Crown Trail: 360 to 290 Trailhead
1.8 mi / 239 ft gainThe Violet Crown Trail: 360 Trailhead to 290 trail is a 1.8 mile point-to-point hike that stretches from Loop 360 to Highway 290. Only a portion of the trail follows alongside Barton Creek before heading south towards HWY 290 while the creek veers off to the west. Dogs are more than welcome as lo...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Hike Barton Greenbelt Trail Via Barton Creek Plaza
6.6 mi / 380 ft gainThe Barton Greenbelt Trail via Barton Creek Plaza is a 6.6 mile out-and-back hike located within the Barton Creek Greenbelt. This trail follows along the creek and features a couple prominent waterfalls that also serve as popular swimming holes in the summer months. Depending on the rainfall for ...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Hike Mary Moore Searight Park Trail
2.1 mi / 65 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 -
San Marcos, Texas
Hike the Ringtail Ridge Trail
4.01.93 mi / 91 ft gainThis trail is shared by hikers, trail runners, mountain bikers, and dog walkers. The trail is open for use year round, featuring beautiful wildflowers in the spring. The trail can be slightly hard to spot - a good place to park is next to a church off Old Hwy 80, and a spur trail will take you t...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 Marcos, Texas
Hike Purgatory Creek Overlook Via Dante's Trail
2.8 mi / 209 ft gainThe Purgatory Creek Overlook via Dante's Trail is a 2.8 mile out-and-back 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 ...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Bull Creek South to North
3.67 mi / 335 ft gainThe Bull Creek Trail is an Out-and-Back trail along Bull Creek; it's a pretty beginner to intermediate hike. The trail follows along Bull Creek which runs between the hills of the Austin Hill Country. There are several waterfalls which can be found along the creek. The trail has multiple access p...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Hike the Lower Bull Creek Greenbelt Trail
5.02.86 mi / 78 ft gainPark in the lot off of Lakewood Drive (see map) to access the trail. This trail is good for all skill levels and is dog-friendly.Read more -
Austin, Texas
St. Edwards Green and Red Loop
2.8 mi / 328 ft gainSt. 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...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Hike the Mayfield Park Lake Trail
3.01 mi / 0 ft gainMayfield Nature Preserve is a 21-acre park located just west of downtown Austin, Texas. This nature preserve is unique from all other parks in Austin in that it that features free-roaming peacocks. It's a beautiful park full of beautiful nature and the trail leads down near the lake. The trail is...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Hike Valburn South Loop
1.02.3 mi / 334 ft gainThe Valburn South Loop is a 2.3 mile loop trail within the Bull Creek Greenbelt in Northwest Austin, Texas. The trail is known for its grand views of the surrounding Hill Country. The trail is shaded for the most part and is pretty rocky, good shoes are highly recommended. The trail is made up of...Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Hike Limbo Loop
1 mi / 55 ft gainThe 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-...Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Hike Limbo, Dante, and Ripheus Loop
2 mi / 98 ft gainThe Limbo, Dante, and Ripheus Loop is a 2-mile loop hike in San Marcos, Texas found within the Purgatory Creek Green space. The trail is a filled with nature and is perfect for escaping the business of town. The trail is beautiful during the spring, with an abundance of wildflowers. It is mostly ...Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Hike Limbo, Dante, Old West, Beatrice, And Ovid East Loop
5.03 mi / 131 ft gainThe Limbo, Dante, Old West, Beatrice, and Ovid East Loop is a 2.98 mile loop trail that begins in Prospect Park and makes a loop around through the Purgatory Greenspace in San Marcos, Texas. The trail is mostly shaded and a little rocky at certain sections. However, this is a great hiking trail ...Read more