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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Walk the San Antonio Botanical Gardens Trail

    4.0
    0.79 mi / 39 ft gain
    This loop is great for families and all skill levels. The gardens are open year round, and feature different seasonal flower assortments. The San Antonio Botanical Gardens has an entrance fee of $10 per adult. The gardens have a small cafe for a quick bite to eat. The gardens feature flowers, pon...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike Mc Allister Park Blue Loop Trail

    4.0
    6.7 mi / 236 ft gain
    McAllister Park Blue Loop Trail is a 6.7 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near San Antonio, TX.
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike the Mud Creek Loop at McAllister Park

    1.5 mi / 181 ft gain
    I love McAllister Park. Sure it can get a little stinky after the torrential Texas rains sweep through, but on a clear, dry day you can always find a new and LOVELY trail.  The Mud Creek Loop (or the Green Loop) is a 1.5 mile dirt trail used by hikers and mountain bikers. The trail itself is rela...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike through Tom Slick Community Park

    5.0
    1.19 mi / 19 ft gain
    The trail runs alongside a river and is primarily used for hiking, walking, and trail running. Dogs are welcome on this trail. There is a pond in the middle of the loop trail, and the park has playgrounds for dogs and for kids.
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike Missions San Jose-San Juan

    5.0
    6.52 mi / 190 ft gain
    The Missions San Jose-San Juan trail is used for hiking and mountain biking, and is accessible year-round. Dogs are allowed on trail but must be kept on leash. Please avoid these trails at night due to the remoteness of certain areas on the trail.
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Yucca And Hillview Nature Trail Loop South

    3.41 mi / 230 ft gain
    Yucca 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...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Yucca And Hillview Nature Trail Loop North

    2.44 mi / 223 ft gain
    The Yucca and Hillview Nature Trail Loop North is a 2.4 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 n...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike Cedar Flats Trail at Eisenhower Park

    4.0
    2 mi / 170 ft gain
    Eisenhower Park is located on the north side of San Antonio, outside of loop 1604. Take the road to Camp Bullis, and you'll see the entrance to the park on your left a few hundred feet before the gate to the military base. The Cedar Flats trail will get you to your destination. It's an easy mile ...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike the Hillview Nature Trail

    2.9 mi / 285 ft gain
    The Hillview Nature Trail is a 2.9 mile loop hike located in Northwest San Antonio within Eisenhower Park. This trail is extremely heavily trafficked. 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 attrac...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Main Loop to Restoration Way Trail

    5.63 mi / 958 ft gain
    Main Loop to Restoration Way Trail is a ~5.6 mile loop hike 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 trail is prim...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike the Main Loop to Vista Loop to Fern Del Trail

    2.6 mi / 308 ft gain
    The 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...
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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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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike the Vista Loop at Friedrich Wilderness Park

    3.7
    3 mi / 85 ft gain
    Just north of 1604, off I10 is Friedrich Wilderness Park. This park, within the city limits of San Antonio, has about 10 miles of hiking trails varying from paved and appropriate for all ages and abilities, to challenging uphills and quick drop offs.This is just for pedestrian, so if you have a b...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike Restoration Way Trail Loop

    5.1 mi / 511 ft gain
    The 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...
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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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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Government Canyon Loop

    12.73 mi / 1240 ft gain
    The 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. 
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