San Antonio, Texas
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Top Hiking Spots in and near San Antonio
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Boerne, Texas
Hike the Prairie, Creekside, and Woodlands Trails
1.5 mi / 29 ft gainThe trail is used for hiking, trail running, horseback riding, and wild life viewing. The trail is usable year-round and is good for all skill levels. Dogs are allowed on the trail with a leash. The trails are well maintained.Read more -
New Braunfels, Texas
Hike the Panther Canyon Nature Trail
1.7 mi / 131 ft gainThis trail is perfect for the whole family (including dogs)! The trail is shared by walkers and runners. The Panther Canyon Nature Trail is open for use year round, and is a great location for birding. The trail is a bit rocky in spots - so shoes with ankle support are recommended.Read more -
Bandera, Texas
Hike the Medina Loop
5 mi / 1800 ft gainThe Photos as seen above are from the Medina Loop hike. I'll preface by saying that this isn't the hike I went to the park for, yet I'm incredibly satisfied with the experience. The Medina loop had everything you'd want in a hike. Mixed terrains, wildlife to watch, and glimpses of expansive v...Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Hike Lower Purgatory Creek Greenspace To Dante's Trail Loop
3.5 mi / 173 ft gainThe Lower Purgatory Creek Greenspace to Dante's Trail Loop is a 3.5 mile loop hike located in San Marcos, Texas. The trail is great for hiking, biking and general exercise. It's shaded for the most part. The trail is very rocky and uneven at certain points, but flat and smooth at others. It's a f...Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Purgatory Creek Natural Area Loop
4.07.77 mi / 568 ft gainPark in the dirt lot off of Hunter Road (see map) to access the trail. Trail is open year round and is dog-friendly.Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Dante's, Lower Purgatory Creek and Blue Trail Loop
2.74 mi / 249 ft gainDante's, Lower Purgatory Creek and Blue Trail Loop is a 2.7 mile loop hike located in San Marcos, Texas. Located outside of downtown, it serves as a great nature trail for hiking, biking, and general exercise. It's primarily shaded and is a very moderate trail. It is not heavily trafficked, espec...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 -
Bandera, Texas
West Peak Loop
4.03.35 mi / 387 ft gainWest Peak is situated in the beautiful Hill Country State Natural Area which is located near the popular Lost Maples and Garner state parks. The scenic overlook located on this peak gives an unparalleled view of the Hill Country Valley and definitely worth the hike if you're in the area. Once you...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 -
Wimberley, Texas
Old Baldy Trail
0.17 mi / 92 ft gainOld Baldy Trail is a 0.2 mile out-and-back trail located between FM 2325 and FM 12 in Wimberley, Texas. The trail leads to the summit of a large hill with an overlook of the town and its surrounding area. It's a great location for a picnic or to just hang out and definitely worth the effort. Fa...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 Spring Lake Wetland Walk
5.00.7 mi / 6 ft gainThe Spring Lake Wetland Walk is a 0.7 mile loop hike located in The Meadows Center for Water and Environment. It's a great walk with a self-guided tour purposed for learning about the surrounding nature, wildlife, and invasive species. This area is not particularly great for exercising or anythin...Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Hike the Spring Lake Preserve Loop
4.31 mi / 380 ft gainThe Spring Lake Preserve Trail is a 4.3 mile loop trail located within the The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment in San Marcos, Texas. The hike offers beautiful and scenic lake views. It's perfect for families and those of all ages. There are a wide variety of nature and wildlife spott...Read more