Chisos Mountain Loop
An incredible loop hike to Big Bend's dramatic South Rim.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 892 m
- Descent
- 892 m
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Hiking Routes in Texas
South Rim Trail Lollipop
Gain stunning views off of Big Bend's elevated South Rim.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 23 km
- Ascent
- 933 m
- Descent
- 933 m
Lost Maples: East Trail Loop
One of Texas's best hikes for fall colors!
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.4 km
- Ascent
- 217 m
- Descent
- 217 m
North Franklin Mountain
A 13.1-mile out-and-back to North Franklin Mountain, the highest peak in El Paso.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 929 m
- Descent
- 929 m
Shoal Creek Greenbelt
Traverse along a small creek and pass through serene parks, with skyscrapers towering overhead.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 111 m
- Descent
- 111 m
Lady Bird Lake Loop
A fantastic loop around a beautiful lake in the heart of Austin
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 175 m
- Descent
- 175 m
Onion Creek Trail
The Onion Creek Trail is a paved 3-mile loop through McKinney Falls State Park that provides a scenic jaunt through this beautiful forest found inside Austin's city limits.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 4.6 km
- Ascent
- 59 m
- Descent
- 59 m
Upper and Lower McKinney Falls
Enjoy a pair of gorgeous waterfalls dropping off of limestone ledges into serene pools below.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 1.8 km
- Ascent
- 50 m
- Descent
- 50 m
McKinney Falls State Park Loop
Hike through the depths of McKinney Falls State Park on beautiful singletrack trails.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 104 m
- Descent
- 104 m
Seminole Canyon State Park Loop
Hike along a scenic rock rim and then reach the US/Mexico border!
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 121 m
- Descent
- 121 m
Seminole Canyon State Park: Presa Overlook Out-and-Back
A rewarding out-and-back hike to an overlook of a canyon confluence.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5.7 km
- Ascent
- 67 m
- Descent
- 67 m
Tyler State Park: Lakeshore Trail
An idyllic hike along the shores of a lake.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 3.3 km
- Ascent
- 23 m
- Descent
- 23 m
Closed Canyon
Hike down a short but stunning slot canyon in Big Bend Ranch State Park.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 47 m
- Descent
- 47 m
Window Trail
The most popular trail in the Chisos Basin.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 7.4 km
- Ascent
- 222 m
- Descent
- 222 m
Trinity Trail: Highland Park to Sycamore Loop
A long day hike on the 25+ mile Trinity Trail that visits the largest known sycamore tree in Texas.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 84 m
- Descent
- 84 m
Rowlett Nature Trail
A relaxing nature trail through forested wetlands, with partial views of Lake Ray Hubbard at its furthest point.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 4.3 km
- Ascent
- 19 m
- Descent
- 19 m