Hiking

Features

Inks Lake State Park A little used trail at this popular park provides an interesting path through granite outcroppings.

Blunn Creek Preserve Deep in the heart of old South Austin, this little green gem includes an enjoyable trail.

Bastrop State Park - Lost Pines Trail This enjoyable trek through the Lost Pines was not to be missed. A recent wildfire may leave this one permanently altered.

River Place Nature Trail This new trail is one of the more challenging and fun hikes in the Austin area. Be ready for a stair master workout and lots of elevation gain.

From the north side of Mount Bonnell, looking north along Lake Austin. Note the Turkey Buzzard flying over the middle of the lake. Mount Bonnell

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Best Hikes Near Austin and San Antonio (Best Hikes Near Series)
Keith Stelter
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Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Near Austin/San Antonio author Kieth Stelter details the best hikes within an hour's drive of the graeter Austin/San Antonio area perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activites close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.