Hiking

Features

Enchanted Rock - Loop Trail While most visitors head to the summit, fewer enjoy the trail that circumnavigates Enchanted Rock.

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

Colorado Bend State Park - Spice Wood Springs Trail This trail ascends with Spicewood Creek from the Colorado River to the top of the main ridge in the park.

River Place Nature Trail This 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.

Coppertone sits by a small stream meandering through the boulders. Enchanted Rock

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