The Best Hiking in Bandera

Hike in the designated area up the road from the Bandera State Nature Area border (see map). Trail is accessible from March to October and is dog-friendly. The trails are well marked and fairly well maintained.  Directions from Bandera, TX:  Travel south on State Highway 173, go across the Medina...

Spring Branch and Wilderness Trail is a 7.4 mile loop hike where you may see local wildlife located near Tarpley, TX.

The trail is moderately strenuous, and is best used from September to June. Dogs are able to use this trail, but must be kept on leash. 

Boyles Bump and 24 Creek Bottom Loop Trail is a 9.1 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Bandera, TX.

Wilderness and Twin Peaks Trails is a 3.7 mile loop hike where you may see local wildlife located near Tarpley, TX.

Praire Loop #2B Trail is a 2.17 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Bandera, TX.

Wilderness and Spring Branch Trail Loop is a 5.59 mile loop hike where you may see local wildlife located near Tarpley, TX.

West 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...

The 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...

8 Hightower and 98 Eagle Loop is a 7.4 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Tarpley, TX.

This is a great hike for wildlife viewing! There have been reports of javelinas at the top of the trail. Remember - don't approach any wildlife. The trail is also open for mountain biking and horseback riding. The Hightower Loop is near Tarpley, Texas. The trail is best used from September until ...

Medina to Garner State Park Scenic Drive is a 45.67 mile point-to-point hike that takes you past scenic views located near Medina, TX.

Kerrville-Schreiner Yellow, Orange, Green, Red, and Teal Loop is a 7 mile loop hike that takes you past great forest setting located near Kerrville, TX.

Kerrville-Schreiner Teal Trail and Road Loop is a 1.9 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near Kerrville, TX.

The trail is good for all skill levels and primarily used for hiking, walking, and mountain biking. Directions from Kerrville, TX: Travel 3 miles southeast of Kerrville on State Highway 16 to State Highway 173 for 3 miles. The park headquarters building is on the left.

Kerrville River Trail is a 7 mile out and back hike that takes you by a river located near Kerrville, TX.