The Best Hiking in Vanderpool

The Lost Maples Extra Loop Trail is 7.1 loop hike that loops around the majority of the park. It is highly trafficked and offers stunning views of the Texas Hill Country landscape. Please be advised that there are several challenging inclines and steep portions of the trail, so hiking shoes and p...

Start the route by walking back to picnic ground entrance, crossing Can Creek where it flows into the Sabinal River, then going up Can Creek to the dam and "The Pond", reverse direction at The Pond and backtrack to the picnic ground startpoint. Then continue on to the East Trail trailhead and fol...

Lost Maples State Natural Area is the go to place if you want to escape to New England-like Fall scenery in Texas, which is hard to believe for some. Tucked away deep in Hill Country near Vanderpool, TX, Lost Maples has a unique supply of Maple trees thanks to the deepness of the canyons found in...

The Lost Maples East and West Canyon trail is an 11.30 mile out-and-back hike located in Lost Maples State Park, right outside of Vanderpool, Texas. The trail provides scenic overlooks, beautiful maple trees, and an abundance of nature. The trail, along with the park, is most known for its beauti...

The Lost Maples West Trail Loop is a 7 mile loop hike that loops around the west portion of Lost Maples State Park. This trail is mostly shaded and offers gorgeous views and scenic overlooks. There are areas for swimming, if desired. Please be advised that there are steep areas and challenging in...

Start at the day use overflow parking lot, there is a picnic area and a paved road will lead you to the trailhead for the  East and West Trail Loops. Continue along, following the signs to the West Trail Loop. You'll come across little river crossings, but much of the trail is rocky with a nice g...

If you're looking for a beautiful secluded cabin to camp in the Texas Hill Country make sure to check out Four Sisters Ranch Cabin. Located near Vanderpool and Utopia, this cabin is the perfect place for a weekend getaway. The landowners are gracious hosts that bake banana nut bread for you and d...

Crystal Cave via Foshee and Old Horse Trail is a loop trail that takes you past a cave located near Rio Frio, TX.

Crystal Cave via Horseshoe Canyon and Bridges Trail Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Concan, TX.

Wild Horse Creek and Old Entrance Road Loop is a 1.8 mile loop hike that takes you past great forest setting located near Concan, TX.

Old Entrance Road, Old Horse and Foshee Trail Loop is a 2.4 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Concan, TX.

Foshee Trail, Highway, and Old Entrance Road Trails Loop is a 4.8 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Concan, TX.

Highway and Mountain Bike Trail Loop is a 5.8 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Concan, TX.

Frio Canyon Trail is a 3.3 mile loop hike that takes you past great forest setting located near Concan, TX.

Mountain Bike, Foshee and Highway Trail Loop is a 7.1 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Concan, TX.

Park off of  State Park Road 29 (see map) to access the trailhead. Trail is accessible from March until October and allows dogs on leash.