They have just about everything you could want for a casual afternoon: a playground for the kids,…read morebasketball and volleyball courts, and big fields if you want to kick a soccer ball or throw a football around. There are also some nice, shaded walking trails and a butterfly garden, which is a nice touch if you just want to take it easy. One thing to keep in mind is that the bathrooms are just porta-potties, so plan accordingly, especially if you have little ones. But there are plenty of picnic tables and barbecue pits if you want to make a day out of it. Overall, it's a quiet, unpretentious community park that's well-maintained and never feels too crowded.

This is a lovely park. Tons of amenities. Baseball fields, soccer fields, Basketball court,…read morevolleyball net, playscapes, walking path, gathering areas, and bathrooms. There was some litter near the playscape area but otherwise pretty clean. They have a bubbler for both people and dogs, which was really nice. We came for a doggie meet and greet and it was perfect. Handicap parking available. This park was a nice surprise to come visit. I'll be back.

Located at the end of Brush country Road and Somerset Trail you will find a small pocket park…read more There is a short paved pathway that runs into a shallow creek, which then turns into a primitive trail that meanders through the woods. The trail runs behind some homes and apartments, but primarily it is quite wooded. There's also a school playground off to one side. The trail does branch off in the other directions and you can get turned around and lost if you're not careful. It's basically a good place for the local residents to walk their pets or ride a bike. There is no water fountain, nor any bathrooms, but there are a couple of benches.

Just shy of a mile, perfect loop to walk the dogs. Trail is clean and well maintained. The water…read morefountains at the entrance is perfect for both humans and furry companions. This will definitely be my go to spot!

If you're looking for a short hike with classic Hill Country features and almost no one else…read morearound, the Curry Nature Center (or preserve) is a wonderful free-to-the-public option in Canyon Lake. The coliche and timber-lined trail is very well maintained and plenty wide enough. The hilly loop is about .7 miles and whichever turn you take, you'll have some pretty good elevation change and some great terraced steps. The view is pretty mich tree-covered hills dotted with a few houses and cell towers. We didn't notice any creeks or springs, but there is a fountain at the trailhead. Our first visit was for a family walk during the first cool Fall weather in October 2020, and it was the perfect way to get outdoors and get the blood pumping before dinner. We encountered only two other parties along the short hike, each walking their dogs. Now that I'm a part-time Canyon Laker, I know I'll be back often to use this park for trail running workouts. You can make a challenge of running multiple loops, working on uphill and downhill stability and stamina. During summer, I recommend early mornings, as there is no shade at all on the path.

My coworkers recommended this park to me as I looking for somewhere that has trails…read more This park didn't disappoint! Upon driving, I was a bit confused with the lack of parking lot, but luckily there was a shared lot across the street. Absolutely beautiful! I instantly fell in love with this park. I've never been to a place that is dedicated to first responders. I'm happy to know that someone engineered this because those professions are often overlooked and are less paid. The bridge with constant flow of water reminded me of a park in Friendswood, TX (Heritage Park). It's so tranquil and relaxing walking around seeing all the plants in healthy conditions. The trails are easy to maneuver and are smooth. There are some parts that are interactive for children and adults to explore which is cool. Even have plenty of seating throughout the park to sit and enjoy the landscape. I even sparked a conversation with an engineer who was admiring the engineering/construction of the railings. I think this has been added to my second favorite parks and when I'm in the area, I'll frequent it more!

Heroes Memorial Park is such a beautiful and thoughtful addition to Kyle. It perfectly balances…read morewide-open green spaces for the community with quiet, respectful areas to reflect. The granite honor wall and water features give the space a really peaceful feel, and the tributes to our veterans and first responders are incredibly moving. The park is spacious and never feels overcrowded, making it a perfect spot for a quiet evening walk or just to sit and take a breath.

This review is targeting active adults who love the outdoors and like to run, hike, or cycle…read more(mountain bike) on trails with a variety of terrain: grassland, limestone rock gardens, oak groves, and lake shoreline. If that doesn't float your boat, or you are looking for a spot to have a family swim & picnic with the kids, knock the stars down to 2 and find another pretty park to explore during your visit to North Canyon Lake. Old Hancock Equestrian Trail is a free, public, day-use-only park on land managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, like all the other land in the flood plain surrounding Canyon Lake. It is designated specifically for horseback riding, so everyone else must yield to those riders. If you get there before 9a on a weekday, chances are, you'll have the whole place to yourself for a 7-mile round-trip (out and back) trip from the trailhead around the north shore of the lake to Canyon Park Road (near Brookshire Brothers and Canyon Beach). The horses are more commonly seen on the weekends but may be there at any time, along with their owners' trucks and trailers in the dirt parking area. Just off the parking area, there are a few spurs that take you through the bushes to the lakeshore. This area is often used by anglers and kayakers to access the lake during good conditions for their sport, but its main purpose is for horses and their riders to take a dip after their ride. Toward the northeast from the parking area is the main trailhead, next to the informational kiosk. Take the path in the grass that heads north/northeast and follows the shore of the lake. About half the time, you'll have a water view; other times, it will be tall grasses, trees, or cow pastures. Depending on the time of day and time of year, you'll see a variety of birds, insects, deer, cattle, and maybe a big spiny lizard, a snapping turtle, or a harmless rat snake if you're lucky. In the spring, wildflowers and butterflies are abundant, but so can be the mud. In summer, it is hotter than Hades but the lake breeze is nice with the blue water and blue skies. In the fall, a few of the trees take on a magnificent red, orange, and yellow color scheme. In winter, everything is dried out and gray. I just love watching the seasons change here. At different points along the trail, you'll find rest benches, trail markers, and spurs down to the water, where you are welcome to go for a swim (at least at the time of this writing in June 2022). It's one of the last places around Canyon Lake where you can do that without paying a fee, but you've got to want it bad enough to hike there & back, and you can only bring what you can carry on your back. The trail (more like a dual-track dirt road) is mostly flat and open with sand, grass, or caliche surfaces, but there are a few challenging sections with short inclines, yards of bumpy rocks, and a couple of wet weather creek crossings. After a rain, there's also the possibility that some local dude from the adjacent neighborhood will have gone "night muddin'" out there in a 4x4 and made the ruts deep in some areas, but this has lately not been such a problem since the Comal County Sherriff has started warning about the potential $5,000 fine for using a motorized vehicle on the trail. A few words of warning: - This park property is between private land (residences, ranches, and businesses) and the lake. Be sure to stay on the trail and don't trespass over fences or beyond posted "private property" areas. - Shade is limited and the sun can be intense at least 10 months of the year, so wear a hat and sunscreen, make sure you're hydrated, go with a buddy, and try to time your trip for hours close to sun up or sundown. It would not be easy for an emergency vehicle to reach you out there if heatstroke happened. - No restrooms, water fountains, or trash bins are available to users of this trail. Pack in and pack out everything. Leave no trace. Litterbugs, shoo, stay away!

The Old Hancock Trail is primarily a trail for horses, but it also makes a good hiking trail. If it…read moreis warm outside, beware because there is lots of sunshine on this trail and little shade. Investing in some SPF 40 might be a good idea. It is mostly a dirt trail that skirts the northern side of the lake and stretches for about 3 1/2 miles to end at Canyon Park. To find the trailhead, just find your way to FM 306 (I took FM 12 out of San Marcos and it was a scenic drive). Once you pass FM 3424 on the north side of the lake, continue for about 1.9 miles on FM 306 until you see a street sign for Hancock Road. This road passes by a small airport and then dead ends at the trailhead where there is tons of free parking. Take a picnic with you and maybe a swimsuit, because there are several places along the trail that would be a good stop for a swim and a bite to eat. I mostly felt like I was hiking on someone's ranch road that happened to be next to a nice lake. I saw several deer and birds along the way, and there were a few people on horseback also. I'm sure this trail would be full of wildflowers and butterflies in the Spring. Anyway, I hope this encourages you to check it out when you have a free day to play in the sun. I'm not sure how Yelp ended up with this in Lubbock, but don't worry, I am working with them to fix this error. Yes, it is on Canyon Lake. Google Maps must hate Canyon Lake for some reason. :-)

Super cute neighborhood park. Really peaceful with nice tree cover everywhere. This park is…read moreage-appropriate for everyone from babies on up. They have a playground structure that has four different slides, a sillybridge, park benches for parents, swings, merry-go-round, and lots of rocks. There is a path that extends past the park for walking or jogging. You can park your car right out front on the street.

I absolutely love San Marcos. There's so much to do! Great locally owned shops and restaurants,…read morebars and pubs. Bars and other venues with live music. Water activities like tubing in the spring-fed San Marcos River. They've even got outlet shopping if that's your thing. It's a college town (Texas State) so you know the vibe is on! Love doing day trips to San Marcos. Something for everyone there.

San Marcos, Texas, is near and dear to our hearts. It is a relatively small and welcoming city with…read morean appealing allure. It is home of Texas State University, where my hubby earned a Masters degree and my niece received a Bachelor degree. The San Marcos River also adds outdoor appeal. Another major highlight is the San Marcos Premium Outlets (including neighboring Tanger Outlets) combined offering 220+ stores, making these outlets one of the largest outlet shopping areas in the United States. If you are an outlet shopper, there is almost nothing you cannot find at these outlet malls. Two major blocks of retailers are spread with a myriad of shops. Examples include Gucci, Prada, Versace, Nike, Adidas and Coach. If you have visitors to Austin and San Antonio, TX, they will certainly ask you to take them to the San Marcos outlet malls.

Gypsy River Resort grabs ahold of your soul Down on the…read moreGuadalupe where the wild ones roll Kids are cannonballing, grownups are fried, A tube floats past with nobody inside. It ain't some fancy resort with robes and room service More like, "Where's my beer?" meets "Is that raccoon nervous?" It ain't polished marble, it ain't hotel gold It's riverbank madness were stories unfold Cabins and campers and tents collide Flip-flops go missing, coolers tip wide Somebody's laughing, somebody fell in Somebody's yelling, "Let's do it again!" So pack up your people, your towels, and your beer Bring river shoes, sunscreen, and abandon your fear It's dusty, it's loud, it's a little unhinged By sunset you're happy, sunburned, and singed For calm and quiet, look somewhere refined But for beautiful chaos, this place is a find!

Had a good time. You are able to hang out and have a good time. Also the employees that work there…read moreare awesome. Only problem was the bathrooms both men and women should have been cleaned daily.