Still a nice paved trail for walking but as the pictures show, nothing will bring it back to the…read moreway it was since we seem to be having more of these big floods. Now that most of the trail is reopened, you can see exactly how the flood took out all the vegetation on both sides of the river, including most of the trees except the cypress. All the bent over cypress were actuall flattened and are gradually straightening up but it's questionable if they will ever be erect, They have planted a number of trees and plants long the trail and you can still see a lot of deer along it in the morning and evening.

Amazing parks along the river. And the deer. They're everywhere (and not scared). Nice paved…read moresidewalks with a few trails off that loop around. Sharing with bikers so be aware. Nice and peaceful place.

The Hill Country SNA provides for a scenic and tranquil experience of the area; it is often viewed…read moreas the boundary between the American South and Southwest regions. The Brazos River is the unofficial divider of East and West Texas, but the Hill Country serves as the physical boundary of two regions and not simply the state. Its defining characteristic is the karst topography that permeates the landscape. I recommend purchasing the Texas State Parks annual pass which allows for access to all Texas SNA for one year and supports the natural areas in the State of Texas. I really appreciated the staff at Hill Country SNA; I found numerous examples of the trail being maintained to prevent erosion and overuse using natural barriers like tree limbs. On Saturday, February 28th, 2026, I encountered a bobcat on Cougar Canyon Overlook Trail. Cats are very infrequently encountered in the wild by humans; I have seen many black bears in the Appalachian Mountains, but never a cat. If you desire to see a cat, I would recommend hiking in the morning or evening as they are crepuscular.

We decided to hike here on a gorgeous Sunday before the cold front hit, and so glad we did! Located…read morenear Bandera, the drive was nice through winding hills and views of exotic animals along the way. Upon entrance to the park, you'll notice a change in the road, not paved whatsoever. A bit of a rugged drive, but not outrageous. Parking was plentiful and we walked toward the visitor building. Inside that building was the most helpful and friendly park ranger, Ms. Juarez, happy to help and spend time to answer any questions. She gave us a nice big legible map and gave us suggestions on trails. Being our first time here, we opted for the "challenging " peak trail. It was a beautiful hike- plenty of signage, plants were labeled, and many variations of yuccas landscaped the area. The hike up to the peak was not that bad actually, not sure I'd call it challenging, but more moderate. It was very doable and there were quite a few benches along the way for beautiful views and/or to take a break. Coming down was easy and we took a few other trails back to the parking lot for alternate scenery. Horses and bikes are allowed. Bathrooms are located at the visitor center and at a few of the other parking lots. We had a pass- free entrance for military and for me as a family member $6 Wonderful place to hike! Approx an 1 1/2 drive from SA

I love this hiking trail/walking path along the river in Boerne. Believe it or not it is much…read morecooler temperature wise than most places you go walk at during the summer heat. It is the perfect place for walking, running and also people watching. They have plenty of benches along the river. Also all the restaurants are around this area. You can make a full day out of it! I simply hope that we still get normal rain to keep the water. Last year it was dry for a very long time.

Want a ok place to walk in the shade? This is it in central Texas. Very nice walking path and…read moreinformation

We stopped by on a day trip to Bandera. The park is along the river. From what I see it is clean…read moreeven though the water looked questionable. There was plenty of families having a picnic and swimming in the river. Besides the heat it was a really nice and peaceful walk. If I am a local I would go have a daily walk at this park. Right across the street they even have a children playground If you were like me looking for the river dam. When you park facing the river walk to the left it is towards the end

We had heard about this little waterfall/dam that was easy to get to and made for some nice…read morephotographs, so we came early in the morning to avoid the heat. The water is very blue, but there were signs saying not to swim in it. There were lots of ducks and geese looking for food, so you may want to bring peas or corn for them. I didn't see signs that said not to feed them. There is a playground nearby and a bathroom near the parking area.

We have been searching for a fun, multi-purpose park to spend the day outdoors. Louise Hays Park…read morehas everything from miles of bike / walking paths and many amenities for all ages. We had a great time walking next to the Guadalupe River which loops around for miles. Shady areas under the canopy of the trees and lots of picnic areas inside the park. Fishing seems very popular at the park, and you can see the trout swimming around. We walked for 8 miles on Easter Sunday, and the walking paths never seemed crowded. We shared the paths with other walkers, joggers ,runners, and bikes on the path too.

This is a wonderful place to bring our dogs for a long walk. Very wide, paved paths. Some trees to…read moreprovide shade. A river runs through it (well, it's a stream anyway), and there are dozens of deer just yards away. A great way to get outdoors and enjoy nature, while getting exercise with our Labradors. If you're in the area, give this park a visit.

This is very nice and quiet park on the Guadeloupe. It is dedicated to James Kiehl who moved to…read moreComfort at age 12 and grew up there. He then went in the military to serve but unfortunately lost his life. It is very peaceful to be by yourself or bring a friend. Nice place for a picnic too as there are some tables and trash cans. They also have a bathroom (believe it's port a potty though). Enjoy the beautiful country and river.

Nice little park out a way in Comfort. Really won't get to it unless intentionally looking for it…read more Was nice to walk down by the river on a sunny day. Surprising current even with the river fairly low. Pictures will show how high the river can come up but guessing not that high for years. Not much hiking but did have some interesting Swift Chimneys built for bird enthusiasts.

The perfect place for a relaxing day with the family!…read more I've been coming to Paradise Canyon since I was 5 years old, and although I hadn't visited since 2019, I was able to bring my family today. It was just as beautiful as I remembered. This place truly lives up to its name. Paradise Canyon is privately owned, family-oriented, and offers something for everyone. There are shallow areas where kids can safely swim and play, as well as deeper sections for adults who want to swim or practice their strokes. The grounds are well maintained, the restrooms are clean, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. It's the kind of place where you can spend the entire day relaxing and making memories with your family. I would recommend Paradise Canyon again and again. It's a true Texas gem.

Came for the 4th of July in the morning - the young staff were so sweet and kind and helped us out…read morewhen I didn't make the proper reservations. It was crowded but still a great time, we expected that. I had an encounter with one of the older staff, Laura - she was rude, condescending and incredibly impatient with my responses. Zero customer service skills, highly encourage the owners to train her up in how to speak to customers. I understand it was a busy day, but she seemed to be the only one who was in a horrible mood. If you can't control your emotions on the busiest days, then customer service based careers should not be your job. She seemed upset when I said we would only spend a few hours there, she rolled her eyes at me (I have 3 small children). She seemed upset that I had to move my car to a better parking spot even tho SHE asked me to and I happily obliged. She seemed annoyed that someone parked me in and I asked if she could direct me to their table so that I could ask them to let me out and then proceeded to speak to me like I don't know how to drive a vehicle. All around very rude.

Have bought two yearly passes when KV trails are closed. Staff are helpful & accommodating. I went…read morethe first time & my spouse went the second because I did not feel well. I waited in the car. I like this place; my husband uses it more than I do. I hope to do so more, in the near future. Try it, you'll, probably, like it.

Fantastic municipal park!…read more After a second year at this park, I can say that we love this park. This park is adjacent to the "mighty" Guadalupe River, and in particular Kerville's dammed in Guadalupe Lake, where the park's inhabitants can fish, swim, SUP, kayak, and pretty much anything else you can do in a small body of water. Our scouts had a fantastic time, they spent the entire day in the water... and would have spent the night, had we let them. The grounds on the river side are clean, but fully to semi- exposed to the sunlight, which can be brutal in the Texas summers. This side also has cabins, two docks and a recreation space for events. All were being utilized, but everybody was respectful and friendly. We did cross the highway to hike some of the trails on the opposite side of the park. We found various trails of 3-5 miles of length. There were more cabins and camping spots on this side. All was well maintained. The there are four shower/bathrooms at the top of the camp site, a dumpster for collected trash, and marked campsites. There are spigots for drinking water spread amongst the available campsites, but they are not at every one. The Kerrville City Parks facilitators were always patrolling and attentive to our needs. This park is a beautiful city park, and worth considering for your outdoor activities.

I think I finally got my new hiking spot here in San Antonio/Boerne! Such a nice spot to get some…read morefresh air and exercise while being out in the outdoors! Everything is super maintained than most parks I've been before! I usually go with my MIL, my baby girl and our dogs to get them some exercise as well and try to do 1-2 miles each time we are here. Depending on what trails you walk/hike on, theres some with shade and some that you will hit up the blazing sun, but with fall upon it hasn't been horrible! Everyone who hikes here are really respectful with the trails/area which is such a pleasant thing as there's usually not a lot of people who do that now a days. Will of course be returning weekly to get our steps in and vitamin D!

This was actually a great place to come visit with the family on spring break! The weather was…read moreperfect, wasn't overcrowded, plenty of places to sit and enjoy fresh air. Loved they had a dog park and a playground you can take your kids to. There are places you can even go fishing if you want or just sit by the water to relax. Loved how there were plenty of signs around too talking about the animals and plants common there. Good information about the park too and didn't feel I would get lost either (good flat paths you can take). I barely saw any trash flying around either and could tell they keep this park well kept. I absolutely plan to come back here in the future when I have time. Definitely worth the visit!

Loved staying at this place - will definitely return. Staff is amazing. Only suggestion is put some…read moreventilation in the common bathrooms/showers.

My mother and I have rented a cabin long term and it's a perfect place for us to live. The staff…read moreare very accommodating and friendly, the scenery is beautiful, maintenance is great. We plan on staying for a while. My mother says, "it's like being on vacation every day".