I loved lost maples, it is a beautiful state park/natural area. I went for the first time in…read moreNovember with my mom hoping to catch some foliage and we definitely did see plenty both on the way and at the park! The trail isn't too hard; I did the east loop going clockwise since the volunteers told me there was probably a little better foliage along this loop than the west loop. I was able to do the whole thing and return to where I started in a little under 2 hours. It was a relatively warm day; I was grateful i bought my personal fan when going up the steep part because I was definitely starting to sweat! After that though it was mostly flat and then back downhill so no issues with getting hot. I got several lovely photos along the way and was certainly reminded how gorgeous and colorful Texas can be! Only note: be sure to make a timed entry reservation if you go during the peak season (fall) because it absolutely sells out! I tried going with a friend last year and we didn't have a res and we were turned away - we ended up going to Garner state park which is also gorgeous and fun, about 30 mins drive away from lost maples. This year we got entry for the 11a-1p entry time, and by the week or so prior to going, everything was sold out for that Saturday we were going. So bear that in mind!

What a wonderful place to find. This is mostly on the Maple…read moreTrail and East trail in mid November, 2025. Came with a group of friends and had a wonderful time here. Definitely recommend.

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!

Nice place to disconnect for a weekend. The grounds are clean and well maintained. There are lots…read moreof hiking options around the camping grounds. The camping sites are clean and spacious. The screened shelters are nice if you want to make a room inside or just to store things. Surprisingly enough, the bathrooms always seem to be clean and well stocked. They are also cold which is nice when it's hot out. The store offers lots of basic essentials in case you forgot anything and the gift shop is stocked with merch. There is currently some construction which can cause some headaches, but it's pretty minimal.

What a fun place to disconnect from the hustle and bussle of work and life and just disconnect for…read morea night. We swam in the water, had a picnic, and had smores by the fire. What a lovely area

Old Baldy Mountain is part of the Garner Park, one of the thing we didn't know is we need to pay a…read morecamping site and get a permit going in even we will not go for camping and we also need to pay the entrance fee. So the camping site fee is 15$ and then 8$ per person for the entrance fee. It's new to us because we are new to the area. So the baldy trail was for sure a steep one, it's a quick trail but steep and a little confusing. We have managed to hike to the peak and see the beautiful view. I advised to give them a call before going and wear close shoes to avoid any injuries. The place was really nice and clean.

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.

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 a 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 our natural areas. I really appreciate the staff at Hill Country SNA! I have 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 ran into a cougar 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 cougar, I would recommend hiking in the morning or evening as cats 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

Excellent customer service! Facility is over the top genuine, amazing experience and lovely stay…read moreaccommodations. Paul and Laura are both successful at knowing what is beautiful and wonderful because their heart is in the entire place. Every piece that you will see of the venue is hand picked, placed and from the heart. Everyone who visits this enchanted place will fall in love. We will be back! Thank you for an unforgettable experience!

It's a shame that they are resorting to scamming people instead of being honest and shifting the…read moredynamic of the park. Just to be clear, THERE IS NO WATER! It's still a gorgeous place to explore, but I wish they would have just been real instead of hiding behind a vague description that states "the water levels may not be accurate to the photos". There is no water to level lol, and the water that remains is definitely not safe to swim in. We had to go to new braunfels to save some of my partners birthday.

A nice enough lakeside park with various amenities, kayaks, inflatables and such. But in the heat…read moreof Summer all of San Antonio descends upon this place, so it's loud, crowded, and crammed with kids. Best to avoid the weekends.

This is the third time I've been here and again I had a great time. This time the park was a mess…read morebecause it was the day after fathers day and people left trash everywhere. Luckily the staff showed up early and in a jiffy the park was clean. The water is nice and there is lots of beach area to chill at. Get there early because it gets full and y won't be able to get in.

Great ride. Definitely going back. The pics don't do it justice . The trails are super fun. You…read morecan send hrs out here getting down like Charlie Brown and peddling your ass off

Awesome ranch in the Texas Hill Country which offers miles and miles of trails to mountain bike…read more All skill levels can find something to do. Plan summer bike trips early because it can get warm, but lots of beautiful view. Enjoy!

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

This park was a photographers dream. At least for me. The park is well kept. There were families…read moreenjoying the amazing weather and views. I saw people fishing so if that's your thing, it seems to be allowed here. I was able to get some amazing shots of the wild life in this area. I especially loved the waterfall at the end of the pond. It's a small pond with free flowing water. I would love to come back to visit again. Across the street there is a restaurant if you get hungry. Watch out for all the duck poop in the grass though. We almost tracked some into our car.