Fredericksburg Hiking

Time to hit the trails around Fredericksburg and explore the beauty of the Texas Hill Country!

In addition to the popular Summit Trail, there are various hiking trails at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area including more than 8 miles of scenic trails. The trails bring opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors on foot or on horseback and spot Texas Hill Country wildlife like whitetail deer and various birds.

For a quick hike near downtown Fredericksburg, try the trail at Cross Mountain Park which offer views of downtown Fredericksburg and the Texas Hill Country.

Or enjoy 10 acres of natural landscape from the one-mile walking trail along Live Oak Creek at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, or a 500-foot long handicap accessible trail that connects with a peaceful bird feeding area and butterfly habitat which continues along the Vista Loop Trail.

Enjoy the trails with your family and friends.

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Enchanted Rock

Visitors have been coming to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area for centuries and it remains one of the most popular things to do in Fredericksburg.
Wildflowers

Wildflowers flourish across the Texas Hill Country. The bluebonnets, Indian paintbrushes, red poppies, purple tansy, ox-eyed daises, winecups and firewheels bloom throughout the spring, and their blankets of colors can be seen…
Cycling

The back roads of Gillespie County provide miles of scenic views for road bicycle riding.
Parks & Nature

Fredericksburg and the Texas Hill Country are home to a number of parks.
Birding

Approximately 300 species of birds occur in the Texas Hill Country, where birding is great all year.
Stargazing

As the song goes, "the stars at night are big and bright" deep in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

Fredericksburg Hiking

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