The Trailist: The Mission Reach, A First San Antonio Trail For Many
The Mission Reach is a place to get outdoors and see some of the landmarks of the history of San Antonio. Not all of it’s pretty, but it’s all interesting.
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The Trailist: Government Canyon Has History Along 40 Miles of Trails
For those who want to get lost all day in a sea of green, Government Canyon State Natural Area allows the deepest plunge into wilderness of any park within a short drive of San Antonio.
The Trailist: Friedrich Wilderness Park Is Beautiful – and Increasingly Crowded
The rugged terrain makes Friedrich Wilderness Park San Antonio’s best park for hikers, despite growing crowds and encroaching development.
The Trailist: Salado Creek Greenway Has 16.5 Miles on the North Side
San Antonio’s landscape offers some remarkable diversity. Ride long enough along the Salado Creek Greenway, and you’ll see a little bit of everything.
The Trailist: Comanche Lookout Park is a Rare Vantage Point
It might not be the biggest park, but the wide-angle views put San Antonio’s Comanche Lookout Park in a higher league.
The Trailist: McAllister Park Offers Fast, Fun Off-Road Bike Trails
After four years of riding off-road in San Antonio, McAllister Park feels like an old friend, and it’s always gratifying seeing friends change for the better.
The Trailist: Guadalupe River at Bergheim is a Quick, Scenic Float
In San Antonio, we’re lucky to have the Guadalupe River in our backyard. Whether you’ve got the whole day to spend on the river or only a few hours, you have options. The 3.7 miles of the Guadalupe between the Bergheim crossing at the FM 3351 bridge and Edge Falls Road follows one large loop […]
The Trailist: Madrone Trail Offers Secluded, Direct Access to Canyon Lake
The trail is named after the madrone tree, which is famous for its pinkish-red bark that is visible at certain times of the year.
The Trailist: Crescent Bend Nature Park Was Once A Flooded Neighborhood
Crescent Bend Nature Park is made up of 190 acres just south of a particularly twisty section of Cibolo Creek, which forms the border of Bexar and Guadalupe counties.
The Trailist: Guadalupe River at Spring Branch Is Perfect for Entry-Level Paddlers
The Upper Guadalupe is a great beginner paddling excursion for new kayakers, canoeists, and paddleboarders, and relatively uncrowded.
The Trailist: Olmos Basin Park Has A Hidden Network of Dirt Trails
Roughly 5 miles of dirt paths wind through Olmos Basin Park, only a short distance north of downtown. Mountain bikers especially should give these a try.
The Trailist: Land Heritage Institute Has 20 Miles of Trails on the South Side
The trails are a main attraction, but the preserve also includes remnants of South Texas farming and ranching heritage.
The Trailist: Colorado Bend State Park Has Adventure For Everyone
At more than 5,300 acres, Colorado Bend State Park is one of the largest in the Hill Country and offers hiking, biking, camping, kayaking, fishing, and caving.
