Austin County, Texas
25 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 2 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Austin County, Texas
Austin County is home to 25 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 2 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Austin County
Up to 25 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Austin County
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Sample Trails in Austin County
Curated Guides for Austin County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Austin County, Texas?
Yes — we have 25 mapped hiking and walking trails in Austin County, Texas, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Austin County, Texas for families?
Barred Owl Trail near San Felipe is one of the best family picks in Austin County, Texas — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Austin County, Texas?
Each of the 25 trails in Austin County, Texas has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Austin County, Texas?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Austin County, Texas yet.
Can I go camping in Austin County, Texas?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Austin County, Texas right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Austin County, Texas?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Texas for more options beyond Austin County, Texas.
Hiking guides for Texas
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Austin County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Texas, Ranked
Texas's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichTexas's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Texas trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Texas
Ten gentle, well-marked Texas trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Texas
Texas's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Texas
Federal parks and recreation areas in Texas ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Texas: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Texas's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.