About Mid Canyon Trail
Mid Canyon Trail is a easy hiking trail near Junction in Kimble County, Texas.. The surface is dirt. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
Satellite imagery via Esri World Imagery
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Mid Canyon Trail
Junction, Texas · Kimble County
Mid Canyon Trail is a easy hiking trail near Junction in Kimble County, Texas.. The surface is dirt. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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30.42475, -99.79834
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Weather at Mid Canyon Trail
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Overcast
77°/69°
💧 10%🌬 15mph
↑ 7:33 AM ↓ 7:23 PM
Sat
Heavy Rain
71°/66°
💧 32%🌬 12mph
↑ 7:33 AM ↓ 7:21 PM
Sun
Light Drizzle
77°/65°
💧 15%🌬 13mph
↑ 7:34 AM ↓ 7:20 PM
Mon
Light Drizzle
76°/68°
💧 3%🌬 12mph
↑ 7:35 AM ↓ 7:19 PM
Tue
Overcast
83°/65°
🌬 9mph
↑ 7:35 AM ↓ 7:18 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- Moisture-wicking T-shirtLight color, breathable.
- Lightweight shorts or pantsQuick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
- Brimmed sun hatBetter than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
- Trail runnersBreathable mesh uppers.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protectionSunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
- Dry bags for electronicsPhone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in Texas
Trail conditions in Texas change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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