Near Bald Cypress Trail
End of the trail!
Near Bald Cypress Trail
Great spot to dip your toes in the water or go for a "cool off" in the summer... south end of Bald Cypress Trail
Near Bald Cypress Trail
Along the banks at Guadalupe River State Park.
Near Bald Cypress Trail
Nice view of the Guadalupe River from the south end of the Bald Cypress Trail.
Near Bald Cypress Trail
Singletrack path just off the Bald Cypress trail... nice photo op spot.

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Bald Cypress Trail

3.7 (3 Ratings)
The Guadalupe River at its best! Sculpted rock pools, shading cypress trees, and plenty of easy photo-op spots!
0.6
mi
Distance
38
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWaterfall
Access Issues
There is a park entrance fee. Be careful at high water times/seasons.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.61mi
Distance
38ft
Elevation Gain
28ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,064ft
High Point
1,016ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is a super-accessible trail that takes you right along some of the most scenic parts of the entire Guadalupe River. The sculpted rocks and natural sitting/swimming pools are accessible in low water times...shaded by the beautiful cypress trees that line the trail. If you are in the area, it's very much worth the park entrance fee (5 or 10 dollars). If you want a more natural trail experience, you can hike the singletrack right along the river's edge, which runs parallel to the paved trail.

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Contributors
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