Near Cedar Flats Trail
Evening View on top of Observation Tower
Near Cedar Flats Trail
Observation Tower at high point on trail
Near Cedar Flats Trail
Another view on top of Observation Tower

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Cedar Flats Trail

3.0 (2 Ratings)
This trail heads to an observation tower with views of the surrounding area.
0.9
mi
Distance
158
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.89mi
Distance
158ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
1,281ft
High Point
1,122ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This paved trail is commonly used to get to Observation Tower to see the surrounding San Antonio area. Along the way, the trail intersects with Yucca Trail and Hillview Trail at two separate points. There are no water fill up stations, but there is a bathroom near the top point of the trail. I would caution folks with strollers and wheelchairs due to some of the steeper areas on the trail. The observation tower has about 30 steps to climb.

Route Conditions

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