Near Main Loop Trail
Main Loop
Near Main Loop Trail
Main Loop
Near Main Loop Trail
Enjoy pleasant views from atop the hills in Friedrich Wilderness Park.
Near Main Loop Trail
Painted Bunting (Passerina ciris), Friedrich Wilderness State Park, San Antonio, Texas.
Near Main Loop Trail
Main Loop Trail, Friedrich Wilderness State Park, San Antonio, Texas

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Main Loop Trail

4.2 (6 Ratings)
This trail offers a pleasant piece of Texas hill country in Emilie and Albert Friedrich Wilderness Park.
1.7
mi
Distance
213
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekSpringViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
This trail system is closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.66mi
Distance
213ft
Elevation Gain
213ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,417ft
High Point
1,212ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The Main Loop Trail is about 1.7 miles of diverse habitat and typical Texas hill country rock-and-root tread. It climbs 350 feet in elevation to the tops of the hills. Many of the other trails in the park can be accessed directly from the Main Loop Trail, so you have plenty of opportunities to extend your hike. Lower portions of the trail are relatively level and rated Level Three Access. The ascents are steep and rated Level Four Access.

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Contributors
Richard White