Cherokee Creek

Total Miles 15.2
Technical Rating
1 Easy
Best Time Spring, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Meander through the north end of the Texas Hill Country along Cherokee Creek following unpaved county roads. Starting in the small town of Cherokee, this trail begins by turning onto County Road 409 from Hwy 16. Around the first bend in the road, pavement quickly turns to dirt and stays that way for the duration of the trail. Passing through open grazing land and between herds of sheep, remain cautious for livestock and and wild animals in the road. Sheep, cows, mule deer, and wild hogs are common. This trail features concrete bridges over Cherokee Creek, a field where a house once was, now only consisting of two standalone chimneys, a run down barn and ends at a cemetery near the town of Chappell.

Photos of Cherokee Creek

Difficulty

Road is well maintained and wide enough for passing of two vehicles in most locations.

Technical Rating

1

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Bob F
Apr 18, 2026
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Ran from Chappel to Cherokee, all good road, nice ride with prettier areas closer to Cherokee.
Kevin Milewski
Jun 23, 2024
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Nice stroll through some backroads.
G 2
Apr 13, 2024
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Easy trail, smooth, well maintained gravel roads, pretty countryside, I might have been the only vehicle on the road. You should grab lunch at the Bend General Store afterwards.
Steven G
Aug 06, 2023
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Cherokee Creek Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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