Far Reaches Trail
Government Canyon State Natural Area, Bexar County, TX
Out-and-back trail in Government Canyon State Natural Area, Bexar County, TX. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 5.7 mi (9.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 469 ft (143 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 5 min
- High point
- 1,358 ft (414 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Chula Vista 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Far Reaches Trail
How long is Far Reaches Trail?
Far Reaches Trail is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 5 min. It climbs 469 ft (143 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,358 ft (414 m).
How hard is Far Reaches Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Far Reaches Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Far Reaches Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Far Reaches Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (90% under trees).
What can you do on Far Reaches Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes.
Is this a good week for Far Reaches Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Far Reaches Trail
- Recharge Trail Government Canyon State Natural Area · Easy · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Sendero Balcones Government Canyon State Natural Area · Hard · 8.7 mi (14 km)
- Bluff Spurs Trail Government Canyon State Natural Area · Easy · 2.5 mi (4 km)
- Savannah Loop Government Canyon State Natural Area · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Lytle's Loop Government Canyon State Natural Area · Easy · 4.4 mi (7.1 km)
- Joe Johnston Route Government Canyon State Natural Area · Moderate · 7.9 mi (12.8 km)
- Wildcat Canyon Trail Government Canyon State Natural Area · Easy · 3.2 mi (5.2 km)
- Twin Oaks Trail Government Canyon State Natural Area · Moderate · 5 mi (8.1 km)
More hikes in Government Canyon State Natural Area
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap