Homestead Shortcut Trail
McKinney Falls State Park, Travis County, TX
Out-and-back trail in McKinney Falls State Park, Travis County, TX. Hiking, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 69 ft (21 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 min
- High point
- 584 ft (178 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Homestead Shortcut Trail
How long is Homestead Shortcut Trail?
Homestead Shortcut Trail is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) long. Most people take about 15 min. It climbs 69 ft (21 m) in total, up to a high point of 584 ft (178 m).
How hard is Homestead Shortcut Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Homestead Shortcut Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Is Homestead Shortcut Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Homestead Shortcut Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes.
Is this a good week for Homestead Shortcut 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.
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- Onion Creek Trail (alt) McKinney Falls State Park · Easy · 2.5 mi (4 km)
- Onion Creek Regional Trail 1 Travis County · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Onion Creek Regional Trail 2 Onion Creek Greenbelt · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Onion Creek North Trail 6 Onion Creek Metropolitan Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
More hikes in McKinney Falls State Park
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