Texas and Pacific Trail
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, Stephens County, TX
Out-and-back trail in Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, Stephens County, TX. Hiking, Road & touring bike, & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 8.8 mi (14.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 246 ft (75 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 55 min
- High point
- 1,204 ft (367 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Bristol Backcountry 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Texas and Pacific Trail
How long is Texas and Pacific Trail?
Texas and Pacific Trail is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 55 min. It climbs 246 ft (75 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,204 ft (367 m).
How hard is Texas and Pacific Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Texas and Pacific Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Texas and Pacific Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 3.8 mi (6.1 km).
Is Texas and Pacific Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (39% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Texas and Pacific Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Texas and Pacific Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Road & touring bike, Horseback riding. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: paved.
Is this a good week for Texas and Pacific 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 Texas and Pacific Trail
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- Connecting Trail Palo Pinto Mountains State Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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- Tucker Lake Trail Palo Pinto Mountains State Park · Easy · 7.8 mi (12.6 km)
- Buttonbush Trail Palo Pinto Mountains State Park · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Palo Pinto Creek Loop Palo Pinto Mountains State Park · Easy · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
- CCC Camp Trail Possum Kingdom State Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
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