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A paved multi-use trail past Upper McKinney Falls.


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2.9

Miles

4.7

KM

Loop

622' 190 m

High

501' 153 m

Low

141' 43 m

Up

142' 43 m

Down

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

10%

Max Grade (6°)

Dogs Leashed

Features River/Creek · Swimming · Views · Waterfall · Wildlife

Family Friendly Kids will enjoy the opportunity to look at the falls and play near the water on this short trail.

The entrance fee is $6 for adults or free for those with a Texas State Parks Pass.

Description

This paved multi-use trail travels north from the parking area near Upper McKinney Falls before heading south through a lovely grove of trees paralleling Onion Creek. Further along, the trail circles around the campground prior to diving back into the woods.

Before returning to the start of the trail near Smith Visitor Center, hikers will pass the remains of an old horse trainer's cabin.

Contacts

Land Manager: Texas State Parks

Shared By:

Eric Ashley

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Trail Rankings

#511

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#23,811

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The falls just off the Onion Creek Trail right next to the visitor center.
Aug 31, 2017 near Austin, TX

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