Lost Maples SNA Rock & Pole Hike -11 Miles 1200 Ft. Elevation

Join us to visit the park and trails at Lost Maples State Natural Area. The park is a 2,906-acre area of hills and canyons on the upper Sabinal River in the Edwards Plateau Region of Texas. It is designated a Natural Area, rather than a State Park, which means the primary focus is the maintenance and protection of the property's natural state

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Gathering Place: After entering the park stay to your left on the main park road. Go past the campsite entrance on your right and then at the next road fork make a left and park at the East/West Trailhead parking lot. See the hike map above to get an idea of the location. We should be visible at the lot.

The Hike: We will be doing the main outer loop of the park in a counter clockwise route and this will include the rugged West Loop trail, the Scenic Overlook trail and of course the bluff into the Sabinal Canyon.

The hike is difficult for flatland hikers. For those that have not been doing our weekly hikes this may be a challenge. So if you want to do this hike without too much soreness start doing the weekly hikes.

Hike Map: Click here

Lost Maples State Natural Area Info Website:Click here

Optional After Hike Event : O.S.T. Restaurant
311 Main St, Bandera, TX 7800 830-796-3836
https://www.ostbandera.com/

Each person assumes responsibility for their own safety. Therefore, you should be in good health and physically fit, know your own limitations. Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult/guardian.

POLICIES AND WHAT NOT: Organizers: We (organizers) are volunteering our time sharing this event with you, please be respectful to the group. We are like minded people coming together to share our outdoor adventures with others. In no way do we offer a guided event or take any liability for your well being. Each event is well defined and describes the physical requirements, it's up to you to determine if you are capable of the event . In case of emergencies the appropriate emergency response teams will be notified. You are responsible for all your own camping gear. You must understand this before signing up.

CAMPING LIST FOR BEGINNERS: https://www.hatsandmore.org/camping/packing-suggestions