First Day Hike on the Barton Creek Greenbelt

Start off 2025 with some adventure. This hike will be an adventure as we will be scrambling up a short trail that leads to the ridge overlooking the creek.
We will meet at the Gaines access and hike past Twin Falls and Sculpture Falls (pictured). A ways down the trail, past Sculpture Falls, we will take a little known trail up to the ridge (you may have to use your hands, adventurous right??). We will follow the trail to The Hill of Life trail and descend back to the main trail.
The total hike will be around 6 miles. Following the hike we can go to a nearby restaurant for an early dinner.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: Moderate to strenuous
WHAT TO BRING: hiking boots/shoes, water, sunblock
COST: Free to hike $-$$ for dinner
DOG FRIENDLY: Yes if your dog can climb a steep hill
KID FRIENDLY: Yes if your kid can climb a steep hill