- South Llano River State Park Camping Tubing and Hiking Memoral Day weekendSouth Llano River State Park, Junction, TX$15.00
Join us to explore the LLano river at the South Llano River State Park which is located in the western part of the Texas Hill Country about an hour west of Kerrville Texas, it's managed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and lies in the valley of the Llano River. The park, which consists of 2,600 acres along the south bank of the Llano River, opened to the public in 1990.
THIS IS FOR MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT CAMPING. RSVP HERE ONLY IF INTENDING TO CAMP WITH US. YOU CAN STAY AT A HOTEL OR MOTEL INSTEAD OR TAKE A DAY TRIP, IF YOU LIKE, AND THEN JUST JOIN US FOR HIKES ON SATURDAY & SUNDAY. THE HIKES FOR SATURDAY AND SUNDAY WILL HAVE SEPARATE POST.
Park Website:Click Here
I have booked Three camp sites with water/electric restroom and showers with-in walking distance should be good for 18/ small tent spaces.
COST: To RSVP there is a $15 per/ person deposit to cover the 3/camp site reservations.
To sign up click RSVP then choose the option which says Send a payment to a friend.
## Park Rules: "CHECK IN: All campers are required to check in at the park headquarters before occupying a site. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Public consumption or display of an alcoholic beverage is prohibited. PETS: Pets must be attended and on a six-foot leash at all times. Pets are not allowed in any park buildings, cabins, or shelters. Customer must provide proof of current vaccinations for each pet entering the park. FIREWOOD: Gathering of firewood is prohibited. ENTRANCE FEES: Entrance fees are in addition to Campsite or Day Use Facility fees. EXCESS VEHICLES: An excess vehicle fee will be charged for all vehicles over the limit of 2 per site. HORSES: For Parks that allow horses - All horses entering the park, must have a negative Coggins test less than 12 months old. SITE NUMBERS: Sites are assigned on a first come, first served basis. Site numbers are not assigned in advance of arrival at the park. WILDLIFE: Feeding of wildlife is prohibited."
Hiking Plans: The hiking scheduled below is subject to change depending on weather and closures. Review the posting before heading to the hikes in case of sudden changes.
Friday: arrive at campsite set up camp.
Saturday: Perimeter Trail to River Trail Hike:Click Here
Sunday: Back Country Canyon Trail Hike:Click Here
Forecast : Click Here
Saturday Optional Group Dinner:
Drive from campsite into Junction Texas
Cowboy Grill
2341 N Main St, Junction, TX 76849
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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 - South LLano River State Park Perimeter Trail to River Trail Hike 9.5~10milSouth Llano River State Park, Junction, TX
DETAILS:DETAILS: Join us to explore the Back country trails the South Llano River State Park which is located in the western part of the Texas Hill Country about an hour west of Kerrvill texas, it's managed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and lies in the valley of the Llano River. The park, which consists of 2,600 acres along the south bank of the Llano River, opened to the public in 1990.
Trail conditions: mostly unpaved nature trails mostly gravel and granite
Gathering Place: After entering the park follow the map to the Walk-in Camping parking lot
Trail Map: Click Here
Forecast : Click Here
Optional After Hike Event : Head back to the campsite and enjoy a splash in the river you can tube or swim in the river for the afternoon.
Saturday Optional Group Dinner: TBA
About HATs and what you may want to bring on a hike:
https://www.hatsandmore.org/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.
HATs leaders are fellow hiking enthusiast, not guides. We have no special training related to outdoors activities. We encourage all members to plan for hikes as if they are going solo as the best way to assure safety. Hiker's planning should including of being of reasonable fitness for the event and carrying the needed water and food for a long hike. Then to enjoy the day with friends.
- South LLano River State Park Back Country Canyon Trail Hike 9.5 ~ 10MilSouth Llano River State Park, Junction, TX
DETAILS: Join us to explore the trails along the LLano river at the South Llano River State Park is located in the western part of the Texas Hill Country about an hour west of Kerrvill Texas, it's managed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and lies in the valley of the Llano River. The park, which consists of 2,600 acres along the south bank of the Llano River, opened to the public in 1990.
Difficulty: medium.
Trail conditions: mostly unpaved nature trails mostly gravel and granite
Gathering Place: After entering the park follow the map to the Walk-in Camping parking lot look for the group.
Trail Map: Click Here
Forecast : Click Here
Optional After Hike Event :TBA
About HATs and what you may want to bring on a hike:
https://www.hatsandmore.org/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.
HATs leaders are fellow hiking enthusiast, not guides. We have no special training related to outdoors activities. We encourage all members to plan for hikes as if they are going solo as the best way to assure safety. Hiker's planning should including of being of reasonable fitness for the event and carrying the needed water and food for a long hike. Then to enjoy the day with friends.
- Lone Star Trail, Seg 14: San Jacinto River, 9.5 milesLone Star Hiking Trail - Trailhead #10, Cleveland, TX
Part road hike, mostly trail walk through the forest in late Spring, this is a nice chance to get out of town for a walk in the woods. And maybe there will even be a little left over snow before summer. This is a shuttle hike so be ready for the car pool ride up to the Evergreen Cemetery where the walk begins.
About HATs and our hikes
https://www.hatsandmore.org/HATs organizers are not guides nor do we have any special training. We are here to come up with hiking ideas and get the hike started. Take the same precautions you would if hiking alone, including the fitness needed to make long hikes. Then enjoy the hike among friends.
COVID PRECAUTIONS:
Bring and wear a mask when shuttling and follow the best practices to prevent the transmission of COVID.Gathering Place:
LSHT Trailhead #10.
Take the FM 2025 exit from US-59 in Cleveland, turn left on 2025. Go 5.4 miles, turn left onto FM 945. Go 10.6 miles to Butch Arthur Rd. The trailhead is at the corner.
Directions to Trailhead #10The Hike:
We will shuttle to the Evergreen Cemetery then walk to the East Fork of the San Jacinto River and back to the trailhead.Evergreen Cemetery:
https://goo.gl/maps/ymPTmLPuqZ6cDa7x7The Trail:
The hike is on the typical sand soils native to the region. Plus a few miles of road shoulder.Hike Map:
In the photos.
Geolocated Map Click HereSpecial Note: Any hikers with the Avenza Maps App are encouraged to download the file:
San Jacinto River.pdf
and email the PDF file to your iPhone. Open the pdf in your phone and "share" it with Avenza Maps. That way you can see exactly where you are on the geolocated map during the entire hike. (Thanks Tom)Weather:
Weather forecast for today's walkTo find your place on your personal path to hike the LSHT, see our progress sheet.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zEtzUZKDpnMAhztfpL1Q5oc6fO6EPrU_/viewTo see the groups progress on this quest to complete the trail, see our map.
https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1--T_vgt48uPog4J-Gq9OmeZ7CSkwKCWJAfter Hike Event:
Back Pew Brewery
26452 Sorters McClellanThey offer indoor and outdoor seating.
Directions to the Back PewSupport the Lone Star Trail:
If you wish to make a donation to the Sam Houston Trails Coalition to support the maintenance of structures and parking areas for the LSHT, please visit their site. When you make a donation, select “Hiking” in the box labeled “I certify this donation goes to.” You can also volunteer for trail work with the Coalition.
https://www.samhoustontrails.org/make-a-donation/
From the Official Guidebook for the Lone Star Trail
"One of the hidden jewels of Texas, the Lone Star Hiking Trail is the only long-distance National Recreation Trail in the state. At 128 miles (including loop trails), it is also the state’s longest continuously marked and maintained footpath. The trail meanders through flat and gently rolling forests of pine, oak, and mixed hardwood, and cypress swamps and bayous in the famed Big Thicket area in east Texas, in the Sam Houston National Forest. The seemingly endless variation of forests, much of it designated wilderness, provides a paradise for tree-lovers and bird watchers year-round. The trail is well-suited for both short and long hikes (of up to 10 days), appealing to dayhikers, overnight backpackers, long-distance hikers, and others seeking a peaceful outing."
- Lone Star Hiking Trail #3: South Wilderness Loop ~10.9 milesLone Star Trailhead #4, Montgomery, TX
Summer time, and the living is easy. This however is a somewhat strenuous hike but with nice views of the wilderness and Pole Creek.
This is the make up hike for the one that got flooded out in early May. Hopefully the ground should be dry by now. The heat will be with us. Bring extra water. We will all be walking a bit slower as the morning goes on. On the plus side, B52 Brewery has a new indoor tap room.
Carpools are available around town. See comments below. Carpool at Judson Robinson Community Center, 2020 Hermann Dr, Houston, TX 77004 before 6:45 to snag a ride or a rider. We leave at 6:45.
To find your place on your personal path to hike the LSHT, see our progress sheet. Starting with Quest 5, we will simplify scorekeeping by trimming the list to include active hikers only. All you have to do is show up to be counted.
HATs Lone Star Trail ScorecardGathering Point:
LSHT trailhead #4 is on FM 149, 6.7 miles north of TX 150 in Montgomery.
Trailhead #4The Hike: The route is through the shaded woods over the typical sandy soils of the region. The trail can be uneven and rough but the views off through the trees are worth it. Bug spray is a great idea.
Please use caution. The heat index is now regularly above 90° F before noon. Consider you heat tolerance and bring extra water. If you do get overheated or don't feel well, tell someone right away. We can help. Overheating can happen to anyone, stop walking if you don't feel well so it doesn't become something serious.
Hike map in the photos
Other formats here:
Segment #3 maps and moreThe Best Map: Any hikers with the Avenza Maps App are encouraged to download the file:
South Wilderness Loop PDF
and email the PDF file to your iPhone. Open the pdf in your phone and "share" it with Avenza Maps. That way you can see exactly where you are on the geolocated map during the entire hike.Community Carpool: Look for more carpools in Comments below.
Carpool at Judson Robinson Community Center, 2020 Hermann Dr, Houston, TX 77004 before 6:45 to snag a ride or a rider. We leave at 6:45.About HATs and what you need to hike:
https://www.hatsandmore.org/Weather Forecast:
National Weather ForecastAfter Hike Lunch:
B-52 Brewing Co.
12470 Milroy Ln, Conroe, TX 77304
Directions to B-52https://b52brewing.com/
They have a food truck or you can BYOF.From the Official Guidebook for the Lone Star Trail
"One of the hidden jewels of Texas, the Lone Star Hiking Trail is the only long-distance National Recreation Trail in the state. At 128 miles (including loop trails), it is also the state’s longest continuously marked and maintained footpath. The trail meanders through flat and gently rolling forests of pine, oak, and mixed hardwood, and cypress swamps and bayous in the famed Big Thicket area in east Texas, in the Sam Houston National Forest. The seemingly endless variation of forests, much of it designated wilderness, provides a paradise for tree-lovers and bird watchers year-round. The trail is well-suited for both short and long hikes (of up to 10 days), appealing to dayhikers, overnight backpackers, long-distance hikers, and others seeking a peaceful outing."
- Lone Star Hiking Trail # 13: Big Woods South, 10.0 milesLone Star Hiking Trail - Trailhead #9, Coldspring, TX
THIS WILL BE A SHUTTLE HIKE SO YOUR COOPERATION IS APPRECIATED. Please bring a mask to wear when shuttling.
This is another reschedule from another rain out.
This is a nice hike through the woods along trails, forest service roads, and the farm roads of East Texas.
Wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water. The heat in Texas is always a concern so let someone know if you are having a hard time.
About HATs and our hikes
https://www.hatsandmore.org/HATs organizers are not guides nor do we have any special training. We are here to come up with hiking ideas and get the hike started. Take the same precautions you would if hiking alone, including the fitness needed to make long hikes. Then enjoy the hike among friends.
COVID PRECAUTIONS:
Bring and wear a mask when not hiking and follow the best practices to prevent the transmission of COVID. We have had a COVID spreading incident in a carpool and recommend that you don't carpool.Gathering Place:
Lone Star Trailhead #9.
on Ira Denson road.
Google Maps LinkCall or text Alan at 713 863 8038 if you need help.
The Hike:
Shuttle to Evergreen Cemetery
Google Map LinkHighways and byways of rural Texas, the hike includes 10% pavement, 40% sandy woodland trails, and 50% forest service roads.
Weather Forecast: Click Here
Hike map is in the photos.
All Maps: Special Note: Any hikers with the Avenza Maps App are encouraged to download the file:
Big Woods South Loop.pdfand email the PDF file to your iPhone. Open the pdf in your phone and "share" it with Avenza Maps. That way you can see exactly where you are on the geolocated map during the entire hike.
To find your place on your personal path to hike the LSHT, see our progress sheet. Starting with Quest 5, we will simplify scorekeeping by trimming the list to include active hikers only. All you have to do is show up to be counted.
Click HereTo see the groups progress on this quest to complete the trail, see our map. Click Here
From the Official Guidebook for the Lone Star Trail
"One of the hidden jewels of Texas, the Lone Star Hiking Trail is the only long-distance National Recreation Trail in the state. At 128 miles (including loop trails), it is also the state’s longest continuously marked and maintained footpath. The trail meanders through flat and gently rolling forests of pine, oak, and mixed hardwood, and cypress swamps and bayous in the famed Big Thicket area in east Texas, in the Sam Houston National Forest. The seemingly endless variation of forests, much of it designated wilderness, provides a paradise for tree-lovers and bird watchers year-round. The trail is well-suited for both short and long hikes (of up to 10 days), appealing to dayhikers, overnight backpackers, long-distance hikers, and others seeking a peaceful outing."
The LSHT Club: Click Here
Sam Houston Trails Coalition: Click Here
Sam Houston National Forest Website: Click HereMake sure to bring plenty of water, sunscreen, hat, and mosquitoes spray. The weather is warming, 3 liters of water is good.
After Hike Event:
Ingenious Brewing Company
1986 S. Houston Ave
Humble, TX 77396
832-412-2142
Google Maps Link