Best Texas Hikes…According to Us

Sasquad hikes are selected for their uniqueness, solitude, and honoring local folklore. If you are looking for the most popular hikes, there are plenty of other websites that can help with that. We are looking for the trails less traveled. If you have ideas about hikes that should be on the page, let us know! If your hike is featured, we will send you free merch.

Cattail Falls Trail, Big Bend National Park

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This 5.7-mile, out-and-back, moderate to strenuous route is one of the lesser traveled trails in Big Bend National Park. The hike features unique rock formations, plenty of foliage and wildlife, and a waterfall (usually best in winter and spring). Go on a weekday and early morning for more solitude. Read more.

El Capitan Trail, Guadalupe Mountains National Park

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This 9.4-mile, out-and-back, moderate hike will take you through secluded desert and beautiful mountain ranges. This hike is one of few in the National Park that will afford you solitude on the trail. Common advice is to wear pants to protect your legs from the variety of prickly plants along the trail. Read more.