Trails Information
Explore beyond the Blanco River and gain a new perspective on its stunning blue-green waters.
Take a short hike and experience a different side of Blanco State Park. The riparian habitat along the river is home to plants, animals and millions of years of history beneath your feet.
Trails
| Trail | Distance | Difficulty | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pumphouse Trail | .3 mi. (round trip) |
Easy | Take your family on a short and easy hike on this level interpretive trail. Keep your eyes and ears open for birds and turtles as you overlook the Blanco River. |
| Caswell Nature Trail | .8 mi. (round trip) |
Easy | Explore a riverside forest on this rocky hike. You’ll also get a unique view of a Civilian Conservation Corps dam, constructed in the 1930s. |
Points of Interest
GPS coordinates shown in decimal degrees.
| Point | Latitude | Longitude | 360° Views | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCC Dam | 30.0948° | -98.4196° | View of the CCC Dam | Hike to get a view of this historic structure that most visitors don't see. |
| The Falls | 30.0910° | -98.4248° | View of the Falls | Cool off after your hike at one of the most popular places in the park. |
| Caswell Nature Trail | 30.0906° | -98.4240° | View along the Caswell Nature Trail | Look for birds, snakes and small mammals on this trail. |
| CCC Picnic Pavilion | 30.0900° | -98.4247° | View inside the CCC Picnic Pavilion | The centerpiece of the park, the pavilion was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. |
| Scenic View | 30.0921° | -98.4288° | View from the viewing platform | Take in the stunning blue-green Blanco River from this spot. |
Staying safe
- Know your limits. Prepare for sun and heat. Wear sunscreen,
insect repellent and appropriate clothing/hiking shoes. - Drink plenty of water. Your body quickly loses fluids when
you’re on the trail. Bring a quart of water per hour of activity. - Tell others where you'll be. If possible, avoid exploring alone. Tell someone where you are going and when you plan to return.
- Wear a helmet when biking. Check with park HQ to match the ride to your skill level. Wear a helmet to protect yourself in case of a crash.
- Potentially harmful plants and animals live here. You’ll see them more easily if you stay on trails.
- Weather changes quickly. Check forecasts before you leave and prepare for unexpected changes in the weather.
Trail etiquette
- Trash your trash. Keep the park natural. Pack out all of your trash and Leave No Trace.
- Leave feeding to nature. Feeding wild animals will make them sick and more likely to harm people.
- Don’t Pocket The Past. Help preserve Texas heritage. Leave artifacts where you find them and report their location to a ranger.
- Take only memories and pictures. Disturbing or removing any of the park’s plants, animals or artifacts is a violation of state law.
- Keep pets on leashes for their safety, and to protect wildlife.
- We need to know about your caches. Please check with park HQ before placing geocaches within the park.
