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Purgatory Creek Natural Area Loop

San Marcos, Texas

4.0/5
based on 2 reviews

Details

Distance

7.77 miles

Elevation Gain

568 ft

Route Type

Loop

Description

Added by The Outbound Collective

Purgatory Creek Natural Area Loop is an exciting hike through plains and cacti and into a cavern...welcome to purgatory.

Park in the dirt lot off of Hunter Road (see map) to access the trail. Trail is open year round and is dog-friendly. 

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Features

Mountain Biking
Running
Hiking
Dog Friendly
Forest
River
Scenic
Wildflowers
Wildlife

Purgatory Creek Natural Area Loop Reviews

Good surface, plenty of shade, abundant butterflies, spotted a wild turkey (maybe).

Easy to bike or hike.

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

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