Whether individuals are looking for a family outdoor experience or a solo challenging trek, there are many outdoor trails to enjoy in Bastrop and surrounding areas. This list is not comprehensive.

Lost Pines Trail

This popular trail offers scenic views including forested hills, open meadows and Fehr's Overlook Trace. The longest backcountry trail in Bastrop State Park, it ranges from steep hills to gradual descents. Water, snacks and sunscreen are recommended. Leashed dogs are permitted.

Difficulty: Challenging

Length: 8.4 miles


Trail type: Birding, Hiking, Running, Elevation Gains 688 feet
The Lost Pines Trail is a challenging trail good for birding, hiking and running with elevation gains of 688 feet. (Courtesy Bastrop State Park)
The Lost Pines Trail is a challenging trail good for birding, hiking and running with elevation gains of 688 feet. (Courtesy Bastrop State Park)
Tree Army Trails

This Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible, family-friendly trail is centered around the Bastrop State Park headquarters near the former golf course and offers views of the loblolly pine trees and Lake Mina. Visitors may find some of the slopes and curves challenging; however, the southern portion is accessible for those using strollers. All-terrain wheelchairs are also available to reserve by calling 512-321-2101.

Difficulty: Easy

Length: 4.5 miles


Trail type: Hiking, Biking, Elevation Gains 13 feet

McKinney Roughs Loop Trail

This trail provides a range of terrains with views of the local wildlife, desert plants and the Colorado River. Leashed dogs are permitted.

Difficulty: Moderate


Length: 4.4 miles

Trail type: Hiking, Horseback riding, Running, Elevation Gains 449 feet

Buzzard Point

This family-friendly trail loops to a viewpoint of the north shore at Lake Bastrop and is great for fishing.


Difficulty: Easy

Length: .6 miles

Trail type: Biking, Birding, Hiking, Elevation Gains
Ridge Trail is an Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible trail with benches and scenic views. (Courtesy Lower Colorado River Authority)
Ridge Trail is an Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible trail with benches and scenic views. (Courtesy Lower Colorado River Authority)
Ridge Trail

This Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible, family-friendly trail starts at the visitors center and provides benches along the way for scenic views. Off-leash dogs are permitted.


Difficulty: Easy

Length: .6 miles

Trail type: Birding, Hiking, Elevation Gains

Pine Ridge Trail

This singletrack trail requires technical footing over rocky terrain and leads to an overlook of the Colorado River and valley.

Difficulty: Difficult

Length: 2.7 miles

Trail type: Birding, Hiking, Mountain biking, Elevation Gains

Fisherman’s

This trail has floating bridges with views of Lake Bastrop and its wildlife. Proper hiking shoes are recommended as rocky terrain with hills can be challenging.

Difficulty: Easy

Length: .4 miles

Trail type: Biking, Birding, Hiking, Elevation Gains

Picnic Trail

This short, family-friendly trail offers a place for visitors to eat and take in the views of the Lower Falls. Leashed dogs are permitted.

Difficulty: Easy

Length: .5 miles

Trail type: Hiking
Pine Ridge Trail is 2.7 miles long and is good for birding, hiking and mountain biking with elevation gains. (Courtesy Lower Colorado River Authority)
Pine Ridge Trail is 2.7 miles long and is good for birding, hiking and mountain biking with elevation gains. (Courtesy Lower Colorado River Authority)
Flint Rock Loop Trail

This rocky trail requires crossing a creek and leads to hardwood bottomland. Water is recommended. Leashed dogs are permitted.

Difficulty: Moderate

Length: 1.5 miles

Trail type: Hiking, Biking

Rock Shelter Trail

This family-friendly trail guides visitors through a historic natural rock formation and over wooden bridges. Leashed dogs are permitted.

Difficulty: Easy

Length: .6 miles

Trail type: Hiking, Running, Elevation Gains 50 feet