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Eisenhower Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,914 Google reviews · Running trail in San Antonio, Texas · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Eisenhower Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Sprawling 320-acre natural area with picnic & BBQ spots, plus 5 miles of hiking & jogging trails.
What runners say about Eisenhower Park
“Trails were easy to follow, the park was clean, and it felt like a perfect outdoor escape in Northwest San Antonio.”
“Overall, Eisenhower Park and Trail is a great option for hikers of all levels seeking a scenic and enjoyable outdoor experience in San Antonio.”
“The views are great with plenty of trails of varied difficulty starting with winding mostly shaded paved trails to somewhat intense rocky climbs.”
“Trails were easy to follow, the park was clean, and it felt like a perfect outdoor escape in Northwest San Antonio.”
“Overall, Eisenhower Park and Trail is a great option for hikers of all levels seeking a scenic and enjoyable outdoor experience in San Antonio.”
This place is great! I was looking for a place to do a quick hike, and was pleasantly surprised that Eisenhower Park offers both incredibly accessible trails AND more technical trails. Don't misunderstand me, this is definitely not a hike in the mountains, it's much easier than that. However!
If you’re looking for a hike whether you are a beginner or advanced, this place is for you! For a person who’s had a major ankle injury I was able to complete this. My 4 and 6 year old were also able to complete this hike. Once we climbed to the top, it was such a beautiful scenery.
Good trails for walking/biking on 6 feet wide paved path. It joins up with Salado creek and goes for miles. Also goes by a rock climbing wall, in a really nice natural area. Nice view of the quarry at the beginning. Really enjoyed riding my bike here.
🥾🎒🏔️🚵🌲 COME PREPARED *No water sites provided through out trails* Restroom sites limited and provided on map. Benches, chair and table access on trails randomly threw out. **(Take a Photos of the maps before hand service varies strongly recommend a portable charger)** Family and pet friendly w/ Leash access only.
Trail conditions & character
“The views are great with plenty of trails of varied difficulty starting with winding mostly shaded paved trails to somewhat intense rocky climbs.”
“The views are great with plenty of trails of varied difficulty starting with winding mostly shaded paved trails to somewhat intense rocky climbs.”
“Plenty of parking, multiple trails- paved and natural both.”
“I was looking for a place to do a quick hike, and was pleasantly surprised that Eisenhower Park offers both incredibly accessible trails AND more technical trails.”
“The Hill Country views at the top were beautiful and completely worth it.”
“And sunrise enthusiasts, don't even think about missing the view from level 4 off-trail at the top – it's pure eye candy!”
“It’s up to you there’s also dedicated biking trails so you don’t have to worry about getting ran over there’s restroom so along the trail, also there’s a place for the kids.”
“The views are great with plenty of trails of varied difficulty starting with winding mostly shaded paved trails to somewhat intense rocky climbs.”
“**(Take a Photos of the maps before hand service varies strongly recommend a portable charger)** Family and pet friendly w/ Leash access only.”
“I was looking for a place to do a quick hike, and was pleasantly surprised that Eisenhower Park offers both incredibly accessible trails AND more technical trails.”
Plan your run at Eisenhower Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitesanantonio.gov
- Phone+1 210-207-5323
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