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Fredericksburg Nature Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Running trail in Fredericksburg, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Fredericksburg Nature Center'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.
What runners say about Fredericksburg Nature Center
“Beautiful native plants of Texas--a tremendous volunteer effort!”
“Very clean, quiet and peaceful trails.”
I go by this wonderful oasis tucked away in the beautiful Lady Bird Johnson Park on my way to take my granddaughters to the clear, cool swimming pools in the summer months, playscapes in fall, winter,spring. I have been as far as the bird watching area and a little way down the trail.
Great nature trail with a bird watching area. I have been here several times and always enjoy it. I was once able to attend a tour with local naturalists who were experts on everything along the trail.
Awesome nature walk with a little wild bird sanctuary with feeders. Saw deer, squirrels, turtles and many birds.
A great nature trail with different trail options, about a mile long connecting to two rivers. Birds, deer and turtles today. No fees, dog friendly.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful native plants of Texas--a tremendous volunteer effort!”
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The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitefbgtx.org
- Phone(830) 997-4202
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30 AM–10 PM |
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