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Hugh Ramsey Nature Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 693 Google reviews · Running trail in Harlingen, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Hugh Ramsey Nature 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.
54 acres of woodlands with a walking trail, wildlife viewing, gardens & water features.
What runners say about Hugh Ramsey Nature Park
“Someone invited me and let me tell you I was surprised on how beautiful and peaceful it was !”
“Someone invited me and let me tell you I was surprised on how beautiful and peaceful it was !”
“Parking is good, easy walking, but as mentioned before some areas have broken glass.”
Good place to walk only advice i have is take water, some repelent just in case and good walking/running shoes, so I like the fact that it's natural they left it as is. Only thing is they keep up with the edges of trail so they won't close in and they put some benches so you can rest that is nice.
Nice place to go bird watching or hiking, we saw plenty of birds, rabbits, wild mice and 5 javelinas.
Nice for a shorter walk, just to stretch your legs. You can catch different birds, turtles, and rabbits most of the time. They have some benches and viewing areas. Bug spray is recommended at all times. Admission is free, a sign with a map at the entrance shows you trails and distances.
Stopped her to get in a quick walk before flying out and what a treat! I couldn't walk the entire park, but I got in a quick mile and a half. In that short time, I saw a turtle, countless birds, and a couple of bunnies. It's lovely and there's this great little cactus lined path that is surreal. Such a nice park!
Trail conditions & character
“Someone invited me and let me tell you I was surprised on how beautiful and peaceful it was !”
“Someone invited me and let me tell you I was surprised on how beautiful and peaceful it was !”
“Parking is good, easy walking, but as mentioned before some areas have broken glass.”
Plan your run at Hugh Ramsey Nature Park
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.
- At the trailheadparking, water — reported by runners
- Websitemyharlingen.us
- Phone(956) 216-5951
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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