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Judson Nature Trails

4.5 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · Running trail in Alamo Heights, Texas · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Judson Nature Trails' 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.

Natural surfaceScenic

Walking paths in a wooded green space, along with a ranger house.

What runners say about Judson Nature Trails

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (79 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“Trails are well kept and the scenery was beautiful!”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“There are some 200-250 year old trees on the trails that are beautiful to behold.”

Nice old growth nature trails. The trails are maintained but the vegetation and trees are natural. Many big old trees. Some of the trails run along Olmos Creek. Most of the trails are dirt trails and may get muddy after rains so wear appropriate hiking shoes. Very much enjoyed taking a walk here.

★★★★★ — Reuben , Mar 2023

I'm from Indiana and I regularly miss real trees living here in San Antonio. This is my favorite place to go in town because of the trees. I also like all of the trails, the quiet, and exploring all the side/unofficial trails.

★★★★★ — Christina , Dec 2017

It was very nice and pleasant. Trails are well kept and the scenery was beautiful!

★★★★★ — Anna , Jan 2021

Nice little trail to come and unwind. There are some 200-250 year old trees on the trails that are beautiful to behold. The main trail where the ranger station is located is made of asphalt, but the further you get from them the muddier they get (when it rains). Other than that, the trails are well maintained.

★★★★★ — R , Nov 2021

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 79 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 5 mentions

“There are some 200-250 year old trees on the trails that are beautiful to behold.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

“Most of the trails are dirt trails and may get muddy after rains so wear appropriate hiking shoes.”

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Plan your run at Judson Nature Trails

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
  • 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.
  • Websitesaaudubon.org

Hours

Monday 7 AM–6 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–6 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–6 PM
Thursday 7 AM–6 PM
Friday 7 AM–6 PM
Saturday 7 AM–6 PM
Sunday 7 AM–6 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Judson Nature Trails

246 Viesca St, Alamo Heights, TX 78209

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Running trails near Alamo Heights

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.