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McKinney Roughs Nature Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 949 Google reviews · Running trail in Cedar Creek, Texas · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from McKinney Roughs 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.
Destination for nature lovers, with a science center & trails for walking & horseback riding.
What runners say about McKinney Roughs Nature Park
“Visitor’s center is gorgeous and very welcoming with impeccable clean bathrooms.”
“Lots of trails and scenic views, hike along the Colorado River and see a lot of different beautiful plants.”
This is an amazing park! The visitor center has some displays that are fun for kids and adults both. Restrooms are offered in the visitor center until closing time. Dogs on leashes are welcome. There are many miles of trails with terrains all the way from what the River Trail has to offer to the Pine Canyon Trail!
This place is a hidden gem! There are plenty of trails here. Don't forget to pick up a trail map from the visitor center. We happened to stop by on Halloween weekend, and they had lots of fun activities for the families l and trick or treating on trail.
I took a day trip with my dog here and we did a 5 mile hike. Doggo had a great time! Its pretty out here. You can hear the road during the hike. This seems to be a popular place for trail runners, however, when I went I only ran into three people during my entire hike (most were running the trail.) It was fun.
Such a great place to get away from the city and enjoy natural. Lots of trails and scenic views, hike along the Colorado River and see a lot of different beautiful plants. There was more to do but didn't get a chance to do it, def going back soon and stay the night and enjoy all the activities there have to offer.
Trail conditions & character
“Lots of trails and scenic views, hike along the Colorado River and see a lot of different beautiful plants.”
“Our dog enjoyed the trail very much and took a swim in the Colorado River.”
“Visitor’s center is gorgeous and very welcoming with impeccable clean bathrooms.”
“Biking, clean bathrooms, water station, gift shop, nature center, boot cleaner.”
Plan your run at McKinney Roughs Nature Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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 trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitelcraparks.com
- Phone(512) 303-5073
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–5 PM |
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