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River Ranch County Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 105 Google reviews · Running trail in Liberty Hill, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from River Ranch County 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.
Park with a playground, trails, and a prairie, plus an interpretive center.
What runners say about River Ranch County Park
“Amazing walking trails, well kept roads / clean and modern facilities, there was firewood for sale, dog walking bag stations, and clear signage through the park.”
“Beautiful ranch land, I'm SO glad wilco was able to preserve it and share it with us, especially with all the development creeping into this beautiful area.”
“Only four stars because we prefer narrower trails and more shade.”
“Did some trail running and everything was really well marked and the trails were super clean.”
“This park is a great way to spend a quiet hike or a family afternoon.”
The long awaited opening of River Ranch County Park did not disappoint. It is a well thought out plan for the park that took so long. Great natural trails for my horse’s feet to step on rather than other parks that have harder surfaces that hurt his feet.
What a wonderful place River Ranch County Park is. This new-ish addition to the Williamson County Parks system is fantastic. This park is ranch land returned back to nature and a beautifully maintained park. It has over 20 miles of trails for easy hiking, trail running, and equestrian activity.
I love this park! Beautifully designed with lots of nice walking trails. The RV campsites are exceptionally well maintained. The facilities are all very clean and well kept. The Interpretive Center has events and was so nice to visit.
Beautiful park with many trails to go through. Some trails have plenty vegetation and others are flat and prairie like. I found some vegetables and fruit growing along the trails, that was cool! Restrooms are accessible/clean and near all trails. Definitely watch your step (animal poop) in many trails.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful ranch land, I'm SO glad wilco was able to preserve it and share it with us, especially with all the development creeping into this beautiful area.”
“The park features improved camping sites with electrical and water hook-ups, walk in camping sites with bathrooms and parking availability, as well as walk-in primitive campsites.”
“Only four stars because we prefer narrower trails and more shade.”
“The trails we hiked were all doubletrack and mostly old ranch roads that meandered through prairie land, down to the river, and up a few small hills.”
“This park is a great way to spend a quiet hike or a family afternoon.”
“Some trails have plenty vegetation and others are flat and prairie like.”
“We arrived to a zen garden raked sandy spot with picnic table, fire pit enclosed, and lantern holder-handicapped accessible.”
“Did some trail running and everything was really well marked and the trails were super clean.”
Plan your run at River Ranch County 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitewilcotx.gov
- Phone+1 512-943-1920
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 7:30 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 7:30 am–10 pm |
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