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River Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · Running trail in Kerrville, Texas · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from River Trail'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.
Dog-friendly, family-friendly destination with concrete walking trails, plus a splash pad and a playground.
What runners say about River Trail
“We walked there two days after a major flood event and the park was already cleared of debris and very clean.”
“Beautiful and peaceful environment with very friendly people and their smiles!”
“Great little shaded and paved trail for a half hour or so walk.”
“It's beautiful, well-maintained, and easy to navigate.”
I am giving it five stars because I never rated a trail before. It is a trail by the river. It is Texas pretty and flowers are blooming so it smells nice as well. It is a good place to go for a walk or just kill some time.
Absolutely amazing. 10'wide concrete trail along the Guadalupe River. Lots of benches to rest. Shade. Lots of flowers in spring. Wildlife.
I visit the river trail as often as possible. It's beautiful, well-maintained, and easy to navigate.
I really enjoy this trail that goes from my rental house to Tranquility Island to Louise Hays Park. I love seeing and experiencing nature along the Guadalupe River. I would highly recommend experiencing it.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful and peaceful environment with very friendly people and their smiles!”
“Great little shaded and paved trail for a half hour or so walk.”
“Great little shaded and paved trail for a half hour or so walk.”
“I do wish they had another restroom or even a porta potty along the way.”
Plan your run at River Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitekerrvilletx.gov
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Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8 pm |
Running trails near Kerrville
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Louise Hays Park
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Riverside park with colorful interactive fountains, picnic pavilions, a playground & open-air stage.
Kerrville Urban Trail System
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Riverside Nature Center
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Discussions & exhibits about the local environment hosted in a building with trail access.
Kerrville River Trail G St Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 90 reviews
Serene park offering trails for walking and biking as well as kayaking on the river.