3 Best Hiking Trails in Waco, TX

“Cameron Park is a 416-acre oasis with towering trees, two rivers, breathtaking cliffs, playgrounds, and a multi-use National Recreation Trail System. Hikers and bikers can explore Cameron Park with fishermen, disc golfers, picnickers, and site visitors of all ages. The trail is one of Texas's largest city parks, with more than 20 miles of pathways. The trail features Towering live oaks, breathtaking bluffs overlooking the Brazos and Bosque Rivers, and a National Recreation Trail system. At Cameron Park, visitors can use the many different trails for different levels of hiking. There are a lot of spots for picnics and playing. Cameron Park is a natural treasure, and it is yours to explore.”

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“Woodway Park features a disc golf course, two pavilions with BBQ grills, a playground, and lake views. The total length of the trail is 2.9 miles and the elevation gain is 157 feet. The trail is loop type. The time taken to complete the total trial is approximately 59 minutes. The grounds are well-kept, and the nature trail is simple to walk. Woodway Park is such a great place to spend an evening or any time of the day. There are a lot of tables and a couple of pavilion-style groups of tables. The trail also has a clean beach area with a lot of waterfronts for a couple of hundred people. Dogs are allowed on the trails but must be leashed in some areas on the trail.”

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“Midway Park has a 7,000-acre lake with scenic views that is easily accessible from the park. The trail is generally considered an easy trail route. Visitors can enjoy boating, hiking, swimming, fishing, and birding at this riverside area with lake access and campsites. There are a lot of picnic tables around the park and inside the big pavilion beside the playground. The staff maintains each spot in the park well. Midway Park's non-sewer plots are nicely spread out with plenty of room. There are 37 campsites at Midway Park. There are 32 sites with water and electric hookups and 11 with sewer hookups. The campground contains five tent camping spots. This park has other benefits, including hot baths, a playground, and a boat ramp.”

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