Palmetto Trail

A short and easy 30-minute trek along this trail is all you need to see a diverse variety of plant life, including the tropical dwarf palmetto (after which the park was named).

Guide Sections

Use Palmetto Trail's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.

Hiking

Palmetto Trail Details

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Low

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A short and easy 30-minute trek along this trail is all you need to see a diverse variety of plant life, including the tropical dwarf palmetto (after which the park was named). This interpretive trail is just over ¼ of a mile, although you’ll see dozens of trees, shrubs, and wildlife habits along the way. The informational panels make it easy to understand the history of the park, as well as to identify the different foliage in front of you. After your tour, you can explore other sights in the park, including Oxbow Lake and the San Marcos River.