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    1. Joe Jonhston Route loop — Government Canyon

    13.1km

    03:29

    130m

    130m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    July 23, 2020

    Government Canyon is a large hiking area around San Antonio and Austin. Several different trails lead into the canyon and the rocky and dry landscapes. Hike the Recharge Trail for a nice stroll or go on a longer hike on the Wildcat Trail with some old ranch buildings with a pole barn, corral, stock tank and windmill. If you feel adventurous you can hike a whole day along the Joe Johnston Route to a fantastic Canyon overlook and even some dinosaur tracks.

    For a real backcountry adventure, hike The Outer Loop which is rough, rugged and rewarding. It includes sections of the Joe Johnston Route, the Recharge Trail, Far Reaches Trail, Sendero Balcones Trail and Caroline's Loop. Always take enough water and snacks.

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      Location: San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, United States

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