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Government Canyon – Scenic Overlook loop from Government Canyon Creek

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Government Canyon – Scenic Overlook loop from Government Canyon Creek

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Government Canyon – Scenic Overlook loop from Government Canyon Creek

01:39

6.09km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

390 m

Government Canyon

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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 …

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2.24 km

South Bluff Spurs Overlook

Viewpoint

3

2.86 km

South Spur Overlook

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4

3.37 km

North Spur Overlook Junction

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5

3.62 km

Scenic Overlook

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B

6.09 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.61 km

441 m

Surfaces

4.46 km

1.08 km

441 m

< 100 m

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Saturday 23 May

29°C

17°C

79 %

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