Morningstar Boardwalk – Salado Creek Trail loop from Serna Elementary School

Morningstar Boardwalk – Salado Creek Trail loop from Serna Elementary School

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Morningstar Boardwalk – Salado Creek Trail loop from Serna Elementary School

02:25

45.5km

140m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.73 km for 52 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

4.09 km

Morningstar Boardwalk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Popular cycling spot on the Salado Creek Greenway trail. Keep an eye out for wildlife!

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5.23 km

The area around the boardwalk is a natural habitat for many birds and other wildlife. Birders frequent the area to spot a variety of species. Keep in mind that there's limited shade along the boardwalk.

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13.1 km

Walker Ranch Park — Alternate Salado Creek Route

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Alt route through Walker Ranch Park. Can be taken either direction.

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20.0 km

Salado Creek Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section stretches for nearly 18 miles north of Loop 1604, offering some of the trail's most scenic views. Here, you'll find towering limestone bluffs, large pecan and live oak trees, and natural outcroppings lining the beautiful Salado Creek.

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22.3 km

Salado Creek Greenway Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Salado Creek Greenway, spanning almost 25 miles along San Antonio's east side, is a gem within the extensive Howard W. Peak Greenway Trails system. This paved trail seamlessly connects with …

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23.5 km

Salado Creek Greenway

Forest

24.7 km

Water fountain

Highlight • Rest Area

Sometimes the city closes this water fountain for some reason. So, best keep prepared.

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31.3 km

Walker Ranch Historic Landmark Park

Highlight • Historical Site

This area boasts of a rich history dating back thousands of years. Archaeological evidence suggests that the location near the confluence of Panther Springs Creek and Salado Creek was a …

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32.1 km

Salado Creek Trail

Highlight • Trail

E. North Loop Rd is finally complete allowing one to take the road or the trail.

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45.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.9 km

3.47 km

628 m

559 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.6 km

9.51 km

2.31 km

619 m

537 m

Elevation

Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.

Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Today

Tuesday 10 November

21°C

14°C

31 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

May 3, 2024,JRod Greenway Ride 3 May '24

Jrod led this Ride. 6 Riders: John M, Fred, Mike, Jenna and Linda. There were a few sprinkles, but the trails were clear and dry. Jrod's rear tire picked up a piece of metal that initially seemed benign. But by mile 6 it had gone flat. Jrod's determination and Fred's engineering skills got it fixed. Jenna and John helped with …

January 20, 2023,Jubilados Ride, Friday 20 Jan '23

Fred led this ride. Seven riders: Fred, Linda, Rod, Margaret, John M, Monica, Bill. Good ride, cooler temps prevailed. Salado Creek Greenway is open from Tobin Trailhead to Eisenhower Park, however there are still some "construction" signs posted on the trail. No incidents, low traffic on the Greenway. Fred's comments on lunch: "Tasty, but a bit pricey. Rod got about …