Tall Trees & Tranquil Trails - Huntsville (Day hike)

Name: Tall Trees & Tranquil Trails - Huntsville (Day hike)
Start: 2026-09-05T08:30:00-05:00
Location: Huntsville State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife

Schedule

Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Huntsville State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife | Huntsville, TX

Step into the quiet beauty of East Texas as we wander through the towering pines and hardwoods of Huntsville State Park. Tucked inside the vast Sam Houston National Forest, this park offers a peaceful escape full of shady trails, serene lake views, and that classic Pineywoods charm.

Our 8.5-mile route will guide us through a mix of lush forest landscapes, giving us plenty of time to soak in the scenery and enjoy the early hints of fall. It’s an easygoing, steady hike - perfect for anyone who loves the calming rhythm of a wooded trail.

Afterward, we’ll head over to Joe’s Italian Grill to refuel with pizza, pasta, and all the good stuff that tastes even better after a day outdoors.

Starting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1PKHC3TUZfcBvuzN7
Eats: Joe’s Italian Grill (Sat. 11 AM-10 PM) - https://maps.app.goo.gl/8FAQw9BjQUSXhLar5

Important information:
- Reservations: They are available online from https://texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com/, 30 days prior to the event for a day pass, and 5 months prior for camping reservations. See the shared Google Calendar (https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=ZGU0NjNhMzkxNzBhNGQ2MjUyZTBhMGFiODgyNDFmNDM4ZjAzYmFlMTNkNTczZjM2NTViNDk2NDc5NTc0YmJiMUBncm91cC5jYWxlbmRhci5nb29nbGUuY29t) which has all of the scheduled events, and event reminders about obtaining passes. Make sure you print them out and bring them with you to make your trip a smooth one!

- Waiver/Release: Make sure you fill out a waiver/release form (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vdhCDW7bpvdlmnkPrV_n0iUwR_7QB7GRvBBT1tLWlKY/edit?usp=sharing) and either send it to me as a PDF (Facebook messenger is fine), or print it out and bring it with you. I will have blanks available at the start of the event if you forget. However, you WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to join the adventure without one being completed!

- What to bring?: Required items are - A positive attitude, at least 3L of water, and snacks. Nice to have things are - Personal first aid kit, electrolytes, hiking poles, head covering and/or sunscreen.

- As always: If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to post in the discussion or message me directly. I'm happy to help, and answer any questions!

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