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Texas
8.8 mi
Distance
2,569 ft
Gain
3h 6m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Big Bend National Park
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Why you'll love it
Smoky Creek
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Smoky Creek is an 8.79-mile out-and-back trail in Texas that follows a scenic creek drainage through mixed terrain. This moderate hike offers hikers the chance to explore riparian habitat and creek-side landscapes characteristic of Texas hill country or piney woods regions. The out-and-back format allows you to turn around at your own pace while enjoying the natural water features and surrounding vegetation.
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