— by Gary Bowers
- What: Native Plant Hike at Russell Park
- When: 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 11, 2024
- Please plan on arriving 10-15 mins early. Once we have everyone signed in we’ll start hiking at 8:30 AM.
- Where: Good Water Loop Trailhead Parking at 2101 County Road 262, Georgetown, TX, 78633
Our field trip is free and open to the public.
This hike is a great opportunity to learn about some great native plants around Lake Georgetown while getting a bit of exercise. This hike will be an out and back with a total length of 3 miles. The expected duration is between 2 and 2.5 hours. We will start at the trailhead for the Good Water Loop and hike down to the small picnic/camping area southwest.
| Distance | Climbing Elevation | Difficulty | Trail Surface | Notes |
| 3.0 mi | 266 ft | Moderate | Out and back; natural path with rocks and roots | Shady trail to start while navigating through cedar grove. Some inclines and declines before transitioning to a gravel path along lake. |
Who is this hike for?
If you enjoy a moderately paced hike with a few brief stops to learn more about native plants, this is the hike for you.
How difficult is this hike?
We will descend down to the lake and then back up. Most ascents and descents are fairly gradual but there are numerous limestone outcroppings and roots along the first half of the trail. We will be moving at a steady pace between stopping points and stops will be brief.
What should I bring on this hike?
Be prepared for exertion along a trail with unsure footing. We recommend the following for this hike:
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Hiking poles
- Water
- Insect spray
- Sun protection
- Snacks
See photos from other field trips in our album=>