Volunteer with us Sunday, May 5th from 8:30-11:30 in Leander as we rescue plants such as White Milkwort (Polygala alba) and Prairie Clover (Dalea sp.) from a limestone site prior to construction. There is neighborhood street parking near the site. Further details and how to sign up info can be found on our SignUpGenius page.
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.
Trail Summary
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:
Volunteer with us Sunday, April 28th, from 8:30-noon in north Round Rock as we rescue plants such as Delphinium carolinianum,Penstemon cobaea and Callirhoe involucrata var. lineariloba from a site prior to construction. There is a parking lot available next to the site. Further details and sign up info can be found on our SignUpGenius page.
