Are dogs allowed on San Marcos River, Mesquite Flats, and Ottine Swamp Trails?

Yes, dogs are allowed on San Marcos River, Mesquite Flats, and Ottine Swamp Trails but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike San Marcos River, Mesquite Flats, and Ottine Swamp Trails?

No, San Marcos River, Mesquite Flats, and Ottine Swamp Trails does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is San Marcos River, Mesquite Flats, and Ottine Swamp Trails?

San Marcos River, Mesquite Flats, and Ottine Swamp Trails is rated easy. It is 3.0 miles long with 200 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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San Marcos River, Mesquite Flats, and Ottine Swamp Trails

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Texas

San Marcos River, Mesquite Flats, and Ottine Swamp Trails

Gonzales, Texas

3.0 mi

Distance

200 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 2m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The trail is clear, easy to navigate, and has educational postings about the history of Palmetto State Park. Young kids will love it! The land was transformed into a prehistoric jungle by the dwarf palmettos. It is recommended to take a short tour of the best that Palmetto State Park has to offer. The educational postings can be found throughout. The water tower built by the CCC is one of the features of the trail. The Ottine Swamp Trail and the Mesquite Flats trail have quick access to them.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:99 ft

Max:109 ft

61 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.