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Year Round Walk
SN: 117159 - 2021 / Y1113
The event is closed
From Fri, Jan 1st, 2021 to Dec 31st, 2021
Start box available: 8:30am to dusk. Check office closing times.
Fredericksburg, Texas
The address/location for the Physical Start Box (PSB) is as follows:
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area Ranger Station
WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.
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Event comments
Check http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/enchanted-rock/ for park/office hours and parking availability. The Rock is a huge, pink granite exfoliation dome, which rises 425 feet above ground, 1,825 feet above sea level, and covers 640 acres. It is one of the largest batholiths (underground rock formation uncovered by erosion) in the United States. This event involves hiking on unpaved, granite gravel and rocky terrain. The trail becomes more difficult going between the rocky domes but most of it is on a good hiking path with some steeper areas. Hiking up Enchanted Rock itself is NOT required on either of the routes, but may be added to either for extra 2km credit and a spectacular view of the surrounding countryside. Hiking boots and walking sticks are very important because of the terrain and are required to hike the dome, which may also be slick following rain. Pets are NOT allowed on optional summit.
Rating: 3C, Distance: 5, 7, 10, 12km
Restrooms: Yes |
Pets: Yes |
Strollers: No |
Wheelchairs: No |
Event information
Entry fee $7 per person unless you have Texas State Park Pass. Arrive early, park opens at 8:30 and can be very busy. Reservations may be needed during the busy periods -- check their website. Check website for limited seasonal "hunting only" or maintenance days. Enchanted Rock was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1970 and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
Driving to the start box
16710 Ranch Rd-965, Fredercksburg TX 78624. From IH-10 at Exit 477, turn east on US-290; at Exit 523, turn north on US-87. In Fredericksburg, go N from Main St. on Milam (RR 965) 18 miles to park entrance gate on the LEFT side. Walk Box inside Ranger Station.
Maps phrase and directions link
The address / location has not been set.
Volkssportverein Friedrichsburg (AVA-0001)
Event website: www.walktx.org/AVA1
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