McKinney Roughs Nature Park, Texas, United States
4.5 (53 reviews) Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent Ranking #4 in Cedar Creek Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
A fun place to see nature and explore.. some amazing scenic spots for pics and viewing..
McKinney Roughs is an 1,100 acre nature park where characteristics of four ecosystems-- Post Oak Savannah, Blackland Prairie, East Texas Piney Woods, and a riparian zone-- converge to create an unusual blend of natural resources. Located just 13 miles east of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, McKinney Roughs is home to hundreds of plant and animal species living within the rolling box canyons, wildflower meadows and lazy river bends of the Texas Colorado River. McKinney Roughs is a day use park where visitors can explore close to 18 miles of trails by foot or 12 miles on horseback (bring your own horse). The park offers many community programs as well. At the Visitors Center, pay your entrance fee and get the latest trail information. Peruse the gift shop and learn about the area's indigenous species through interactive exhibits and why the "river is the reason" for the presence and protection of this natural area. Features Natural Science Programs The park's Mark Rose Natural Science Center is home to quality science-based education programs led by trained educators and professional staff. Teachers, home schoolers, youth and corporate groups can schedule day or overnight education programs to learn about water conservation and land stewardship. Recreation programs such as a river raft trip and team-building on the challenge course tie together the strands of your group's nature experience. Amenities Special Event Facility Rental Host your next conference, workshop, retreat or meeting at one of LCRA's nature parks and natural science centers. Nonprofit, government and corporate groups are eligible to use the facilities for a reasonable fee. The spacious meeting room hosts up to 120 people and can be divided into three separate sections. A kitchen area is available. A catered dining hall accommodates up to 250 people. Three dormitories house up to 128 guests.
Address
1884 State Highway 71 W, Cedar Creek, TX 78612-3412
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Website
https://www.lcra.org/parks/Pages/mckinney-roughs-nature-park.aspx
Working hours
Monday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Current local date and time now
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 13:05
User Ratings
4.5 based on (53 reviews)
Reviews
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5Dynamo41 5:00 PM Feb 28, 2022
A gem with wonderful trails.
I was not expecting much as none of my hiking friends have heard of it, but were we surprised! This is a pristine area of land with well-marked hiking trails. None of them are strenuous or even difficult, but there are several trails that you can connect to make it as long as you'd like. The workers there are all very polite and knowledgeable. We will definitely return to explore more trails in the park.
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4AliseUntamed 5:00 PM Jul 5, 2020
A hidden gem!
WOW... jetting down the highway I was so happy to find this little gem. Just decided to drive through and what a find! There are miles of trails, even UTV, with beautiful educational buildings. Right inside the gate we already saw a family of deer. There seemed to be overnight accommodations, and of course, the Hyatt is very close too. I was definitely be back. So pristine, well cared for lands. Such a gem!
