We’ve talked about a lot of parks in Texas, but few compare to the overwhelming beauty of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. Between a 1,800-foot tall pink granite rock where the park gets its name to 11 miles of hiking trails and rock climbing opportunities, this park truly has it all. If you’ve never experienced it before, we highly recommend it!

Climbing Enchanted Rock is like climbing the stairs of a 30-40 foot story building! Be prepared for a workout if you want to hike the rock.
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More experienced outdoorsmen can enjoy rock climbing at various locations in the park as well. Plus, there's a cave at the back of the rock just waiting to be explored.
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(Most people don't know about it because it's well-hidden and easily overlooked, so you're welcome!)
The park's remote location makes for a beautiful place to gaze at the stars for a while. You can even attend Rock Star Parties here where you might just see a shooting star!
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Texas' beauty is undeniable, especially in the heart of the state.
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This is along one of the hiking trails leading to Enchanted Rock.
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The contrast of colors in the park makes for a visually appealing hiking experience.
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This iconic place to get away from it all never gets old. keep in mind that the park closes when it reaches capacity, as it often does on the weekends and holidays. You can purchase a "Save the Day" pass up to 30 days before your visit.
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Check updates on the state park’s Facebook page so you don’t waste a trip. Fall and winter usually have fewer crowds, and summer is the busiest time of year.

Have you ever been to Enchanted Rock? Let us know your experience in the comments! If you’d like more information about the park, visit the Texas Parks & Wildlife website.

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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, 16710 Ranch Rd 965, Fredericksburg, TX 78624, USA