Medina River Natural Area

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James Massingill

This is a hidden gem on the Southside of San Antonio. There are multiple levels of walking trails from level 1 to 4. The trails are all wide enough for mountain bikes to pass hikers when needed. Lots and lots of shade...which is very welcome in this part of Texas. This was our first hike so we didnt bring quite enough water for the time we took. However, it is an awesome trail to just enjoy nature. There is a paddling trail and a place to put in. I sent this to my brother and for some reason the website says boating prohibited. We believe boating and paddle boats must mean two different things. So if paddling is your thing it seems to be a good spot...mountain biking would be great too. We intend to come back for sure.

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A Private User

The Natural Area has some fun bike trails and great river views. Great for dog walking! The Greenway is currently a 7+ miles 4 foot wide concrete hike and bike trail, with vicious switchbacks in the stretch between hwy 16 and Applewhite. I hope that they adjust these to make them more handicap and elderly accessible. I didnt give 5 stars because although there are plenty of fishing areas where people kill the wildlife, there is no place people are allowed to at least wade, but swim, including a beautiful, calm water swimming hole. A no brainer!

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Marcial Sifuentes Castillo

Fui hoy primera vez a correr me gustó..... hoy domingo 24 julio. 2016 volveré más y seguiré corriendo un poco más. Lo recomiendo fui a las 7 pm y termine 8:30 Todavía había luz

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Teri Blaschke

Safe and clean park with and untouched feel but obviously well cared for. Majority of trails are paved but some that venture down to the Medina River are natural soil. Trails are well marked making it easy to tell where and how far youve hiked. Several unique programs are scheduled over the course of the year that are educational for young and mature alike. Dont forget to bring water for the trail in the summer.

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Michael Malton

If you want to go for a good job or bike ride but do not want to fight the crowds of people, this is the place for you! I ride here just about every Sunday and it is amazing. The paved trails are marked and well kept, there are some challenging switchbacks though. The dirt trails are even better if! Plenty of trees around to block out the Texas sun. The long drive is well worth it.

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Jonathan Ramos

This river is amazingly awesome its way cleaner than the San Antonio river! Its a bluish-grey, just amazing!! Took a dip in it and it has to be 10ft. or more deep! I let my dog jump in she loved it! definitely recommend this park. The water taste good too all though it was risk. I was really thirsty so I caved... Its good to swim. The currents are somewhat strong so caution is advised.

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TDB

Love the early morning bike rides when its still dark. Still beware of your sourounding as the wildlife is still active early morning. I came across some hogs and they did charge, luckily I knew what to do. And runners, please dont have the volume on your headphones up high. You need to hear and see whats going on around you just incase. I love them trails and I go there a lot...

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Dennis Moreno

Beautiful park. They have both paved and unpaved trails with infomative markers about plants and animals. Fishing in the Medina river is allowed in designated areas. No swimming is allowed. Lots of tall trees and shade alo g paths. Thare are several miles of paths to explore.

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Alex M

Today is April 14, 2016 Someone locked us in please send help if you are reading this! It is 840pm they werent supposed to close until 10pm. Im diabetic and so is my mom. My daughter is 4, who is also with us. There is no way out!!!

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Ric Najera

This is a fantastic park. Its huge and it has something for everyone: pets, kids and adults. They have trails that range from wheelchair/stroller accessible to unimproved rough trails. If youre near San Antonio stop by

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Robert Mireles

Great place to walk and ride, and do some fishing, plenty of shade on the trails. Has a huge reservation picnic area with shade for gatherings, and has several gatherings to learn about birds and other things.

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David Fodor

Good place a short hike or a long one if you choose. The best parts were in the trail in front for hiking. I wouldnt recommend the rest since its all paved and mostly open sun. Good trail for biking though.

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Wendy Nieves

Beautiful place! Restrooms at this entrance. Be aware that paved trail will go from level 1 to level 3 and back several time over the length of the trail. Some of the switchbacks are very steep.

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Michael Fletcher

Great Trail very well maintained and they have bike Rangers that roam around in case you need help. Beautiful scenery and a great well kept secret. A real jewel in the San Antonio Park system

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Justin Thompson

What a hidden gem! Beautiful views and quiet solitude can be found here. The few times Ive run into park stewards or staff, they are friendly and helpful.

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A Private User

Great park. I used to work there and it is awesome for escaping the city. Fishing, walking trails, wildlife, biking....it doesnt get better than this

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Michelle Van Winkle

Love going running here. Beautiful and quiet. Short and long trails. Like going here to regroup myself. Serene....River goes through it.

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Martin Sanchez

Great view and hike. Very clean park, looks constantly well kept. Has a few fishing spots that showed tremendous potential.

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Matt Schipper

Awesome park. Quiet, with soft dirt trails. Fishing isnt good, but the serenity of walking this park makes up for it.

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Rick Hidalgo

I went kayaking here. 3 spots on the river were huge trees blocked my path. Still a fun float

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Ian Meinzen

Great place for a ride. Unpaved trails are a wonderful surprise (when there open, that is...)

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Caryl Cook

Beautiful place to walk, run or bike. From easy to difficult, a great place to visit!

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Stavo Arguello

Always been a fan of this AREA, one day my kids will share this experience with me ..

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Bob Cap

It was fun walk but prices are getting high n to do zip line was almost $30 for one

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SAM TREVINO

Love the isolation just perfect. Always looking for other to enjoy the ride

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Alieana Carter

Scenic and shady. Short trails but still nice. View of the river nearby.

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Justin Jaks

the diabetic lady who gave this a one star is still trapped in the park.

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rodrick huron

Great place to hang out you can do all kinds of things in the woods

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RuBenoe Moralez

Gps has marked wrong took to somebodys house almost hit horse

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Ytszel Trinidad

This place has great access to the trails....hteat scenery

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Thomas Hayes

Just look out for snakes here and you will enjoy this park

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Roman Lopez

Really nice trails to get away for a bit and real close...

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Jonathan Wright

This place was amazing. We almost stepped on a snake.

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A Private User

Excellent trails to bike along a beautiful river bed!

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Derek Patteson

Great natural area. Good escape from the city.

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cristina delgado

I love it here i come to enjoy my quiet walks

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Jesse Guerra

Great place, clean and quite.. Alot to enjoy

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Mary Cansino

Relaxing and it runs through my back yard

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Chriz Gonzalez

I took a bike ride around its very nice.

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Vonda Patchin

Beautiful scenery, peaceful place to see

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Joyce Gonzales

I really liked this park. great trails

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Gary Knapp

We love using their group camping site.

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Jose montez

Nice quiet hardwood forest type trails

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Daniel Scaccianoce

Such a beautiful park.well kept secret

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Vicky Walls

Just an average walk, nothing special

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check yo-self

Love the place makes you feel relaxed

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