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Summary: The difficult parts of this hike are actually all on the Hillview trail leading you to the Red Oak trail. You will have a steep climg as well as a few llong steps down off large rocks. One thing I noticed about this park is there are usually little chance of having a serene quit hike. There are many other hikers and joggers that come out here. Airplanes fly overhand on landing approaches and there is a military training base nearby that is often shooting on the firing range. In spite of all this I was pleasantly surprised when I got on the Red Oak trail. I immediately noticed that it was much less traveled and seemed quiter. The first half of this trail is under a canopy of trees and along a creek bed. I noticed much more wildlife sign then at any other place in the park. Unfortuantely it is a short trail which leads back to the Hillview Trail. Once back on Hillview you can turn left and comeback the way you came or look at your map and pick a different route. Trailhead: You will have to take the Hillview Trail to the Northwest corner of the park. To find the beginning of the Hillview Trail which will take you to the Red Oak Trail find the kids play area next to the parking lot at the south end of the lot. Go to the info centers and pick up a map. The Hillview Trail begins as a sidewalk right past the info center. Follow the Hillview Trail to the Northwest corner of the park. The Red Oak trail is clearly marked so you should have no problem finding the place to turn off of the Hillview Trail. Be sure to pick up a map in the pavilion area before starting out. (Lat:29.6207763693837 Lon:-98.5751110535607) Trail Guides for Eisenhower Park Red Oak: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: San Antonio Parks and Rec 210-698-1057 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Kevin Reid, who has posted 9 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Raf on 10/7/2006 Great hike. Almost as nice as Friedich Park, which is around the corner on I-10. Give it a try.
Reviewed by Melissa on 1/16/2006 I recently went to this park- and I have to admit I am not a "hiker" but wanted to get out and enjoy the atmosphere. Needless to say- I have found a new hobby- I loved it so much- The trails are at times challenging, but will worth the effort. The Hillview Trail is very rough and very very steep at times...but I enjoyed the entire park. 
Reviewed by Ray on 3/25/2004 great hike will do again. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Texas Hiking, Texas Trails, Texas Hikes, Bexar County Hiking, Bexar County Trails, Bexar County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||