Hiking Trail · San Antonio, TX

Mud Creek Park

About

This park offers a restroom for visitors as well as 1.4 miles of natural (unmarked) hiking trails.

Reviews lean positive — 4.3 out of 5 across 207 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more hiking trails in San Antonio are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other hiking trails in San Antonio.

What works

Solid local standing
A 4.3 average from 207 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
Open every day
The same hours all week (5:00 AM – 11:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Free parking
A free lot and free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.

Planning a visit

General guidance for hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.

A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.

When to go

Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend. The gates are open 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

What to bring

More water than feels necessary
Shoes with grip
A downloaded map — signal thins out
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

Common questions about Mud Creek Park

What is Mud Creek Park?

This park offers a restroom for visitors as well as 1.4 miles of natural (unmarked) hiking trails. It is a hiking trail in San Antonio, TX, at 16875 Jones Maltsberger Rd.

What are the opening hours at Mud Creek Park?

Mud Creek Park is open 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Mud Creek Park?

Yes — Mud Creek Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Mud Creek Park?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.

Is Mud Creek Park good for kids?

Yes — Mud Creek Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Mud Creek Park rated?

Mud Creek Park holds 4.3 out of 5 stars from 207 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

San Antonio has 19 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Eisenhower Park Trailhead, Eagleland Reach San Antonio Riverwalk and Frontcountry Trailhead.