Information about Overlook Park Trail is below.

A map and several pictures related to the trail are below the description.

You are welcome to select any other trail by clicking on its link below.

Madrone Trail Hancock Trail Guadalupe Trails

Trail	Purpose	Handicap Accessible	One way	Round Trip
Overlook Park Trail	Hiking	NO	0.6 miles	1.2 Miles
Canyon Dam Trail	Hiking & Biking	YES	0.8 miles	1.6 Miles

Overlook Park Trail

Runs throught the woods and along the shore line. This is NOT handicap accessible.beause it is a natural trail that follows the contours of the land.Half of the trail gently follows the contours of the hill as it winds through the trees and back around on the outside of the trees.

The Trailhead is by the parking area near the dam. The trail can be seen to the left of the parking area. Part of the trail goes into the woods by the large cactus patch around the corner. Look for the tall brown posts with numbers on them. Trail 1 designates the main trail through the park. There are several branches off of trail 1 that are steeper for those that like a challenge.

Over Half of the the trail is heavily shaded and the other half is partial shade to full sun. Come prepared for a nice hike and a challenging one too.

During the spring many plants put off spectular blooms along the trail and in Overlook Park. There is an abundance of wildlife in the park depending upon the season. Some of the species you may come in contact with are as follows: Cottentail Rabbit ; gray squirrels ; rock squirrels; striped skunk ; racoon ; snakes (variety); nine-banded armadillo ; white tail deer ; opossum ; red fox ; gray fox .

Canyon Dam Trai l

starts on either end at Overlook Park or North Park. This trail is handicap accessible and there is a gate that allows wheelchairs and even large strollers through on the south end of the dam inside Overlook Park. The trail covers the full length of the dam. From gate to gate it is approximately 0.80 miles.

You may walk or bicycle across the dam when it is open to the public. Pedestrians have the right of way. Do not ride a bike into another person if you choose to bicycle.

Please remember these simple rules when wild animals are present.

Do NOT feed the animals.

Do NOT bet the animals.

Do NOT attempt to capture one as a pet.

DO Take Pictures.

Do Keep Your Distance.

Overlook Park Trail Map

Trail Pics

(Coming Soon)

If you are interested in volunteering to help us maintain any of the trails at Canyon Lake, contact our volunteer coordinator .