This small park's main highlight for most visitors is a hike through Longhorn Cavern. There are two miles of additional hiking trails for walkers wanting to experience the rest of the park. After a day of hiking, spend the evening relaxing and enjoying the view from Longhorn Cavern State Park cabins.
This 1.1-mile guided hike goes through the developed passageways of the cavern. Tours take about 90 minutes and are suited to all fitness levels. As there are no narrow sections or crawl-throughs on this tour, it is accessible to visitors of all ages.
Venture out on a short 0.5-mile hike on a flat, wide gravel path. The trail offers views across the park and is an easy walk for the whole family. There are numbered stations along the walk providing information for a self-guided nature walk.
The terrain on this appropriately named 1-mile trail is rocky and steep in some sections, and better suited to experienced hikers. The trail provides lovely views of natural forests.
The most popular activities in Longhorn Cavern State Park are centered around the famous cavern. However, there are plenty of other things to do in the park and surrounding area. You may want to book a few nights at one of the nearby Longhorn Cavern State Park hotels so you can explore the whole area.
If your family is looking for some adventure on your vacation, then this is the tour for you. Take a trip through the undeveloped lower cave by crawling, climbing, and wriggling your way through its narrow openings and spaces. It's best suited to visitors over eight years old and those comfortable with enclosed spaces.
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps and how the group helped build the park and many other parks around the country. There's a small but very well put together museum in the administration building with educational displays.
Buy a few snacks from the on-site shop or bring your own food and have a picnic in the forest, surrounded by natural beauty.