The trail starts just South of Richards, Texas and ends North-West of Cleveland, Texas. The LSHT was conceived by the Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club in 1966. The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) approved construction of the trail and flagging began in 1967, with the first 30 miles constructed in 1968.
Can you camp anywhere on the Lone Star trail?
Backpacking. Camping is permitted anywhere along the trail except September 15 through February 1. Overnight camping is allowed in designated camping areas only during that time period.
What is the longest thru hike in the world?
The Great Trail
How long is the Lone Star Hiking Trail?
129-mile
Are dogs allowed on Lone Star Hiking Trail?
In addition to several points of interest, this forest is also home to the blazed 128 mile Lone Star Hiking Trail. Dogs are allowed throughout the forest and in the camp areas; they are not allowed on the beach or at swimming areas. Dogs must be leashed at all times and under their owner's control.
How long does it take to hike the Lone Star trail?
4-10 days
How do I see trails on Google Maps?
To give it a try, just type “hiking trails” in the search bar at the upper left of the window. Press Enter and you'll see the location of all of the hiking trails in the Google Maps window. Select any of the trail names on the left, and you'll typically find a bunch of information listed about the trail.25 Nov 2020