Route Descriptions

Texas Hell Week Route Descriptions

1-A Crabapple-Doss-Harper Loop – Sunday, March 26, 2023

Distance: 101.9 miles

Elevation gain: 5,778 feet

This route is N and W of Fredericksburg. Less than 1% (0.2 miles) of the route is on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain is 56.7 ft/mile. This is a scenic ride across rolling Hill Country farm and ranch land with many short climbs (100 to 400 ft) – no major climbs.

The route heads N out of Fredericksburg to Crabapple. At approximately mile 18 the route becomes an irregular counterclockwise 66-mile loop. At mile 41 riders will enter the quaint, immaculate town of Doss – the only town of any significance on the entire route. Here you will find the only commercially available services on the route – The Doss General Store & Café.

The first 45 miles averages about 1,800 ft elevation. From 45 miles to 80 miles the route averages 2,100 ft elevation. At approximately mile 84 – in Crabapple – the route takes riders back to Fredericksburg on the same road used in the beginning.

This route best portrays the real Texas Hill Country. No major highways, very little traffic. The only downside – not much commercial support en route. Riders must come fully prepared.

1-B Crabapple-Doss Loop – Sunday, March 26, 2023

Distance: 65.9 miles

Elevation gain: 3,824 feet

This route is a counterclockwise loop NW of Fredericksburg. Less than 5% (3.1 miles) of this route is on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain is 58 ft/mile. This is a scenic ride across rolling Hill Country farm and ranch land with several short climbs (100 to 400 ft) – no major climbs.

At mile 41 riders will enter the quaint, immaculate town of Doss – the only town of any significance on the entire route. Here you will find the only commercially available services on the route – The Doss General Store & Café. Riders must come fully prepared.

1-C Crabapple-Mason Loop – Sunday, March 26, 2023

Distance: 37.3 miles

Elevation gain: 1,842 feet

This route is a counterclockwise loop NW of Fredericksburg. Approximately 8% (3.1 miles) of this route is on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain is 49 ft/mile. This is a scenic ride across rolling Hill Country farm and ranch land. There are only 2 climbs of consequence – 330 ft and 350 ft.

There are no commercially available services on this route. Riders must come fully prepared.

2-A Camp Verde Loop - Monday, March 27, 2022

Distance: 89.4 miles

Elevation gain: 4,489 feet

This route is an elongated counterclockwise loop S and W of Fredericksburg. Approximately 12.4 % (11.1 miles) are on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain is 50 ft/mile. This is a scenic ride across rolling Hill Country farm and ranch land with several moderate to steep climbs.

The route heads W out of Fredericksburg across gently rolling farm and ranch land. The first 20 miles of the route are within the Pedernales drainage on the Edwards Plateau. Between mile 15 and 22, the route gradually climbs out of the Pedernales drainage up onto the southern rim of the Edwards Plateau. At mile 24 the route descends into the Guadalupe River drainage, across I-10 into Kerrville.

Between mile 27 and 72 the route lies within the Guadalupe River Valley. There are 2 easy climbs along the south flank of the Guadalupe Valley – the first along the Medina Highway, 200 ft beginning at approximately mile 36, followed by a descent along Turtle creek, and the second along Bandera highway, 200 ft at approximately mile 49, followed by along Verde Creek. After passing through Center point, there is a third climb mid-valley – 300 ft at about mile 60.

At approximately mile 67 the route begins its 500 ft. climb N out of the valley, crossing I-10 at mile 67.5 and reaching the rim of the Edwards Plateau at mile 72. From here the route gradually descends back into the Pedernales drainage and on to Fredericksburg.

The high point on the route is 2,089 ft at the southern edge of the Edwards Plateau (mile 21.5). Low point on the route is 1,478 ft at the Guadalupe River Crossing in Center Point (mile 58.8).

The first gas station/c-store is immediately after crossing over I-10 at mile 28.3. There are others in Kerrville (mile 34.7 and mile 35.2) and Center point (mile 58.4 to mile 59). There are none after Center Point. It’s 30+ miles with some steep climbing back to Fredericksburg. Make sure you have plenty of fluids before departing Center Point.

2-B Kerrville-Center Point Loop - Monday, March 27, 2022

Distance: 74.6 miles

Elevation gain: 3,474 feet

This route is a counterclockwise loop S and W of Fredericksburg. Approximately 4.5% (3.4miles) are on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 46.6 ft/mile. This is a scenic ride across rolling Hill Country farm and ranch land with a couple of moderate to steep climbs.

Between mile 27 and 57 the route lies within the Guadalupe River Valley. The route follows the Guadalupe River downstream to Center Point. Shortly after leaving Center Point heading N, at approximately mile 46, there is a mid-valley climb of approximately 300 ft, after which the route descend again to the valley floor.

At approximately mile 54 the route begins its 500 ft. climb N out of the valley, crossing I-10 at mile 52.6 and reaching the rim of the Edwards Plateau at mile 57.2. From here the route gradually descends back into the Pedernales drainage and on to Fredericksburg.

The high point on the route is 2,083 ft at the southern edge of the Edwards Plateau (mile 21.5). Low point on the route is 1,478 ft at the Guadalupe River Crossing in Center Point (mile 43.6).

The first gas station/c-store is immediately after crossing over I-10 at mile 28.9. There are others in Kerrville (mile 34.7 and mile 35.0) and Center point (mile 44.2). There are none after Center Point. It’s 30+ miles with some steep climbing back to Fredericksburg. Make sure you have plenty of fluids before departing Center Point.

2-C Headwaters Loop - Monday, March 27, 2022

Distance: 46.3 miles

Elevation gain: 2,144 feet

This is an elongated clockwise loop W of Fredericksburg. No portion of the route is on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 46.3 ft/mile. Most all of the route lies within the Pedernales drainage on the Edwards Plateau.

The route heads W out of Fredericksburg, gradually climbing to 2,133 ft. at mile 22.4 on the south rim of the Plateau, where it turns N and descends back into the Pedernales drainage.

The route derives its name from the fact the westernmost portion of the route lies near the headwaters of the Pedernales River.

The route is generally very flat farm and ranch land. There are no steep climbs. The high point on the route is 2,134 ft. at mile 22.5 and the low point on the route is 1,661 ft. at mile the Live Oak Creek crossing (mile 2.9).

There are no opportunities to re-supply out on the route. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you.

3-A Willow City-Stonewall-LBJ Loop - Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Distance: 96.6 miles

Elevation gain: 4,605 feet

This is a clockwise loop N and E of Fredericksburg. Approximately 2% (1.9 miles) are on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain is 47.7 ft/mile. This route lies entirely up on the Edwards Plateau.

The route heads west out of Fredericksburg, north on Hayden Ranch Rd and across US 290. Most of the route is north of US 290. There are many cattle guards and water crossings. The route follows stream valleys – and crosses Live Oak Creek 4x, Pecan Creek 6x, Crabapple Creek 4x and Pedernales River 2x. This is a scenic ride across rolling Hill Country ranch land. There are no steep climbs.

High point on the route is 2,185’, near the intersection of Cherry Mountain Loop/Gypsum Mine Road (mile 22.6). Low point on the route is 1,400’ at intersection of FM 1/Lower Albert Road (mile 63.1).

Riders will pass through Lyndon B. Johnson State Park. “LBJ” was the 36th president of the USA, serving from 1963 to 1969. He had previously served as vice president from 1961 to 1963 under President John F. Kennedy. After the assassination of “JFK” in 1963, LBJ became president. He also served in the US House of Representatives and US Senate. He was born on a ranch near Stonewall, Texas in 1908, passed away in 1973 and was buried in the Johnson Family Cemetery near Stonewall.

There are limited opportunities to re-supply … one gas station/c-store (mile 57.8) in Stonewall. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you.

3-B Stonewall-Grape Creek Loop - Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Distance: 55.1 miles

Elevation gain: 2,706 feet

This is a clockwise loop N and E of Fredericksburg. Approximately 3% (1.6 miles) are on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain is 49.1 ft/mile. The entire route is on the Edwards Plateau, north of US 290.

Most of the route lies along the north edge of the Pedernales River drainage. The elevation generally ranges from 1600 to 1800 feet. Between mile 22 and 30 the route drops into the valley, crosses the Pedernales and returns to the north flank of the valley. Ranches predominate.

The route is relatively flat – there are no steep climbs. There are 2 high points – both on the north flank of the Pedernales valley – 1870 ft (mile 4.7) and 1845 ft (mile 40.3). The low point is 1418 ft at the Pedernales River crossing (mile 24.4 and mile 27.4).

There are limited opportunities to re-supply … one gas station/c-store at the mid-point (mile 25.1) in Stonewall. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you.

3-C Stonewall Loop - Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Distance: 45.0 miles

Elevation gain: 2,111 feet

This is a clockwise loop N and E of Fredericksburg. Approximately 3.6% (1.6 miles) are on state or federal highways.Overall elevation gain is 46.9 ft/mile. The entire route is on the Edwards Plateau, north of US 290.

The route is relatively flat. There are no steep climbs. The high point is 1870 ft (mile 4.7) and the low point is 1418 ft at the Pedernales River crossing (mile 24.4 and mile 27.4).

There are limited opportunities to re-supply … one gas station/c-store at mile 25.1 in Stonewall. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you.

4-A Luckenbach-Bear Creek Loop - Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Distance: 51.1 miles

Elevation gain: 2,279 feet

Wednesday is “Ride to Luckenbach Day”. All 3 rides – A, B and C – head to Luckenbach, each by a different route.

This ride is a clockwise loop N out of Fredericksburg up Lower Crabapple, E and S toward Luckenbach and W and N back to Fredericksburg. Approximately 1.5% (3 miles) is on state and federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 44.6 ft/mile.

Riders never leave the Edwards Plateau. The route passes across gently rolling farm and ranch land. The Pedernales River is crossed twice (mile 20.5 and mile 47.5).

The high point on the route is 2,070 ft at mile 36.5 along the south edge of the Pedernales Valley and the low point is 1,483 ft. at mile 20.5 at the first Pedernales River crossing. There is not a great deal of climbing.

The highlight of the day is world famous Luckenbach. In 1849 Albert Luckenbach established an Indian trading post on Grape Creek. His family and other German immigrants settled along Grape Creek in the 1850s. August Engel established the post office in 1886 under the name Luckenbach. Humorist and writer, John Russell Crouch, born in Hondo, Texas, bought the town in 1971. “Hondo” Crouch presided over the town as mayor and began promoting the town as an alternative to modern urban lifestyle. The town’s motto was, “Everybody’s somebody in Luckenbach.” In 1977 Bobby Emmons and Chips Moman wrote a song about Luckenbach, “Let’s Go To Luckenbach, Texas (Back To The Basics Of Love)”. The song was recorded by Waylon Jennings and promptly went to the top of the charts. And the rest is history, so to speak.

There are no gas stations/c-stores on this route. The idea is to ride to Luckenbach – have fun – ride back.

4-B Luckenbach-Cain City Loop - Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Distance: 37.2 miles

Elevation gain: 1,454 feet

Wednesday is “Ride to Luckenbach Day”. All 3 rides – A, B and C – head to Luckenbach, each by a different route.

This ride is a counterclockwise loop S and E out of Fredericksburg to Luckenbach and N and W back to Fredericksburg. Approximately 4.3% (1.6 miles) is on state and federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 39 ft/mile.

Riders never leave the Edwards Plateau. The route passes across gently rolling farm and ranch land. The Pedernales River is crossed twice (mile 4.8 and mile 16.6).

The high point on the route is 1,869 ft at mile 32.5 and the low point is 1,470 ft at mile 16.6. There is very little climbing.

The highlight of the day is world famous Luckenbach. In 1849 Albert Luckenbach established an Indian trading post on Grape Creek. His family and other German immigrants settled along Grape Creek in the 1850s. August Engel established the post office in 1886 under the name Luckenbach. Humorist and writer, John Russell Crouch, born in Hondo, Texas, bought the town in 1971. “Hondo” Crouch presided over the town as mayor and began promoting the town as an alternative to modern urban lifestyle. The town’s motto was, “Everybody’s Somebody in Luckenbach.” In 1977 Bobby Emmons and Chips Moman wrote a song about Luckenbach, “Let’s Go To Luckenbach, Texas (Back To The Basics Of Love)”. The song was recorded by Waylon Jennings and promptly went to the top of the charts. And the rest is history, so to speak.

There are no gas stations/c-stores on this route. The idea is to ride to Luckenbach – have fun – ride back.

4-C Muesebach-Luckenbach Loop - Wednesday, March 30, 2022

Distance: 35.0 miles

Elevation gain: 1,274 feet

Wednesday is “Ride to Luckenbach Day”. All 3 rides – A, B and C – head to Luckenback, each by a different route.

This ride is a counterclockwise loop S out of Fredericksburg, E on Muesebach Rd, Old San Antonio Rd and FM 1376 to Luckenbach, and N and W back to Fredericksburg. Approximately 3% (1.1 miles) is on state and federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 36.4 ft/mile – the lowest of all the TXHWK rides.

Riders never leave the Edwards Plateau. The route passes across gently rolling farm and ranch land. The Pedernales River is crossed twice (mile 4.8 and mile 16.6).

The high point on the route is 1,786 ft at mile 8.7 and the low point is 1,468 ft. at mile 16.6. There are very few hills.

The highlight of the day is world famous Luckenbach. In 1849 Albert Luckenbach established an Indian trading post on Grape Creek. His family and other German immigrants settled along Grape Creek in the 1850s. August Engel established the post office in 1886 under the name Luckenbach. Humorist and writer, John Russell Crouch, born in Hondo, Texas, bought the town in 1971. “Hondo” Crouch presided over the town as mayor and began promoting the town as an alternative to modern urban lifestyle. The town’s motto was, “Everybody’s Somebody in Luckenbach.” In 1977 Bobby Emmons and Chips Moman wrote a song about Luckenbach, “Let’s Go To Luckenbach, Texas (Back To The Basics Of Love)”. The song was recorded by Waylon Jennings and promptly went to the top of the charts. And the rest is history, so to speak.

There are no gas stations/c-stores on this route. The idea is to ride to Luckenbach – have fun – ride back.

5-A Mountain Home Loop - Thursday, March 30, 2023

Distance: 104.5 miles

Elevation gain: 5,653 feet

This ride is a counterclockwise loop W of Fredericksburg to Mountain Home, SE to Kerrville and NE back to Fredericksburg. Approximately 22% (22.8 miles) is on state and federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 54 ft/mile. The northern portion of the route is on the Edwards Plateau and the southern portion is in the Guadalupe River Valley.

Leaving Fredericks burg riders will gradually climb out of the Pedernales drainage up onto the south rim of the Plateau, the high point on the route – 2,247 ft at mile 41. Riders will then cross I-10, pass through Mountain Home and gradually descend into the Guadalupe River drainage, entering Ingram and crossing the Guadalupe at mile 62.7. There are a couple short, relatively steep climbs (mile 64 and 66) out of the valley, then a descent back into the valley, enter Kerrville and crossing the Guadalupe again at mile 72.

The Guadalupe River drops 70 ft. between Ingram and Kerrville. The low point on the route is 1,600 ft. at the Guadalupe River crossing in Kerrville at mile 72. Riders will pass though Kerrville and begin climbing out of the valley, crossing back over I-10, and continuing climbing back up onto the Edwards Plateau. This route has a fair amount of climbing.

The high point on the climb out is 2,092 ft. at mile 83. There they begin a gradual descent into the Pedernales drainage through gently rolling farm and ranch land into Fredericksburg.

There are gas stations/c-stores conveniently placed at mile 28.5, 62.2 and 76.3. There are others as well in Kerrville.

5-B Harper-White Oak Loop - Thursday, March 30, 2023

Distance: 69.1 miles

Elevation gain: 3,709 feet

This ride is an elongated E-W counterclockwise loop W of Fredericksburg. There is less than 2% (1.3 miles) on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 53.7 ft/mile. Most all of the route is characterized by gently rolling farm and ranch land.

The route lies entirely on the Edwards Plateau and within the Pedernales drainage - half N of US 290 and half S. The headwaters of the Pedernales can be found in pastureland west of Harper.

The high point on the route is 2,275 ft at mile 32.4 on Jung Rd N of Harper. The low point on the route is 1,638 ft. at mile 66.3 where FM 2093 crosses Live Oak Creek just outside the Fredericksburg city limits.

There is 1 opportunity to re-supply - Dauna’s Store in Harper, mile 37.4.

5-C White Oak Loop - Thursday, March 20, 2023

Distance: 29.9 miles

Elevation gain: 1,367 feet

This ride is an elongated E-W counterclockwise loop W of Fredericksburg. Approximately 12% (3.6 miles) is on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 45.7 ft/mile.

Basically, the route follows Boos Ln, River Rd, SH 16 and Morris Ranch Rd out to White Oak Rd and returns to Fredericksburg via FM 2093, Hayden Ranch Rd and Live Oak Rd. The route is characterized by gently rolling farm and ranch land. The route lies entirely on the Edwards Plateau and within the Pedernales River drainage.

The high point on the route is 1,897 ft at mile 19.1 along Tivydale Rd and the low point on the route is 1,591 ft at mile 3.7 where Boos Ln crosses the Pedernales River.

There are no opportunities to re-supply on this route – make sure you have everything before you start.

6-A Center Point-Waring-Welfare Loop - Friday, March 31, 2023

Distance: 86.4 miles

Elevation gain: 4,936 feet

This route is a counterclockwise, elongated N-S loop. Riders depart Fredericksburg heading S, cross I-10 heading SW into Center Point, E toward Comfort and SE parallel to I-10. They cross I-10 and head back N through Welfare and Waring to Fredericksburg. There are 4.3 miles (4.7%) on state and federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 56.8 ft./mile – the highest of all the TXHWK rides.

The northern portion of the route is on the Edwards Plateau and the southern portion is in the Guadalupe River Valley. Riders gradually ascend to the southern rim of the Plateau, reaching the high point of the ride (2,045 ft. at mile 17.5), after which they begin the descent into the Valley.

Shortly after crossing I-10, riders will pass by the Historic Cypress Creek School and begin the first of mid-valley climbs. After topping out at 1,816 ft. at mile 26.9, the route descends into Comfort. There are 2 more short climbs, topping out at 1,766 ft. at mile 44.1 ft. and 1,760 ft. at mile 45.5, after which the route parallels I-10 SE. Riders cross I-10 at mile 54.1 and head north, passing through Welfare to picturesque Waring. Leaving Waring, the route crosses the Guadalupe River and passes through a mature stand of cypress - this may be the most beautiful spot in the entire Texas Hill Country. The river crossing is the low point on the route – 1,288 ft. at mile 61.2.

After riders turn onto Old #9/Old San Antonio Rd, they begin a gradual ascent out of the Guadalupe Valley back up onto the Edwards Plateau, passing by Old Tunnel State Park and the Alamo Springs Café (voted “Best Burger in Texas” … and it is very good!), gradually descending into the Pedernales drainage and on to Fredericksburg.

There are several gas stations/c-stores in Center Point (mile 31.1 to mile 31.7). This ride has a substantial amount of climbing. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you, particularly when climbing up out of the Valley.

6-B Center Point Loop - Friday, March 31, 2023

Distance: 75.1 miles

Elevation gain: 3,826 feet

This ride is, basically, an “out-and-back” with a 30-mile loop between the out and back legs … looks like an upside down lollipop on the map. The route heads S out of Fredericksburg, crosses the Pedernales River, heads down Center Point Rd, crosses I-10, continues to Center Point, heads NW up the Guadalupe River Valley, just short of Kerrville heads NE and SE parallel to I-10, and passes under I-10 and heads back north to Fredericksburg.

There is 10% (7.7 miles) on state and federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 51 ft/mile.

The route drops off the Edwards Plateau at mile 17.5. There are 2 mid-valley climbs, the first occurs at the beginning of the loop at mile 25, and the second, a more gradual ascent, begins just outside Kerrville at mile 40. The route passes under I-10 at mile 53.1 and climbs out of the Valley back up onto the Plateau topping out at mile 58.2. From there it is a gradual descent into the Pedernales drainage and into Fredericksburg.

The high point on the route is 2,056’ at mile 16.8 southbound and mile 58.3 northbound. The low point on the route is adjacent to the Guadalupe River W of Center Point at 1,485’ at mile 31.4.

There are 2 Gas station/C-stores, both in the Guadalupe Valley – Shell Gas Station/C-Store in Center point at mile 30.6 and Stripes Gas Station/C-Store in Kerrville at mile 39.3. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you, particularly when climbing up out of the Valley.

6-C Bankersmith-Hayden Ranch Loop - Friday, March 31, 2023

Distance: 43.2 miles

Elevation gain: 2,187 feet

This route is a clockwise loop S and W of Fredericksburg. Approximately 4% (1.8 miles) is on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 50.6 ft/mile.

The route lies entirely on the Edwards Plateau, all of which is within the Pedernales River drainage. The high point on the route is 2,070 ft at mile 16.4 on Grape Creek Rd. The low point is 1,564 ft at the Pedernales River crossing along Old San Antonio Rd at mile 4.2.

This route is typical rolling Hill Country farm and ranch land. The route is relatively flat. There are no steep climbs.

There are no opportunities to re-supply. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you.

7-A Waring-Comfort Loop - Saturday, April 1, 2023

Distance: 93.9 miles

Elevation gain: 4,707 feet

This route is a clockwise loop S of Fredericksburg. The route follows River Rd, Center Point Rd, Bear Creek RD and Grape Creek Rd SE to Old San Antonio Road and S past Alamo Springs Café and Old Tunnel State Park (mile 20.6). The route then heads SE on FM 473 and Zoeller Ln to Waring. From there it roughly parallels I-10 NW through Comfort and Kerrville before heading back NE to Fredericksburg.

Less than 1% (0.8 miles) are on state and federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 50.1 ft/mile.

The northern portion of the route is on the Edwards Plateau and the southern portion in the Guadalupe River Valley. There are three high points on the route – the first is 2,070 ft at mile 14.6 - before dropping off the Edwards Plateau into the Guadalupe drainage. The low point is at the Guadalupe River Crossing -1,274 ft at mile 35.3 – just before entering Waring. This section of the Guadalupe, with a beautiful stand of cypress is idyllic, arguably the most beautiful spot in the Texas Hill Country. The second high point is 2,002 ft at mile 58 - just SE of Kerrville. Leaving Kerrville the route passes over I-10 and climbs out of the Guadalupe Valley back up onto the Edwards Plateau reaching the third high point - 2,092 ft. at mile 76.5 before gradually descending into the Pedernales drainage and back to Fredericksburg.

Waring is a classic small Hill Country town with well-preserved historic buildings - Texaco Gas, Waring General Store, school house and church.

From Comfort through Kerrville there are several opportunities to re-supply. There are 2 gas stations/c-stores and a market in Comfort between mile 44.3 and 44.8 and 1 gas station/c-store after leaving Kerrville (mile 65.7). There are no opportunities to re-supply after crossing I-10 on the way N out of the Guadalupe Valley. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids for the 28-mile ride back into Fredericksburg.

7-B Old Tunnel- Grapetown-Luckenbach Loop - Friday, April 2, 2023

Distance: 54.6 miles

Elevation gain: 2,444 feet

This route is a counter clockwise loop S of Fredericksburg. Mid-way through the loop there is a short “down-and-back” to Old Tunnel State Park. Less than 3% (1.5 miles) is state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain averages 44.7 ft./mile.

The route heads S out of Fredericksburg - Boos Ln, River Rd, Bear Creek Rd to Old San Antonio Rd and S to Old Tunnel State Park where it turns around and heads back to N through Grapetown and E to Luckenbach. From here it heads N and W back to Fredericksburg.

This is a scenic ride across rolling Hill Country farm and ranch land. The ride is relatively flat – there are no steep climbs.

The high point is 2,070 ft at mile 14.6 and the low point is at the Pedernales River crossing - 1,468 ft at mile 34.1.

There are limited opportunities to re-supply. There are no gas stations/c-stores. But the Luckenbach Store at mile 29.6 should be a good re-supply point. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you.

7-C Old San Antonio-Old Tunnel loop - Saturday, April 1, 2023

Distance: 34.4 miles

Elevation gain: 1,688 feet

This route is basically a clockwise loop to Old Tunnel State Park and back. The route is entirely within the Pedernales River drainage on the Edwards Plateau. Less than 5% (1.7 miles) is on state or federal highways. Overall elevation gain is 49 ft/mile.

The route heads E and S out of Fredericksburg crossing the Pedernales River on Old San Antonio Rd the S past Bankersmith to Old Tunnel State Park. At this point riders will reverse the route back to Grape Creek Rd where they will head NW on Bear Creek Rd to Center Point Rd and N back to into Fredericksburg.

There are 3 high points on the course, all on the southern portion of the route. Two are on Old San Antonio Rd – 1,926 ft at mile 9.1 and 1,887 ft at mile 13.9 - Old Tunnel State Park – the turn-around point. The third is along Grape Creek Rd at mile 19.9. The low point on the course is 1,564 ft at mile 4.2 - the Pedernales River crossing on Old San Antonio Rd.

There are no opportunities to re-supply on this route. Be sure to carry enough food and fluids to sustain you.

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