When European settlers first arrived in Central Texas, much of the Hill Country was a savanna - a softly undulating expanse of grass punctuated with oaks and junipers. Because of fire suppression and overgrazing, few of these savannas remain today. The Wildflower Center works to restore the savanna to its original character which you can experience through our trails.
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Savanna Meadow Trail The 1/2 mile Savanna Meadow Trail features a cave, a windmill and an explosion of color each spring. Learn more |
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Woodland Trail The 1/4 mile Woodland Trail connects to the Savanna Meadow Trail. It is lined with many common Hill Country woodland species, including pecans, elms and oak. Learn more |
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John Barr Trail The 1/4 mile John Barr Trail is the perfect place to become familiar with the trees, shrubs, and cacti of the Texas Hill Country. Learn more |
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Restoration Research Trail The 1 mile Restoration Research Trail features the landscape restoration research area, a living laboratory where we study the ecology of the Texas Hill Country. Learn more |