Carrizo Canyon Trail

Featured Route
on East Carrizo Creek in Comanche National Grassland
  • Total Length
    0.6mi
  • Ascent
    48ft
  • Difficulty
    Easy

The east fork of Carrizo Creek flows through this small canyon graced by juniper and cottonwood trees. American Indian petroglyphs can be found along the canyon walls. A variety of wildlife, especially birds, can be seen in the early morning or before sunset.

The hiking trail along Carrizo Creek gives access to one of the few permanent water sources on the Carrizo Unit of the Comanche. Many different bird species come and go throughout the year. Bird highlights include the Black-chinned Hummingbird, Ladder-Backed, Lewis’s Woodpecker, and more.

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  • Hiking
  • Loop
  • Wildlife
  • Wildflowers
  • Petroglyphs
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