Fun Hiking on Chisenhall Trails in Burleson, Texas – Hike #3
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A fun hiking on Chisenhall Trails in Burleson, Texas is awaiting you. It maybe a biking trail, but you don’t have to own a mountain bike to explore the trails, because hikers can use the same trails with entrances from the bikers exit. That way hikers can prepare the room when they see bikers coming their way. For some it may not be comfortable, but we don’t always find a separate trail for hikers and bikers near where we live.
That’s where my husband and I went hiking for my 3rd hike of the year. Just a little info for those of you who just bumped into my article, this year I decided to do the 52 weeks 52 hikes challenge. I read about it when looking at an IG post, and I thought it’s a good idea. So, I challenged myself to do it. I know it won’t be easy, but that’s what the challenge is about, right?
Fun Hiking on Chisenhall Trails in Burleson, Texas – Hike #3
When we arrived at Bailey Lake Park, we didn’t know that we would end up at Chisenhall Trails. We just followed the paved trail that took us to behind Chisenhall Fields Sports Complex across the street.
Not too many people on the trail. In fact, I could count them with my fingers. Perfect, right? Our dog Snoopy was also with us and he was happy as he always did when go hiking with us.
The paved trail looks nice and marked every few feet. My guess it’s for a safety reason. I think a lot of people brought their dog here, too, because Snoopy sniffed non-stop since he got out of the car.
When we approached the back of the sports complex, we saw a guy disappeared into the woods. Hmm… where did he go? It looked interesting!
Once we hit the spot where he disappeared, we saw a path led all the way across the stream. Then we saw nature trails and a map of something. Sweet!
Apparently, it’s a bike trail that hikers can use, too. Woohoo! And there’s one more thing. Part of the trails called Goatman’s Island! Creepy! (learn more about goatman here.)
From the trails map board, we took the trail on the right-hand side. Just like most of hiking/biking trails in North Texas, bushes and live oaks are found along the trail. It’s mostly flat and we found a drop not long from the starting point. If you hike with your children, expect them to go back and forth at this spot.
On the right side, a creek is flowing, separating the trails area with what I think the city property and/or private property. I walked down to the creek, but it’s just too bad, lots of plastic bags and empty soda cans along the creek. We also saw plastics and soda cans along the trail. A good clean-up project for the Cub Scout, I said to my husband.
In the middle of the trail is a big open grassy area. We don’t know what that is for. Looks like good for camping though. The trails are circling this grassy field.
After about a quarter way, the trails divided into several trails. We couldn’t find the exit or entry sign, just arrows. One trail was muddy, the other one has a wooden platform across the creek that we thought Snoopy wouldn’t want to cross. Lots of steep hill, too. So, we turned to left what we thought was an exit of the bike trail. Here we saw a shelter. Did someone camp out here?
My husband told me that years ago, he used to take his Boy Scout troop here for hiking and launching rocket. But after they tore down the old facility and built Chisenhall Sports Complex and the city is getting bigger, he didn’t know if this area is still around.
Almost to the end, we hit another steep hill. This one was steeper and more fun.
When arrived at the starting point, we saw a couple of bikers. I guess we were lucky we didn’t have to share room with them.
All in all, the trails at Chisenhall Trails in Burleson from the beginning to the end have the same terrain. Nature trail, bushes and live oak along the trails, flat and steep hills, because it’s a biking trail. I would say it’s easy and fun for the whole family. Also, it’s within the city limit, so you only need a short drive. In fact, for some it’s in a walking distance.
Later I heard from an IG friend that this trail was built by the Burleson Area Cyclist. The main loop is about 2 ¼ miles long, but another 2 miles or so have been worked on the last year or so. My guess it’s the one at the back, the ones that we didn’t get to explore. We hiked for 3 miles that day. Tired, but it was fun.
Have you been there? If you haven’t, go and check it out. You will have fun hiking on Chisenhall Trails.
How to get to Chisenhall Trails in Burleson, Texas
If you come from Ft. Worth, take I-35W S towards Waco. Take exit 35 to West Hidden Creek Parkway. You will see Bailey Lake Park on the right side, follows by Chisenhall Sports Complex on the left. You can park at Bailey Lake Park for longer miles of hiking, or go straight to Chisenhall and park at the back.
If you come from south or north of 174 towards Burleson, turn east to West Hidden Creek Parkway. Chisenhall will be on your right, follows by Bailey Lake Park on your left. You can park either on Bailey Lake or Chisenhall.
The bike trail location is approximately in the middle of the sports complex. Just follow the paved trail.
Address: 500 Chisenhall Park Lane, Burleson, TX 76028.
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I really like phsysical challenges and think the 52 hikes in 52 weeks is an amazing idea. It also is an easy but brilliant concept to ask hikers to walk in the opposite direction than bikers. Hiking in the constant fear that a mountain biker will run over you is no fun.
Yes! The 52 hikes 52 weeks challenge is really an amazing idea. I’m planning to do it again in 2022.
Americas! I’m yet to head in that direction. I’m always impressed by the national parks and the ability of camp in them! For example, in the forests in India that would be impossible, for there is every chance of being eaten up by a wild animal! Haha…
A special hug to you for taking your dog along with you for all your adventures! I’m sure he’s one happy dog!
As someone who also came from Asia, I found the National Parks in the U.S. are so impressive. Easy to explore (at least part of it), camp in them like you mentioned, and safe. And yes, my dog is a happy hiker/campers. 🙂
Chisenhall Trails in Burleson look really beautiful and hiking over there must be a great experience. I’m really glad to see that you’re sticking to your idea about the 52 week hike challenge. It’s very sad to see plastic and trash while hiking but nevertheless seems like a great experience and I’m glad you had a great time.
Thank you, Daniel! We’ll see how the challenge go.
“Saw a guy disappear into the woods”…. well that would have freaked me out, not “find it interesting”> LOL! But sounded like fun in the end. Love that it brought back some old memories for your husband. Sounds like a good short trail if you needed a nice day out and if you’re wanting to be active.
I guess that’s the point of city parks. Easily reach for a nice day out and if you are wanting to be active.
Happy to know that your dog Snoopy was with you. I often hike with my two dogs too and they are the best companions. Your post just reminded me to start researching for more dog-friendly trails.
I think naturally dogs like to be outside. Hiking is like an exercise also for them, especially if they don’t have big yards to roam around.
I am surely going to post this on social media. This is one of the many interesting hikes I keep reading about in Texas. If I were in Texas, I would pick up each location for each weekend. How blessed you are to be there and having experiencing all these!
Thank you, Shreya! I’m still looking for trails near me since Texas is really big. Lots of beautiful nature trails are far from where I live. So I have to dig more.
That looks like an awesome hike!! I’ve always wanted to visit Texas!!
It looks so cool, you find some of the best spots! And its genius to include directions!
I see you brought your dog with you this time! Looks like a nice hike except for all the trash, that is sad. Thanks for sharing!
I don’t really like sharing a trail with mountain bikers. They are sometimes quite inconsiderate. But otherwise Chisenhall Trails in Burleson look really beautiful. I’d love to hike one of these trails if I go to Texas.
I can understand it after the next hike I did after Chisenhall. There’s a separate biking trail and they moved really fast. It’s dangerous for hikers.
Such an awesome goal to hike 52 trails this year! I’m sure Snoopy’s happy about that goal too. This looks like a pretty relaxing trail for a weekend stroll. Can’t wait to see what other trails you discover this year!
Thank you, Diana! I hope I can make that 52 hikes. But I didn’t take Snoopy with me on the last 2. 🙁
I hadn’t heard about the 52 weeks 52 hikes challenge yet. It sounds like a great idea! The Chisenhall Trails look like a lovely hike, but I think I’d be sure to do it early in the morning. The legend of the Goat Man is a little creepy! Good luck with your hiking challenge 🙂
Actually this is a global movement. I don’t follow the group rules, suggestions, or whatever you call it. I just did it myself because at where I live, I have more city parks than state parks or national parks. Too far to get out there. Goat Man is something. 🙂 I hope I will finish the challenge.
I am enjoying your challenge for the year. In regards to the rubbish that is so sad that it is there and that people don’t respect their surroundings. The photos look amazing. The trails look very inviting. Such a beautiful part of the state.
Thank you, Jane!
I really like the idea of the 52 week hike challenge. Great work on your 3rd hike, should be a nice year filled with nature that you will have! I also get a little upset seeing plastic and trash while hiking, so sad that people don’t pick up after themselves!
I know. Sometimes those trash brought by the water, but again if people didn’t start throwing it to the water, then I wouldn’t see it around the trail.