Texas · Hiking

Zebra

7.0 mi
round trip
681 ft
climb
357 ft
high point
Out and back
route
Oct–May
best months

Is Zebra open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in National Forests in Texas. It doesn't name Zebra, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · National Forests in Texas. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Zebra is a 7-mile hike in the Sam Houston Ranger District of the National Forests in Texas, about 14 miles of trail from start to finish, with a high point of 357 feet and a low of 223 feet. The climb is an out-and-back, and the steepest stretch comes at about 1.9 miles in, with a grade of 8 percent. The Forest Service manages the land. The route is rated moderate, and the trail allows both horses and bikes. That makes it a flexible option for riders and pack animals heading out together. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Huntsville show April highs around 77°F and October highs near 79°F, while July and August climb into the low 90s. The Sandy hike starts just 0.1 mile away, and the Fern and Cagle hikes are each within about a mile and a half. Cagle Recreation Area is about 3 miles off and offers camping.