Thunderbird Bypass
Trail
0.7 mile
1.1 kilometer
point to point
Intermediate/Difficult
Elevation
Ascent:
0'
0 m
Descent: -263' -80 m
High: 4,877' 1,487 m
Low: 4,614' 1,406 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 7% (4°)
Max Grade: 19% (11°)
Dogs
Leashed
Weather
Unknown
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“A short alternate route along the Franklin Mountains' western foothills.”
— Brendan RossFeatures Birding · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife
Description
Part dirt access road and part singletrack, this segment is an option for hikers looking to bypass Thunderbird's poorly-maintained southern section. The trail splits off from Thunderbird and Down and Out at a water tank, descending southwest towards the suburbs. Near the end of the access road, the trail turns south and becomes singletrack, crossing the aforementioned arroyo itself and passing two more water tanks.
The remainder of the trail is somewhat rocky and uneven, on par with many other Franklin Mountain trails. Cacti grow close to the path in this segment, and sometimes in the middle of it, so watch your step. The Bypass connects back up with Thunderbird near a rock cairn.
The remainder of the trail is somewhat rocky and uneven, on par with many other Franklin Mountain trails. Cacti grow close to the path in this segment, and sometimes in the middle of it, so watch your step. The Bypass connects back up with Thunderbird near a rock cairn.
Flora & Fauna
Your typical Chihuahua Desert vegetation, sotols, yuccas, acacias and cacti. Birds and rabbits
Contacts
Land Manager: Texas Parks and Wildlife - Franklin Mountains State Park
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Mar 24, 2017
Jean-Claude Linossi
Another very rocky trail on the west side. Good views.
0.7mi
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0h 45m
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