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4,091 ft
Distance
68 ft
Climb
-48 ft
Descent
00:07:25
Avg time
20 ft
Altitude change
630 ft
Altitude min
671 ft
Altitude max
630 ft
Altitude start
650 ft
Altitude end
0.5%
Grade
-8.5%
Grade max
11.8%
Grade min
1,991 ft
Distance climb
1,411 ft
Distance down
650 ft
Distance flat
00:07:25
Avg time

Limbo Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Purgatory Creek Natural Area
    San Marcos, Texas
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 100 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #54659 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #45633 in Trail Running
    • #83492 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department

This trail is rated black due to sections of fairly large unavoidable rocks. These are easily walked by the less experienced rider and and it trail that most can enjoy. Great tree canopy makes for cooler riding during the heat of summer. It would be considered boarderline between blue and black but out of caution so less experienced riders don't get in over their head, it is displayed as black. This trail is easiest riding in the direction shown on the map.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 1 rides
  • 12 miles average
6 Months
  • 68 rides
  • 17 miles avg distance
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  • 308 rides
  • Last: May 31, 2026
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        Directions to limbo-loop trailhead (29.873950, -97.964290)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Limbo Loop

        ▼ Where is Limbo Loop located?
        Limbo Loop is located in Purgatory Creek Natural Area, San Marcos, Texas, United States. It is part of the Purgatory Creek Natural Area trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 29.87395, -97.96429.
        ▼ How hard is Limbo Loop?
        Limbo Loop is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.5%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Limbo Loop?
        Limbo Loop has 68 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 48 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 630 ft to 671 ft.
        ▼ Is Limbo Loop a point to point trail?
        Limbo Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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