Fantastic municipal park!…read more After a second year at this park, I can say that we love this park. This park is adjacent to the "mighty" Guadalupe River, and in particular Kerville's dammed in Guadalupe Lake, where the park's inhabitants can fish, swim, SUP, kayak, and pretty much anything else you can do in a small body of water. Our scouts had a fantastic time, they spent the entire day in the water... and would have spent the night, had we let them. The grounds on the river side are clean, but fully to semi- exposed to the sunlight, which can be brutal in the Texas summers. This side also has cabins, two docks and a recreation space for events. All were being utilized, but everybody was respectful and friendly. We did cross the highway to hike some of the trails on the opposite side of the park. We found various trails of 3-5 miles of length. There were more cabins and camping spots on this side. All was well maintained. The there are four shower/bathrooms at the top of the camp site, a dumpster for collected trash, and marked campsites. There are spigots for drinking water spread amongst the available campsites, but they are not at every one. The Kerrville City Parks facilitators were always patrolling and attentive to our needs. This park is a beautiful city park, and worth considering for your outdoor activities.

It's been years since I visited the park. I would go there multiple times a week with a $25 season…read morepass, walking the trails and finding the geocaches. It was always enjoyable and a mere 4 miles from my home. But then I was seduced. Yes, Gentle Reader, seduced by the Kerrville River Trail. The concrete, 10-foot-wide trails sang their siren song, beckoning me. Ah, at first I resisted but one day after a rain that would leave the Kerrville-Schreiner Park's trails muddy and inhospitable, I succumbed and became a willing prisoner of concrete bliss. Don't get me wrong, the River Trail is excellent and I'm sure that after heavy rains, I'll find myself there again for awhile. But the River Trail is undeniably an urban trail as it winds its way past roads and buildings--there is no seclusion and as the years past, a secluded spot to walk was what I desired. So, to Kerrville-Schreiner Park I returned. Things had changed. The annual pass fee had doubled to $50. Still, a pittance considering I go a minimum of three days a week. If I chose to pay by the day, a year's use would be $882! And that's allowing for the approximately three weeks in December when the park is closed because of the bow hunters culling the deer population. So, $50 is still very much a bargain. And the fee also includes access to Flat Rock Lake where fishing and boating await you. I was delighted to find that two trails had been added in my absence, the Deer Field Loop and the Teal Trail. Plus, there were add-ons to the Red and Yellow Trails. The new trails are serpentine, weaving their way back and forth through the trees. Both are narrow trails with gentle ups and downs. You will find some areas rocky but still easily navigated. And for those days when the Texas sun is relentlessly beating down, these new trails will provide ample shade, And the add-ons to the Yellow and Red Trails are very similar. So, I'm back and I could swear I heard the trees whisper, "Welcome back, Doc; we've missed you." The feeling's mutual! Whether you're a resident or visitor, consider visiting this Hill Country gem. The trees just might talk to you, too.

I wanted to specifically go to the dog park here as I heard good things about it. It's basically…read morejust a big opened area that's fenced it. It rained the day before so everything was muddy. There was no one else at the park when I went. Maybe I just came at a bad time, but I didn't really see how it would have been any different if I came another time. It was really hard to find, and when we got to the park, getting to the dog park itself was a trek as well. I honestly won't be coming here again. This place was run down and nothing innovative that you can't see at another park.

my fav spot in kerr to just chill at. always here but im an idiot and forgot its an actual park…read morethat has hours & they close at 11 so once a sheriff caught me and told me go home lol

What a very peaceful Sunday outing. Outdoors of course, so the weather will dictate much of the…read moreexperience, but the grounds are very easy to walk and provide a nice, tranquil time reflecting on one's belief. The sculptures are pretty cool, and some are very unique. We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent here. Would recommend anyone see it if nearby.

I have watched this place transform from just the cross to adding the gardens and all the other…read moresculptures. It has been few years I haven't visited until my friend mentioned wanting to go here. Now they have parkings... gardens... it is very well set up and very clean. Even on a Monday it was busy with visitors. You can pray... meditate... enjoy the nature and the view and even you can write a prayer on a stone and leave it there

Still a nice paved trail for walking but as the pictures show, nothing will bring it back to the…read moreway it was since we seem to be having more of these big floods. Now that most of the trail is reopened, you can see exactly how the flood took out all the vegetation on both sides of the river, including most of the trees except the cypress. All the bent over cypress were actuall flattened and are gradually straightening up but it's questionable if they will ever be erect, They have planted a number of trees and plants long the trail and you can still see a lot of deer along it in the morning and evening.

Amazing parks along the river. And the deer. They're everywhere (and not scared). Nice paved…read moresidewalks with a few trails off that loop around. Sharing with bikers so be aware. Nice and peaceful place.

Driving down I-10 it's hard to miss the massive empty cross. Recommend stopping at the gift shop…read morebefore heading up. They provide a map and you can buy a sharpie for the rocks. Awesome statues with meaningful stories, verses all along the walkway, and a memorial to those lost in the flood last year. They have areas with rocks you can decorate but you'll have to bring your own markers unless you stop at the gift shop first.

The question posed, "What went well with my visit to The Empty Cross? My answer is, it was beyond…read morewhat I could've imagined and honestly speaking, everything went well. I wish I would've had more time to spend taking in the beauty of nature and meditating. Visiting The Empty Cross in Kerrville, Texas, was a breathtaking, awe-inspiring experience that deeply touched my soul. Standing in its presence, I found myself drawn into a profound journey of reflection--walking the grounds, reading the inscriptions, and simply sitting in the stillness to meditate. In that quiet, sacred space, the sheer weight and beauty of the moment moved me to tears, offering a powerful sense of release and spiritual connection. My only regret was that time seemed to move far too quickly; I left feeling as though I had only just begun to absorb the peace of the sanctuary. It was an unforgettable encounter that nourished my spirit, and I already feel a deep, undeniable pull to go back, linger longer, and sit with the presence there once again.

Today I tried to go to the Riverside Nature Preserve that was listed on Google and Yelp as open,…read morebut unfortunately they were closed for renovations due to the recent flooding. They will reopen in a few weeks after the center repairs are complete. The trails were well maintained with lots of beautiful flowers and trees that are still in good shape. They have a water fountain with a place to refill your water bottles outside, which was convenient. I look forward to returning soon.

Very disappointing! We scheduled this Bird Walk & Talk event more than a month ago. The meeting…read moreaddress changed, then the time was changed. I sent an email the day before asking which was the correct info and didn't hear back. We showed up early and waited in the parking lot, along with several other people who were also waiting and no one ever showed up. After 20 minutes, we decided to go on our own walk by ourselves. When we arrived to the center, we had driven a long way, so I had to use the facilities and there were none open or available. Will never do this again or recommend it.

Sure wish it had more trees Not a bad park though…read more The teens like it for skateboarding

Nice park. Something for everyone. Pool opens at 12:00. $1.00 entrance fee. Softball fields. Play…read moregrounds for little ones. Hiking trail for the enthusiast.

My wife and I visited Kerrville, Texas to view the 2024 solar eclipse. The city was within a couple…read moreof miles of the eclipse's path of totality. We were favorably impressed by the place itself, and by the preparations and accomodations the City made, both for the many thousands of tourists expected to arrive, all at once, on the day of the eclipse, and for Kerrville's residents, who were certain to be affected by the influx of people and their cars, and by the demands these guests would make on local businesses and infrastructure. The City did a fantastic job of organizing, promoting and managing eclipse viewing opportunities around town. Besides hosting an "Eclipse Festival" in its Louise Hays Park, the city's Parks & Recreation Department opened the Kerrville Sports Complex as a parking and viewing location. This was not a free offer. Pre-paid parking, on either the Baseball/Softball side of the Complex or the Soccer side, cost $75 to $100, depending when it was purchased. I was happy to pay the fee, because I'm a planner, and reserved parking let me avoid driving around a strange town with a clock ticking in my head as the eclipse approached. It saved me from competing with other out-of-towners for a viewing spot. And best, it provided us with a secure stopping place, food, drinks, merch, portable toilets and easy access to the interstate, once the event was finished. I'd never heard of Kerrville before I started planning our excursion, and I don't think I'll have reason to visit again, but I'm grateful to the City and its citizens for their hospitality.