Texas is home to several suspension bridges, with the most notable being the Regency and Waco Suspension Bridges. You’ve probably heard of those two before, but did you know there’s another suspension bridge hiding in the W G Jones State Forest? It’s part of a short-and-sweet hike the whole family can enjoy, and you’ll love every step you take.
Located in the W G Jones State Forest near Conroe, Sweetleaf Nature Trail and North Boundary Trail Loop is an easy, 2.3-mile trek that takes you over the river and through the woods for quick adventure suitable for all ages and skill levels.
AllTrails/Shari Guttormson The trail is lined on either side by towering pine trees, and every step takes you deeper into the fairy tale landscape.
Ancient tree roots snake across the path, serving as natural footholds that help you manage the gradual, 55-foot elevation gain.
AllTrails/Shari Guttormson Check out the fall leaves on the ground - although this trail is gorgeous in every season, autumn is an especially magical time.
The scenery is constantly changing since it’s a loop trail instead of an out-and-back hike, so new sights await at every turn.
AllTrails/Melissa Wall Some of the oldest trees in the forest look like they came straight from the pages of a children’s storybook, their gnarled bases intertwining in displays of whimsy and enchantment.
You’ll cross the Rice Branch San Jacinto River in two different places, and the waterfront views are simply breathtaking.
AllTrails/Chelsea Lambert Two different ecosystems converge: marshland in the center, and lush forest terrain on the outskirts.
Perhaps the neatest part of the trail is the suspension bridge at the very end.
AllTrails/Nicole H Worth waiting for, this man-made feature is a lovely sight to behold and tons of fun to cross.
Swaying from side to side underneath you, the bridge offers a unique vantage point from which to observe the beautiful surroundings.
AllTrails/T Wadsworth Go back and forth as many times as you’d like - the hike is only two miles long, after all.
The suspension bridge isn’t even the only footbridge on the trail.
AllTrails/Dustin Seelye You’ll cross several others before it’s all said and done, each one with its own distinct style and character.
To learn more about the hike, visit its page on AllTrails.
AllTrails/Shari Guttormson
The trail is lined on either side by towering pine trees, and every step takes you deeper into the fairy tale landscape.
Check out the fall leaves on the ground - although this trail is gorgeous in every season, autumn is an especially magical time.
AllTrails/Melissa Wall
Some of the oldest trees in the forest look like they came straight from the pages of a children’s storybook, their gnarled bases intertwining in displays of whimsy and enchantment.
AllTrails/Chelsea Lambert
Two different ecosystems converge: marshland in the center, and lush forest terrain on the outskirts.
AllTrails/Nicole H
Worth waiting for, this man-made feature is a lovely sight to behold and tons of fun to cross.
AllTrails/T Wadsworth
Go back and forth as many times as you’d like - the hike is only two miles long, after all.
AllTrails/Dustin Seelye
You’ll cross several others before it’s all said and done, each one with its own distinct style and character.
Have you ever embarked on the Sweetleaf Nature Trail and North Boundary Trail Loop? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below. Tell us how it went, then check out our previous article for another short and easy hike perfect for a quick stroll.
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Address: W G Jones State Forest, 1328 Farm to Market Rd 1488, Conroe, TX 77384, USA
