Its 5,400 acres vary from rocky hills to broad creek bottoms, from grasslands and oak groves to steep canyons. Springs feed the streams which build into West Verde Creek. Multi-use trails wind through the SNA for 36 miles. Horseback riders can access the trail system from several developed equestrian sites. Mountain bikers can also enjoy most of the trails.
Tanks scattered around the area offer cool swimming holes on hot afternoons.
In addition to the equestrian sites, the SNA has three walk-in tent areas for camping. Reservations for the tent sites and a group lodge are made through a Central Reservations System. Backpacking camping areas are 1.5 to 3.5 miles from trailheads. From San Antonio, head northwest on State Highway 16 to Bandera. Go south on State Highway 173.