The Rock is a huge, pink granite exfoliation dome, that rises 425 feet above ground. The park is 1643.5 acres in size. The altitude ranges upto 1825'. Temperature in the summer can reach 100F.

Activities include sightseeing, backpacking, camping, hiking, technical and rock climbing. Resources and facilities are limited in the Park. For more information contact Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, 16710 Ranch Rd 965, Fredericksburg TX 78624 or call 325-247-3903.

All pictures on this page are from Enchanted Rock State Natural Area or nearby, using various film and digital cameras.

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From the parking lot, looking up at the top of Enchanted Rock.
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Hiking up Summit Trail to Enchanted Rock.
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From the top of Summit Trail on Enchanted Rock.
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From the top of Summit Trail on Enchanted Rock.
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From the top of Summit Trail on Enchanted Rock, looking out to Little Rock.
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Looking at Enchanted Rock from the hike to Little Rock.
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Vulture on Little Rock.
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Vulture flying away on Little Rock.
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A bald eagle along Rt 29, between Austin and Enchanted Rock.
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Further information can be found at the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area page or
American Southwest Enchanted Rock State Natural Area site.