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Go Batty! by imike ![]() This section of the trail begins at Monk's Crossing (MM 284.5) and terminates on the western end at South Plains (MM 301.5). This trail section includes Quitaque Canyon and the Clarity Tunnel and is the most scenic section of the trail's 64 miles. The distance from Monk's Crossing to the tunnel and back is nine miles. A colony of Mexican free-tailed bats inhabit the tunnel with the largest populations from April thru October.
The trail use requires permits (self serve at the trail access points) and overnight permits (available at Caprock Canyon State Park). There are restroom facilities at Monk's crossing and along the route... and possibly water (carried in and provided in portable dispensers), but it would be a good idea not to rely on these sources. Take plenty of water for your trip. Fauna: The park harbors numerous wildlife species such as African aoudad sheep, mule, and white-tailed Deer, raccoons, coyotes, bobcats, opossums, porcupines, foxes, and over 175 species of birds. The pride of Caprock Canyons is the official Texas State Bison Herd (the largest herd of buffalo in the state park system) and the not-often-seen Golden Eagles. Combined with a visit to Caprock Canyon State Park, this scenic Rails to Trails adventure makes for a great outing. Check out the Triplog. Leave No Trace and +Add a Triplog after your hike to support this local community. One-Way Notice This hike is listed as One-Way. When hiking several trails on a single "hike", log it with a generic name that describes the hike. Then link the trails traveled, check out the example. |