After walking around downtown, we headed to Sul Ross University to hike Hancock Hill behind it. Markers would be nice, for us less experienced hikers. The Daytripper 2,263 views. When you reach the abandoned school desk (which was hauled up to the top of the hill in 1981 by three Sul Ross students), you’ve reached the end of the 20 minute hike up the hill. My dog went through a whole bottle of water ( 24oz ) but it was 90 degrees outside. or. The population was 5,905 at the 2010 census. OR. The descent starts a little bony off the summit cone. Proper footwear ( no flip flops, sandals) is a must. !Davis Mountains State Park: 30 Minutes (26.9 miles) on TX- 118 N !Big Bend Ranch State Park: 1hr 10 min (71.8 miles) on US-90 E and US-385 S !Big Bend National Park: 1 h 23 min (80.9 mi) on TX-118 S Upcoming •Mountain Country Christmas Bazaar @ Alpine Civic Center - December 1 Lots to explore. The Desk is now the endpoint of a 20-minute hike up Hancock Hill where visitors can sign the notebook kept in the desk as well as take in the spectacular view of the school and surrounding town. Found the desk there was wildlife present! I know actual idea where I was going to end up till I got to the sign on the pass. Be sure to peruse and sign the guest book at The Desk, dragged by three Sul Ross students to the top of the hill in 1981. Steep climb (might have to hike-a-bike) to start then technical rock descending Images: (1) My daughters and nephew horsing around in front of Twin Peaks, Alpine’s iconic mountains; (2) Luz and Paloma play tourist in front of one of the many beautiful murals in downtown Alpine, Texas; (3) Hiking Hancock Hill, behind Sul Ross State University. Many of the trails on and around the hill are unrideable and poorly planned, just rutted routes straight up the hillside. After reaching the top you are met with views of the city and a ring of mountains in the distance! Want to go hiking Boston? Keep going right when you get to the rock bay. Email or Phone: Password: Forgot account? Popular Colorado hike the Ice Lakes trail near Silverton has been damaged by large numbers of hikers who leave behind trash and feces. The notebooks tell life stories and capture the hearts of the many travelers who have made the trek. OR. Hike Hancock Hill and write in the notebook left at The Desk. Book Your Room; "The Desk on Hancock Hill" by Jim Glendinning Hancock Hill Hancock Hill is a mountain in Texas and has an elevation of 4849 feet. Alpine, TX 2 Alpine Hiking. Lovely afternoon hike, as it’s shaded if you start out to the right. I often joke that I turned a half hour hike into a four-hour hike on my first day in Alpine. Great trail. And after lugging myself about a mile up the trail, I arrived at the top of Hancock Hill and found a metal desk overlooking a stunning vista. This is a relatively easy 1.8 mile loop trail. One place that is like no other is this 40-year-old school desk atop Hancock Hill in Alpine, Texas. Our first try up we did not find the desk. Hancock Hill is north of Pete P Gallego Center. Gorgeous wildflowers! The mural tour was really fun for us and a great way to explore the city. Trails in Alpine - 1. Don’t have a lot of time but want to go hiking Boston for a wonderful summit view? Only saw a handful of people on the trail. Cell service is not good enough with my carrier in order to have the maps pulled up. Accessibility Help. Either way I figured it out with the help of a few people I met along the way. How did the Desk on Hancock Hill, the backdrop to Sul Ross University, get there? When you first enter just go straight.. we took a left and veered off trail.. nice hike the tree and desk make for a fun photo opportunity. Follow the scenic hiking trail to the top and you’ll encounter The Desk, an actual desk that three Sul Ross State University students hauled up in 1981. Apr 5, 2020 - Hike Hancock Hill and write in the notebook left at The Desk. Alpine station is situated 1½ miles southwest of Hancock Hill. OR. The end of the trail is marked by an old desk that was drug to the top by former students at the university. I often joke that I turned a half hour hike into a four-hour hike on my first day in Alpine. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. !Hancock Hill Hike: Behind SRSU, Magnificent view of the entire City! Parking: Park at the Harris Center for the Harriskat and Thumbs Down trails. Hancock Hill For a breathtaking view of the desert valleys and mountains that surround Alpine, climb to the top of Hancock Hill. ★ ★ ★ ★ denwasya 6 months, 2 weeks ago ★ ★ ★ Public Tracks. EASY 1.9 mi. EASY 3.5 mi. It's so quick to get to the desk that I ended up exploring all over Hancock Hill. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The desk will be to the right. 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Sleeps 4 or 5 easy - $128 avg/night - Alpine - Amenities include: Internet, Air Conditioning, TV, Washer & Dryer, Children Welcome, Parking, No Smoking, Heater Bedrooms: 2 Sleeps: 6 Minimum stay from 3 night(s) Bookable directly online - Book vacation rental 894047 with Vrbo. We went left as well and gave up (it was also 95 degrees). Hancock Hill Want to go hiking Boston? Your FREE account works with all Adventure Projects sites . In the desk is a notebook that you can sign your name and leave a little note for the next person. Add Your Trails. 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