The Best Trails in Texas (United States)

11,400 trails

(30)
  • Mariscal Canyon

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    near Talley, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    7.64mi
    Elevation +
    1483f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofMariscal Canyon Photo ofMariscal Canyon

    Don't wander up the trail too far - stay close to the canyon. The drive is very, very long (90+ minutes), but the views are worth it. Bring water, this was a hot hike, and it was January.

  • Memorial Park Hiking Loop

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    near Bellaire Junction, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    4.98mi
    Elevation +
    157f
    TrailRank
    27

    A loop hike through Memorial Park. Mountain bikes aren't allowed on portions of the trail; other portions are shared. Lots of ravines. If you're looking for topography in Houston, this as close as you're going to get. It...

  • Katy, TX to NW Austin, TX backroads

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    near Heritage Meadows, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    147.46mi
    Elevation +
    3550f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofKaty, TX to NW Austin, TX backroads Photo ofKaty, TX to NW Austin, TX backroads Photo ofKaty, TX to NW Austin, TX backroads

    Trying to avoid the interstate and 290 or 71 as much as possible. Famous stop at The Hill in Bellville,TX and a shipping container hotel outside of Roundtop, TX. Two areas worth discovering more.

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  • NW Austin - Junction

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    near Greenshores, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    180.58mi
    Elevation +
    9767f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofNW Austin - Junction Photo ofNW Austin - Junction Photo ofNW Austin - Junction

    NW Austin to Junction for the TX ADV Riders Rally. Took back roads and time to smell the flowers (as much as possible).

  • Medina river trail

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    near Oak Island, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    4.36mi
    Elevation +
    115f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofMedina river trail Photo ofMedina river trail Photo ofMedina river trail

    One of the trails in this beautiful Medina River Natural Area. It’s one of the best wheel chair accessable trails in the world.

  • Santa Elena Canyon Trail

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    near Terlingua Abaja, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    1.86mi
    Elevation +
    200f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofSanta Elena Canyon Trail Photo ofSanta Elena Canyon Trail Photo ofSanta Elena Canyon Trail

    I beautiful trail along the river Rio Grande. I did it an afternoon and it was very hot, so I recommend to do this trail in the morning.

  • Pro Race Loop

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    near Union Grove, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    9.70mi
    Elevation +
    912f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofPro Race Loop Photo ofPro Race Loop

    Credit for this loop, along with the following description, goes to Jason Gonder, who originally posted this loop on the Mountain Bike Project app. I had fun riding the loop and found it challenging. Thanks Jason. OVERV...

  • Big Thicket - Beaver Slide Trail

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    near Camp Seale, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    1.12mi
    Elevation +
    30f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofBig Thicket - Beaver Slide Trail Photo ofBig Thicket - Beaver Slide Trail Photo ofBig Thicket - Beaver Slide Trail

    Recommended for the unique yellow carnivorous bladderwort plants. Flowering in April around the perimeter of the first pond. There are some easily discernible beaver dams as well.

  • near Quitaque, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    1.04mi
    Elevation +
    98f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofCaprock Canyons SP, Texas - Natural Arch Photo ofCaprock Canyons SP, Texas - Natural Arch Photo ofCaprock Canyons SP, Texas - Natural Arch

    There is a natural arch located on the Eagle Point Trail. We didn't have time to do the entire trail that day, so we parked at a trailhead on the north side and hiked in to the natural bridge only. The parking lot we use...

  • near Westway Number 6 Colonia, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    6.47mi
    Elevation +
    1184f
    TrailRank
    25

    This loop trail follows Lower Sunset and Upper Sunset trails in Franklin Mountain State Park Tom Mays Unit for a six mile hike. Well maintained and well marked, fossils, crystals, and a variety of rocks and minerals were...

  • Leander Benbrook Ranch

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    near Leander, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    2.34mi
    Elevation +
    30f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofLeander Benbrook Ranch Photo ofLeander Benbrook Ranch Photo ofLeander Benbrook Ranch

    Leander Benbrook Ranch. Nice out-and-back trail. Gravel path behind the baseball fields then turns into a wide paved path behind a neighborhood. Stroller friendly and pet friendly. Several dog stations along the trail to...

  • near Sunrise Acres, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    1.45mi
    Elevation +
    16f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofMammoth's Trunk Trail - Franklin Mtns State Park Photo ofMammoth's Trunk Trail - Franklin Mtns State Park Photo ofMammoth's Trunk Trail - Franklin Mtns State Park

    Highlights: Hike through Upper Fusselman Canyon (Ron Coleman Trail) to a scenic overlook. Near: El Paso, TX Distance: 2.9 miles round trip Elevation Gain: 1200 ft Hike Time: 2 hours Difficulty: Strenuous Trail Con...

  • Cow Pie Hill

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    near Alvord, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    13.66mi
    Elevation +
    2579f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofCow Pie Hill

    Started at Rhodes Lake then hiked cross-country due East in Section 21 until we got to CR 2685. We walked along 2685 north until we reached the Forest Service gate, then crossed 2690 and climbed the Forest Service Fence ...

  • 2018.03.30 Katy, TX - GWB trails

    Road Bike
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    near Windsor Park Lakes, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    3.24mi
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo of2018.03.30 Katy, TX - GWB trails Photo of2018.03.30 Katy, TX - GWB trails

    Of several possible entries into GW Bush park from the west, one of the easiest is from the south end of the Mason Creek Trail tarmac just south of S. Fry Road. Although the initial ride is easy (sorry i didn't turn Stra...

  • near Fort Worth, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    10.07mi
    Elevation +
    72f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofTrinity Trails (TH15) / Fort Worth / Texas / USA Photo ofTrinity Trails (TH15) / Fort Worth / Texas / USA

    I started and ended Trinity trail head 15 in Gateway Park. This first half was packed gravel and was easy riding. Nice elevation so a cool breeze was consistent. I turned around at the Fort Worth railroad monument and ro...

  • near Minters Chapel, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    1.72mi
    Elevation +
    56f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofWe world on the train to go to different terminal Photo ofWe world on the train to go to different terminal Photo ofWe world on the train to go to different terminal

    To all our readers, This is the 1st time we've interrupted your reading recently, so we'll get straight to the point: This Tuesday we ask you to protect Wikipedia's independence. 98% of our readers don't give; they simpl...

  • Gorman Falls Trail

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    near High Valley, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    1.41mi
    Elevation +
    16f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofGorman Falls Trail Photo ofGorman Falls Trail

    Gorman Falls Trail is a nice, easy trail until about the last couple hundred feet. At this point, it becomes rocky and drops off sharply. But there is a cable installed to help keep hikers from slipping and falling. Ther...

  • East MLK MTB trails

    Mountain Bike
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    near Burris, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    3.29mi
    Elevation +
    92f
    TrailRank
    23

    This is how I ride it but other may do it differently. The area is broke into two parts one of them is the northern most trails commonly called cactus ally. If you are new to mountain biking then you should avoid cactus ...

  • Big Creek Trail

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    near Liberty Hill, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    10.26mi
    Elevation +
    174f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofBig Creek Trail Photo ofBig Creek Trail

    Hike from Big Creek Scenic Area to Double Lake. This is part of the Lone Star Hiking Trail (marker 73.8 - 82.5).

  • North Shore Trails Grapevine Texas

    Mountain Bike
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    near Flower Mound, Texas (United States)
    Distance
    4.89mi
    Elevation +
    171f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofNorth Shore Trails Grapevine Texas

    Thru winding uphill’s and close to the edge downhill’s, this trail will keep the adrenaline pumping. Pay close attention as you come close to the bluffs near the shores because you might miss out on numerous crystal form...

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