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Denton Katy Trail - Hiking & Cycling Greenbelt

4 ★★★★☆ 20 Google reviews · Running trail in Denton, Texas · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Denton Katy Trail - Hiking & Cycling Greenbelt's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

PavedOpen 24hScenic

What runners say about Denton Katy Trail - Hiking & Cycling Greenbelt

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (20 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

So far I’ve just covered the North part of trail, from Loop 288 up. Love this trail, great example of a Rail trail that shares the space adjacent to railroad. Easy to follow paved trail with nice scenic views. Great for walking or biking. Also nice direct route connecting Denton to Lewisville.

★★★★★ — Hannah , Apr 2022

Rode this trail with my wife and 12 year old son. Excellent cycling, walking or running trail. We will be going back or at least I know I will. We rode from Target in Denton to Swisher in Cornith and back. I think that was a bit much for my son, but he made it!!!!

★★★★★ — Kevin , Jul 2020

Long trail to bike, walk, jog or run. Clean with not many people around, still seems safe and open view for other people around to see you and don't feel you're in danger.

★★★★☆ — Daniel , Apr 2020

Good trail for biking, walking and skateboarding. Not too many people out on the trail when we went, but it was hot. There is some shade depending on where you are at. We didn't have too many road crossings either. Overall seems like a good, long trail. Get out and exercise and explore on this trail!

★★★★★ — Michael , Jun 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 20 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 5 mentions

“Clean with not many people around, still seems safe and open view for other people around to see you and don't feel you're in danger.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 4 mentions

“It is a good trail, concrete for biking walking and running.”

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Plan your run at Denton Katy Trail - Hiking & Cycling Greenbelt

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • Websitediscoverdenton.com
  • Phone+1 940-349-7275
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Denton Katy Trail - Hiking & Cycling Greenbelt

Denton Katy Trail, Denton, TX 76210

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.