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Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,957 Google reviews · Running trail in Houston, Texas · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 1.7 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve'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.
This 80-acre preserve features Marshall Lake, fishing piers, a canoe launch, paved trails & more.
What runners say about Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
“Spots for fishing, clean bathrooms, a lot of space for a picnic, swings, free parking, and much more.”
“Beautiful scenery, happy families getting together while staying active, and plenty of pristine hiking trails to explore allowing oneself to better connect with God.”
“It is huge and has a very long walking trail, perfect for a jog or a bike ride.”
An awesome park for morning exercise or recreation, whether walking, running, skating, biking, canoeing, etc. 1.7 mile paved path around the lake. With access to the west side of 249 and Cypresswood Dr. Several platforms on the lake, very nice restrooms.
It's a little bit of everything - one can bike, skate, or hike on the paved areas and enjoy the trees, birds and water - then there are the unpaved areas that are wonderfully well tended so clear but still very natural - one can canoe or kayak if that's ypur thing.
Exception regional park. 1.8 mile paved path around the lake. With connections to the west side of 249 and Cypresswood Dr. Wheel chair accessible throughout. Lots of lake access with several platforms out into the lake. Restrooms are nice. Lots of people fishing, walking, biking, and running. Birds and turtles.
**update** I saw a beaver swimming in the lake tonight (4/26/25)...so cool!! Love this park. I'm here 3x per week. Such a beautiful place to walk, study, take a picnic lunch, or just relax. I see people let their little dogs in the lake. I see signs that say there could be snakes or alligators.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful scenery, happy families getting together while staying active, and plenty of pristine hiking trails to explore allowing oneself to better connect with God.”
“This is a fun park to visit and if you're a hiker, there is a paved walkway all the way around the lake.”
“Spots for fishing, clean bathrooms, a lot of space for a picnic, swings, free parking, and much more.”
“Spots for fishing, clean bathrooms, a lot of space for a picnic, swings, free parking, and much more.”
“It’s super dog-friendly, well-maintained, and feels very safe.”
Plan your run at Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance1.7 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone(713) 274-4299
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