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Schob Nature Preserve
4.4 ★★★★☆ 31 Google reviews · Running trail in College Station, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Schob Nature 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.
What runners say about Schob Nature Preserve
Nestled in the neighborhood and sprouting with surprise trails and paths to draw you onward, into nature with a breath of fresh air. Tables for picnics, benches to rest and observe, space to retreat, to think, to dream and be one with the great outdoors. I rate this place a real treasure and a pleasant excursion:)
Very small, but nice respite. Attempted prairie restoration. Some paths are wheelchair accessible. Worth a stop.
It is a small piece of nature in the middle of a historic neighborhood. It is well kept and a very nice place to walk.
Great park for an evening walk with the family and to do a little bird watching
Trail conditions & character
“Some paths are wheelchair accessible.”
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The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–10 PM |
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