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William Goodrich Jones State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 160 Google reviews · Running trail in Conroe, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- 17 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from William Goodrich Jones State Forest'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.
Peaceful state park with trails for horseback riding and hiking past several small lakes.
What runners say about William Goodrich Jones State Forest
“There is a small pond area that is very picturesque and may have some fish to catch at the right time of year.”
“Good place for a quiet nature walk, horse riding and cycling is also possible.”
“Several different trails, as it is the Spring Conroe area the trails are flat so easy walk”
An excellent place for hiking or long walks. The trails are nice and wide, and have an equestrian parking area for people to bring and ride their horses. Several small lakes and lots of birds
Beautiful trees and nice trails. Most trails are a straight line and flat.There’s picnic benches at the entrance.
Loop trails that are great for families, strollers, couples, bikes, dogs and even horses. Highly recommended!!
Came here for a leisurely hike. It was a gorgeous day, yet not many people on the trails. There are multiple trails and I did see a woodpecker and a few squirrels.
Trail conditions & character
“Loop trails that are great for families, strollers, couples, bikes, dogs and even horses.”
“There is a small pond area that is very picturesque and may have some fish to catch at the right time of year.”
“The trails are nice and wide, and have an equestrian parking area for people to bring and ride their horses.”
“Good place for a quiet nature walk, horse riding and cycling is also possible.”
“Several different trails, as it is the Spring Conroe area the trails are flat so easy walk”
“If you're looking for a real park experience go the extra 30 miles to Huntsville.”
Plan your run at William Goodrich Jones State Forest
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Distance17 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8 pm |
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