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Flat & Fast Running Trails in Texas
Texas has 92 trails with flat, fast terrain in this directory, across 55 cities and towns — Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth, Dallas and 51 more. Gentle grades for tempo efforts, goal-pace long runs and steady miles.
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Pedernales Falls State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,188 reviews
5,200-acre park with hiking & horseback riding trails, campsites, river swimming & scenic vistas.
Barton Creek Greenbelt
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,508 reviews
This popular urban natural area offers opportunities for biking, hiking, swimming & rock climbing.
Galveston Island State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 4,144 reviews
This 2000-acre park features campgrounds, hiking trails, birdwatching spots & unsupervised swimming.
O. P. Schnabel Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,559 reviews
Sprawling 202-acre park with nature trails, pavilions, picnic tables, athletic fields & a playscape.
Government Canyon State Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,564 reviews
Tranquil park featuring multi-use trails from rugged to beginner-friendly, plus guided canyon hikes.
Oak Grove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,448 reviews
Lakefront park featuring paved trails, picnic tables & sports fields, plus a marina & fishing pond.
Eisenhower Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,914 reviews
Sprawling 320-acre natural area with picnic & BBQ spots, plus 5 miles of hiking & jogging trails.
Bergfeld Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,692 reviews
Neighborhood park with a playground, tennis courts & an amphitheater for events & movie nights.
River Place Nature Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,701 reviews
Picturesque, riverfront park offering a popular forested hiking trail, waterfalls & wildlife views.
Eagle Mountain Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,654 reviews
Recreation area with 400 acres of unspoiled green space, hiking trails & a scenic overlook.
Westside Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,598 reviews
Charming park featuring a fenced-in dog run, children's play space, splash pad & athletic fields.
San Angelo State Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,410 reviews
Park features 50 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking & equestrian use, plus hunting program.
Berry Springs Park & Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,217 reviews
Big, tranquil park with campsites, a nearly 3-mile hiking trail, fishing, donkeys & more.
W G Jones State Forest
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,231 reviews
Known for its champion sweetleaf tree, this public forest features trails, picnic areas & 2 lakes.
Twin Falls
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,014 reviews
Greenbelt hiking area featuring waterfalls and a creek, plus swimming and a rope swing.
Lick Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 715 reviews
This 516-acre park features restrooms, walking & jogging trails, wildlife & a nature center.
Katie Jackson Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 682 reviews
This 45.5-acre park features a playground & a pavilion, plus a bike trail & picnic tables.
Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 666 reviews
Natural area focused on protecting animals & promoting environmental education with public trails.
RV Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
4.3 ★★★★☆ 619 reviews
Belton Lake outdoor recreation area offering swimming, boating & water slides from May - October.
Tandy Hills Natural Area / Stratford Nature Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 564 reviews
Trails cut through this tranquil tract of prairie land with plants galore & spring wildflowers.
Walker Ranch Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 471 reviews
Natural area with trails for walking, hiking, and biking, plus a playground and picnic areas.
Flat Rock Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 501 reviews
Picturesque riverside park popular with kayakers, hikers, bikers & dog walkers.
Crownridge Canyon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 481 reviews
Tranquil open space featuring paved & dirt walking trails amid desert scenery.
Lookout Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 462 reviews
City park including shaded trails, a playground, athletic fields & other amenities.
The Lighthouse Rock
4.9 ★★★★★ 414 reviews
Popular 6-mile trail (easy to moderate) with striking rock formations and panoramic views of the canyon.
Southern Walnut Creek Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 401 reviews
Paved, well-maintained trail for cycling, hiking and dog-walking that passes through scenic areas and parks.
Hamilton Greenbelt
4.8 ★★★★★ 352 reviews
Dog-friendly greenbelt known for its hiking trails, plus a few waterfalls.
Hill of Life
4.7 ★★★★★ 356 reviews
Popular trail along the Barton Creek greenbelt known for its two waterfalls, plus views of its namesake creek.
Rowlett Nature Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 348 reviews
Riverside nature park offering 1.3 mi. of hiking & biking trails & picnic space amid native trees.
Branch Hollow Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 296 reviews
Community park featuring tennis courts, a playground, and trails, plus picnic tables.
Joppa Preserve - Dallas County Nature Preserve
4.4 ★★★★☆ 289 reviews
Park featuring a wooded trail for walks & bike rides, plus picnic tables & a pavilion.
City Of Mission Hike and Bike Trail Park Entrance
4.7 ★★★★★ 265 reviews
Well-maintained park for hiking and bike trails including a 2-mile paved route.
Edgemere Linear Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 265 reviews
Linear park with a 3-mile paved path for walking and cycling.
John Crompton Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 249 reviews
15-acre park with a picnic pavilion, concrete trails & a pond, plus a basketball court & playground.
Ogletree Gap Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 241 reviews
Laid-back park featuring a pavilion, spacious fields and hiking trails, plus a post office.
Lady Bird Johnson TrailHead
4.7 ★★★★★ 231 reviews
Scenic park featuring a soccer field and a playground, along with paved and natural trails for walking, jogging and biking.
Devils River State Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 225 reviews
Remote mountainous park filled with a river, canyons & miles of mountain & bike trails.
100 Acre Wood Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 228 reviews
Nature preserve featuring both paved and mountain bike trails, as well as a skate park.
Trinity Forest Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 214 reviews
Long paved, tree-lined trail that winds through forestland, past lakes and over the Trinity River.
Gulf Terrace Hike and Bike Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 204 reviews
Woodsy 3-mile-long walking, biking and skating trail, offering water views and benches.
NW Community Park DORBA Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 206 reviews
Relaxed hiking and biking routes featuring jumps, wooden ramps and pump tracks.
Escarpment Road Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 189 reviews
Preserve with hiking trails for varying skill levels, including some that are good for kids.
Elm Fork Nature Preserve Trail Entrance
4.5 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Quiet nature preserve offering a short trail for walks through woodlands with a small pond.
Falcon Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 178 reviews
Family-friendly, relaxing neighborhood park with a pond, a playground, barbecue grills and swings.
Harlingen Thicket
4.5 ★★★★★ 178 reviews
Beyond its tranquil native brush, this expansive park features an extensive trail network.
Lynn Creek Linear Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 176 reviews
This narrow, mostly flat park features a 1.16-mile paved trail for walking & biking.
Klipstein Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 176 reviews
Relaxed park featuring a jungle gym, swings, a playground, a slide and picnic tables.
FWMBA-Gateway Park Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 167 reviews
Well-maintained area for mountain biking and disc golf, plus other sports, events and activities.
William Goodrich Jones State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 160 reviews
Peaceful state park with trails for horseback riding and hiking past several small lakes.
Hiking Trail Walnut Creek Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 156 reviews
Kid-friendly park with a playground and a network of trails that's open to hikers and bikers.
Bayou Bend Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 168 reviews
Park offering disc golf and a playground, plus facilities for basketball and picnicking.
Dorba Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 163 reviews
Peaceful trail system for hiking and biking over varied terrain.
Brook Hollow Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 120 reviews
Family-friendly play space with a climbing area and slides, along with a paved walking trail.
Ringtail Ridge Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 114 reviews
Relaxing park featuring clean trails for hiking and dog-walking, plus benches.
Shoreline Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 110 reviews
Trail, lake, and woods venue with wildflowers and wildlife, plus trails for running and biking.
Recreation Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 116 reviews
Lakefront park featuring a playground and a trail, plus sports fields and RV hookups.
Fossil Creek Park MTB Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 108 reviews
Shady trail for mountain biking and hiking, with some dips and jumps.
Rio Grande Riverpark Trail System
4.6 ★★★★★ 103 reviews
Scenic trail system with paved parts, popular for biking, running and walking.
Odessa Mountain Bike Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 102 reviews
Casual outdoor recreation area featuring mountain-bike trails at various skill levels.
River Ranch County Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 105 reviews
Park with a playground, trails, and a prairie, plus an interpretive center.
Town Lake Park - Whispering Farms
4.4 ★★★★☆ 105 reviews
Relaxed lakeside destination featuring fishing spots and a grassy area for picnics.
Arcadia Trail Park South
4.8 ★★★★★ 95 reviews
Large park popular for walking, running and biking trails.
South Trailhead for The Boardwalk at Lake Weatherford
4.3 ★★★★☆ 106 reviews
Waterside trail with benches and a floating bridge, for viewing birds, turtles and lilies.
The Tribute Shoreline Nature Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 101 reviews
Flat trail for hikers, bikers and walkers, passing through a golf course and along Lewisville Lake.
Sunset Pointe
4.5 ★★★★★ 99 reviews
Scenic spot where level sidewalks are available for walking and biking.
The Trails at Eagle Mountain Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 96 reviews
Wildlife park with a lake featuring a variety of hiking trails, picnic tables, and a restroom.
Cross Timbers Trail Head
4.4 ★★★★☆ 94 reviews
Park featuring hiking, mountain biking, and a lake.
Mayde Creek North Hike & Bike Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 86 reviews
Recreation area offering hiking trails, a playground, and paths for biking.
Flewellen Creek Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
Disc golf, kid-friendly park featuring a playground, an exercise area, a bridge and waterways.
Blackhawk Creek Hike and Bike Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 68 reviews
Hiking, MTB and cycling routes through a natural area with several creeks and picnic spots.
Trinity Trails
4.8 ★★★★★ 63 reviews
Urban park with miles of trails for walking and running along the Trinity River.
Greenbelt Corridor Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 68 reviews
Park with water access, plus trails for hiking and cycling, and an equestrian trail.
Waxahachie Creek Park
3.6 ★★★★☆ 76 reviews
Park featuring a lake along with camping options and hiking trails.
Pepper Creek Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
Flat, linear, paved, maintained trails for walking, biking and wildlife sightings.
Waco Riverwalk
4.6 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
Peaceful trail system on both sides of the Brazos River with natural springs and river access.
Canyon Trails At Buffalo Hill
4.7 ★★★★★ 31 reviews
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