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Long-Run Trails (5+ Miles) in Texas
Texas has 119 trails with long-run distance (5+ miles) in this directory, across 54 cities and towns — San Marcos, Fort Worth, Houston, Denton and 50 more. Five miles or more of continuous trail — enough to build a real long run on.
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Palo Duro Canyon State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 11,034 reviews
Big ravine with 800-ft cliffs, multi-use trails, campsites & the musical "Texas" in an amphitheater.
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 8,110 reviews
Dramatic 425-ft. pink granite monolith & wilderness area offering hiking, climbing, camping & more.
Tyler State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,307 reviews
Serene pine forest with a lake offering camping, hiking, nature study, fishing & a bike trail.
Terry Hershey Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,077 reviews
Extensive network of hiking & biking trails along a stretch of Buffalo Bayou encompassing 500 acres.
Mary Jo Peckham Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,827 reviews
Community park with a fishing pond, walking trails & an indoor swimming pool & fitness area.
Arthur Storey Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,538 reviews
Green space centered around a pond, with a jogging trail along a narrow bayou & a tai chi court.
Franklin Mountains State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,937 reviews
24,247 acres of scenic desert offering climbing, hiking, wildlife, camping & views.
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.
Eldridge Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,411 reviews
Community park with 10 soccer fields, miles of trails, a 5-acre fishing pond & a picnic pavilion.
Cleburne State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,233 reviews
6 miles of wooded mountain bike trails over rocky hills, & a lake for fishing & boating.
City Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,279 reviews
Park on a lake with a little-league field, a tennis court & picnic tables, plus an activity center.
South Lakes Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,785 reviews
Lakeside park offering many sports fields, playgrounds, trails & picnic areas, plus dog stations.
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.
Spring Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,626 reviews
Park with campsites & RV hookups plus playgrounds, trails, picnic areas & athletic facilities.
Baytown Nature Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,364 reviews
Home to many migrant birds, this 500-acre peninsula offers picnic shelters, fishing piers & trails.
San Angelo State Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,410 reviews
Park features 50 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking & equestrian use, plus hunting program.
Valley Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,285 reviews
This green space features a baseball complex, football fields & trail, plus spots for fishing.
Eureka 2
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,186 reviews
Playground with an accessible merry-go-round, adaptive swings, a rock wall, a zip-line & more.
Memorial Park- Brushy Creek
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,194 reviews
Park featuring 2 playgrounds, picnic tables, tennis courts & a creek for fishing & feeding ducks.
Oak Cliff Nature Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,102 reviews
121 rolling acres of woodlands & wildflower meadows, with 8 miles of hike-&-bike trails.
Bonham State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,033 reviews
Picturesque spot with a lake for swimming, fishing & canoeing, plus campsites & biking trails.
Andrew Brown Park West
4.8 ★★★★★ 964 reviews
Recreational spot featuring a kids' playground, soccer field, basketball courts & picnic facilities.
Yettie Polk Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 983 reviews
Local events are hosted in this public park with lawns, a playground & walking trails.
Sam Houston Trail Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 965 reviews
Greenbelt providing a paved 22-mile pathway for walking, biking & rollerblading alongside the river.
Heritage Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 962 reviews
Well-maintained outdoor space with baseball fields, playgrounds, soccer fields and a river for swimming.
Estero Llano Grande State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 869 reviews
230-acre wetlands space attracting many birds, including endangered & colorful coastal species.
Founders Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 840 reviews
Kids' park featuring soccer fields and baseball fields as well as a fenced-in playground.
Cattail Marsh Scenic Wetlands & Boardwalk
4.8 ★★★★★ 743 reviews
900-acre wildlife refuge boasting 8+ miles of trails, many bird species & scenic wetland boardwalks.
Purgatory Creek Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 752 reviews
Recreation area with scenic overlooks & a trail system for hiking & biking, plus parking areas.
Paschall Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 747 reviews
This simple public park offers a relaxing green space for picnicking & disc golf.
Trinity Trails Trinity Park Main Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 692 reviews
Park featuring a waterfall and a trail system for walking and biking.
MASON CREEK NORTH HIKE & BIKE TRAIL
4.6 ★★★★★ 677 reviews
Wetland habitat featuring a paved trail with exercise stations, plus a playground & fishing spots.
Miller Springs Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 620 reviews
Peaceful nature preserve offering running & walking trails, diverse wildlife & sightseeing.
Round Rock West Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 609 reviews
Tranquil city park with tennis & volleyball courts, walking trails, a duck pond & a playground.
Airfield Falls Trailhead & Conservation Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 536 reviews
Scenic, nature-filled park offering trails for walking and biking (and e-biking) as well as picnicking, plus a waterfall and a pond.
Paul D Rushing Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 546 reviews
Green space with a nature trail & a wetlands habitat, plus sports fields, a tree farm & a dog park.
Sunset Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 518 reviews
Large park boasting 3 baseball enclosures, as well as basketball and volleyball courts.
Paddle Point Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 506 reviews
Park with a shop offering kayak and paddleboard rentals, plus a launch ramp.
Crownridge Canyon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 481 reviews
Tranquil open space featuring paved & dirt walking trails amid desert scenery.
The Lighthouse Rock
4.9 ★★★★★ 414 reviews
Popular 6-mile trail (easy to moderate) with striking rock formations and panoramic views of the canyon.
Bob Bryant Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 432 reviews
This 23-acre park features a playground, a nature trail, a river overlook & a pier, plus sports.
Harris Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 384 reviews
Green space with a basketball court, paths & picnic tables, plus a playground & seasonal splash pad.
Travis Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 403 reviews
Relaxed park offering a splash area for kids, plus a basketball court and grills.
Northshore Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 357 reviews
Popular, 9-mile, 27-mile loop trail for walking and hiking, plus mountain biking.
Ron Coleman Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 356 reviews
Park featuring hiking trails with caves, scenic views and mountain backdrops.
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.
Milton Reimers Ranch Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 353 reviews
Canyon & forest preserve along the Pedernales River, frequented by rock climbers & mountain bikers.
White Oak Bayou Greenway
4.6 ★★★★★ 321 reviews
Spot with kid-friendly hiking, disc golf, and trails for walking and biking.
Southbelt Hike & Bike Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 304 reviews
Park known for its paved 6-mi. hiking trail that's good for kids, plus Dixie Farm, and restrooms.
The Trails at Squabble Creek
4.4 ★★★★☆ 306 reviews
Wooded area featuring hiking paths and expert sections as well as a bike wash station.
North Lakes Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 259 reviews
Park encompassing 351 acres and including 3 playgrounds, a trail, 2 lakes, and a sports complex.
San Gabriel River Trail/Goodwater Loop Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 239 reviews
Popular Lake Georgetown loop, plus cliff jumping into the water, waterfall trails and picnic areas.
Wildcat Bluff Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 232 reviews
Preserve with miles of hiking trails and historical exhibits including a dig pit, plus picnic areas.
Devils River State Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 225 reviews
Remote mountainous park filled with a river, canyons & miles of mountain & bike trails.
Lower Purgatory Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 231 reviews
Hiking, biking, and dog-walking spot featuring challenging routes through scenic terrain.
Trinity Trails River Park Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 228 reviews
Trails for hiking, biking, and trail running along the Trinity River, plus playgrounds and grills.
Big Creek Scenic Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 205 reviews
Pretty park featuring a tree-lined trail loop and 5-mile hike to a lake.
Kirby Nature Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 193 reviews
Well-maintained trails meander through a subtropical forest with bridges and creeks.
Nette Shultz Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 191 reviews
Spacious park featuring tennis courts and soccer fields.
San Angelo State Park, South Entrance
4.3 ★★★★☆ 207 reviews
Park with camping, horseback riding, a lake, wildlife, and picnic facilities.
Prax Orive Jr. (Sunrise) Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 188 reviews
Urban park on the historic Great Western Cattle Trail with a lake, bike path & playground.
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.
Lime Kiln Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 145 reviews
Area with trails for walking, hiking and biking, plus a pond with ducks.
Ferry Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 152 reviews
Popular, peaceful, riverfront park, featuring a clean playground, a slide and a climbing apparatus.
Parks of Aledo Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 136 reviews
Trails for riding bikes that range from easy to challenging.
McGratton Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 149 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring a basketball court-like space, a playground and a skate park.
Trinity Trails Oakmont Park Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 126 reviews
Shady park offering scenic views and featuring paved walking trails and a playground.
Marvin Taylor Exercise Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 117 reviews
This 2-mi. tree-shaded walking/jogging trail in Hermann Park passes by fitness equipment.
Upper Purgatory Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 115 reviews
Area offering hiking trails that are good for kids and strollers.
Ringtail Ridge Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 114 reviews
Relaxing park featuring clean trails for hiking and dog-walking, plus benches.
RiverPark Nature Trails
4.5 ★★★★★ 116 reviews
Serene nature area, with hiking, biking, running and walking trails.
Arbor Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 118 reviews
Family-friendly park offering trails, tennis courts and a disc golf course.
Weeks Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 95 reviews
Recreational space with a playground, a duck-inhabited pond and a basketball court.
Muddy Creek Preserve
4.3 ★★★★☆ 98 reviews
Paved, shaded hiking/walking trail for dogs and bikes, plus a small parking lot.
Mayde Creek North Hike & Bike Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 86 reviews
Recreation area offering hiking trails, a playground, and paths for biking.
Trinity Trails Southwest 183 Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 83 reviews
Trailhead for the Trinity River Trails, with paved pathways and fishing spots.
Mason Road Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 81 reviews
Pocket park with a gazebo, providing an arbor and trails for walking.
Prairie Branch Loop
4.9 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
Hiking area with trails and campsites near a lake, offering views of the water.
Prospect Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 73 reviews
Natural setting offering rugged, wooded trails for walks, hikes, mountain biking & wildlife viewing.
Resler Canyon
4.3 ★★★★☆ 77 reviews
Nature preserve offering kid-friendly hikes, though it's currently closed for maintenance.
Red Arroyo Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 69 reviews
Park featuring kid-friendly hikes and trails for walking and biking.
Schulle Canyon Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 70 reviews
Set on an undeveloped landscape, this 21-acre area offers nature trails & native wildlife views.
Cross Timbers Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
Neighborhood park with playgrounds, courts for basketball & volleyball, a pond, gazebo & trails.
Marine Creek Park Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 63 reviews
Recreation spot featuring a paved 6-mi. path around a lake, with a fitness area.
Waxahachie Creek Park
3.6 ★★★★☆ 76 reviews
Park featuring a lake along with camping options and hiking trails.
Miller Park
4 ★★★★☆ 60 reviews
Park featuring a playground, picnic tables, and a basketball court, plus swings and slides.
Lone Star Hiking Trail - Trailhead # 8
4.8 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Wide-ranging hiking area featuring kid-friendly trails and creek crossings.
Midland Mountain Bike Trails
4.6 ★★★★★ 34 reviews
Well-marked, free trails for hiking and biking through trees and sunflowers.
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