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Spectacular View of the Reservoir – View of Barker Lake loop from Bunker Hill Village

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Spectacular View of the Reservoir – View of Barker Lake loop from Bunker Hill Village

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Spectacular View of the Reservoir – View of Barker Lake loop from Bunker Hill Village

02:16

39.2km

60m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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7.75 km

Buffalo Bayou

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Buffalo Bayou creates an important green corridor through the heart of Houston. There are a number of parks and trails that follow its slow course, giving hikers, bikers and runners …

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8.16 km

Quail Trail

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A great mixed use trail that follows along the northern bank of the Buffalo Bayou, the Quail Trail is popular with hikers, runners and bikers. By crossing the Bayou you …

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3

11.0 km

Quail Trail

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A great mixed use trail that follows along the northern bank of the Buffalo Bayou, the Quail Trail is popular with hikers, runners and bikers. By crossing the Bayou you …

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13.0 km

Terry Hershey Park

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Terry Hershey Park spans 496 acres and runs alongside a 6-mile section of Buffalo Bayou. The park includes an 11-mile trail for hiking and biking, a picnic area, exercise stations, …

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13.0 km

Mockingbird Trail

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Running along the Buffalo Bayou River, Mockingbird Trail is a lovely and moderately trafficked paved trail.

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6

15.4 km

Spectacular View of the Reservoir

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Good view of Barker Reservoir - a popular spot for bikers and runners/walkers.

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19.8 km

View of Barker Lake

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Good bike & jogger path with a great view of Barker Lake. Very popular so go easy on the speed!

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39.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.4 km

4.53 km

2.32 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.5 km

16.3 km

1.08 km

406 m

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