Hillsboro, TX Birding Trails and Maps

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Cotton Belt Trail (Waco)

2.5 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Fish Creek Trail (TX)

6.1 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Mansfield Road Hike & Bike Trail

2.5 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Oak Valley Trail

2.2 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Trinity Trails

47.9 mi
State: TX
Asphalt, Concrete, Gravel

Waco Riverwalk

7 mi
State: TX
Asphalt, Concrete

Walnut Creek Linear Park

1.9 mi
State: TX
Asphalt, Concrete

Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail

6 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Moments-in-Time Hike & Bike Trail

2.5 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Waco Lake Hike and Bike Trail

2.8 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Roy Orr Trail

3.6 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Pleasant Run Hike and Bike Trail

2.4 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Pleasant Run Road Trail

1 mi
State: TX
Concrete

Red Oak Creek Trail

3.1 mi
State: TX
Concrete
Trail Image Trail Name States Length Surface Rating
Waco’s Cotton Belt Trail—not to be confused with the trail of the same name in the Dallas/Fort Worth area—opened in 2013 on an abandoned St. Louis Southwestern Railway corridor. The railroad,...
TX 2.5 mi Concrete
The Fish Creek Trail travels east-west through city neighborhoods along its namesake waterway, connecting Grand Prairie and Arlington. Where the two meet, a medallion featuring the logos of both...
TX 6.1 mi Concrete
Located just south of Cedar Hill State Park and east of Joe Pool Lake, the Mansfield Road Hike & Bike Trail will take you through some of the most scenic views in Dallas-Fort Worth area. The...
TX 2.5 mi Concrete
As the name suggests Oak Valley Trail is a trail slightly over two miles tucked within a valley of Oak trees. These wonderful trees provide not only incredible scenery, but the perfect shade for those...
TX 2.2 mi Concrete
The Trinity Trails (Fort Worth Branch) System forms a spider web of multi-use paths throughout the city of Fort Worth, Texas, and its suburbs. The trails form a network of more than 40 miles for...
TX 47.9 mi Asphalt, Concrete, Gravel
Overview The Waco Riverwalk winds for about 7 miles along both banks of the Brazos River, connecting several downtown attractions. About the Route At its northwest end is the sprawling...
TX 7 mi Asphalt, Concrete
The Walnut Creek Linear Park is 1.9 miles of sun-dappled asphalt threading through five neighborhood parks, three residential communities and two schools. Anchored by Town Park to the east and the...
TX 1.9 mi Asphalt, Concrete
The Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail stretches 6 miles from Lion's Park to Getzendaner Park in Waxahachie. For most of its length, the trail runs along or very near Waxahachie Creek. The trail...
TX 6 mi Concrete
The Moments-In-Time Bike Trail takes you on a journey through Granbury's favorite green spaces. The 8-ft wide concrete trail is easily identifiable by the yellow centerline stripe that runs the length...
TX 2.5 mi Concrete
Overview The Waco Lake Hike and Bike Trail runs from 2.8 miles through the city of Waco, Texas largely alongside Lake Waco. The trail takes users over the Waco Dam and through Airport Beach Park,...
TX 2.8 mi Concrete
The tree-lined Roy Orr Trail meanders through the heart of DeSoto, one of the oldest settlements in North Texas. Mid-way along the trail is the DeSoto Town Center, an urban village offering hip...
TX 3.6 mi Concrete
Lancaster residents of all ages can use the Pleasant Run Hike and Bike Trail for their outdoor recreation - be it an early morning jog, an easy stroll or a safe place to run or ride for little...
TX 2.4 mi Concrete
One of the newest additions to Cedar Hill’s growing network of hiking and biking facilities, is this one-mile neighborhood trail in the east of the city. Located just east of N Joe Wilson Rd on E...
TX 1 mi Concrete
Red Oak Creek Trail stretches out in four directions, a concrete cross-shaped trail in the City of Cedar Hills, Texas. Running a total of 3 miles, this connective trail provides access from the...
TX 3.1 mi Concrete

Recent Trail Reviews

Waco Lake Hike and Bike Trail

a long straight ride with a view

August, 2024 by brian_thomas

As an engineer, I found this trail very interesting. It passes over a dam and the mechanisms that open and close the gates are clearly visible. The elevation of the dam provides a good view. Mostly unshaded.

Waco Riverwalk

Mtn bike trails

April, 2024 by wegot2go

If you continue north on the Riverwalk trail and do not cross the pedestrian bridge you will reach some amazing mountain bike trails!

Cotton Belt Trail (Waco)

Under Construction!

April, 2024 by hwilson3

As mentioned by a March 2024 reviewer, access to the trail from Trail Blazer Park is not possible. After driving to the other end of the trail (parking near the landfill at 31.480351887289, -97.25833084813019 ) we discovered the trail itself is torn up from Church St all the way to Trail Blazer Park. It appears there's a flood control project in work?

Also slightly disappointing the base of the trail under the concrete apparently wasn't compacted well as the surface is cracking badly in many places. This damage will need repair at some point.

It's a short ride (due to the construction) but still worth it.

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Cotton Belt Trail (Waco)

Bridges through the trees

March, 2024 by brian_thomas

The entry from Trail Blazer Park was closed for construction (March 2024) so we started at the end near the landfill. It has easy parking, was clean and well-maintained. The elevated bridges wind through the trees - very nice. I’ll be back!

Waco Riverwalk

north side stadium paths

December, 2023 by brian_thomas

This is a gem for Waco. The trail now includes much of the north side as well as the south side of the Brazos river. Baylor University built MacLane stadium (2014) on the north side and that opened up a lot more paths. I crossed over the Brazos on the pedestrian bridge and was able to access the trail all the way to the Washington St. Bridge, passing underneath I 35.

Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail

Best All Around

October, 2021 by lonestarkat

Started at Lions Club on a Sunday, no traffic, easy to park! Lots of activity on trail, not for speed biking but still enough room for everyone. I agree with other review about trail markings. I wish all did a better job. The construction was still happening but we had a trail clearly marked to navigate through it. When you get to the cemetery keep going, the trail picks up on the other side. When you're coming from the big city park and you come to the basketball court and parking lot, turn, go over the bridge. New parking lot and pretty sidewalk art trail takes you across the street. Adventurous, a little curvy and lots of beauty!

Waco Riverwalk

PICTURESQUE

October, 2021 by thejake91739

On our quest to ride our bikes in all fifty states, the Waco Riverwalk became the first trail for us in the Lone Star State and allowed us to check off state number twenty-one!

On a sunny October afternoon, the parts Waco allowed us to see and ride were sensational! Fantastic views of the mighty Brazos River, historic bridges, magnificent sculptures, and waterfowl were thoroughly enjoyed as we rode the loop. The trail is perfectly maintained, flat for the most part, attractive, and not especially busy on a hot, weekday afternoon.

Unfortunately, several portions and views were off limits and/or obstructed due to renovations, construction, and some urban renewal at and around the historic Waco Suspension Bridge. The suspension bridge was off limits, the trail that goes south under the suspension bridge barricaded, and even parts of the towering Chisolm Trail sculpture, Branding the Brazos, was hidden behind construction tarps. To continue our ride south on the Riverwalk Trail toward Lake Brazos Park and Baylor University, we went up and around the suspension bridge and down some stairs at Indian Spring Park. That put us back on the Riverwalk and headed south UNTIL another barricade a couple hundred yards or so down the trail thwarted our plans and sightseeing! Dang!

Regrettably, the gods of Waco bike riding really let us down. We traveled thousands of miles from Southern California to experience this awesome trail (and so the wife could visit Magnolia and her sister too), but I guess it just wasn't meant to be.

On the bright side, we absolutely loved what we were able to experience! Once Waco gets its riverfront renovations wrapped up, it will truly be a five star trail and even more so worth your time. Don't forget your camera!

Walnut Creek Linear Park

Beautiful trail!

October, 2021 by g9hbmb5w8m

This is a wonderful trail for walking, scootering, biking, jogging etc. The views are beautiful and it feels safe and friendly.

Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail

OneWheel Heaven

November, 2020 by sitsirk

So far this place has some of the best trails for OneWheels. Always a great time!

Cotton Belt Trail (Waco)

Family friendly trail

October, 2020 by karla.texas

I took my grandchildren to ride bicycles on the Cotton Belt Trail. It’s great! No streets to cross. Easy parking. We parked in the middle so we could go either way. Very family friendly.

Waco Riverwalk

A Must if You Are Visiting Waco (and you should!)

September, 2020 by david592

The Waco Riverwalk Trail is a delightful trip near the beautiful Brazos River and Cameron Park, and into historic Downtown Waco. The Waco Suspension Bridge (of Roebling BEFORE the Brooklyn Bridge) is not to be missed. Many food truck and restaurant options on the East end of the trail. The marvelous Cameron Park Zoo and the Park itself with its spectacular topography is on the West end.

Moments-in-Time Hike & Bike Trail

Sunny

September, 2020 by esthere.564

Best to do with a bike and on a cloudy or cool day, not much shade but the concrete helps to stay on the trail. Overall not horrible trail

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