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George Bush Hike & Bike Trail – View of Barker Lake loop from James E Taylor High School

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George Bush Hike & Bike Trail – View of Barker Lake loop from James E Taylor High School

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George Bush Hike & Bike Trail – View of Barker Lake loop from James E Taylor High School

02:54

50.4km

50m

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: August 4, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 50.3 km for 87 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

6.33 km

George Bush Park

Highlight • Forest

2

6.88 km

Cruising through Addicks Reservoir at George Bush Trail

Highlight • Bridge

Beginning of the George Bush trail through Addicks Reservoir. A lovely place to ride a bike, with views on all sides.

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3

7.14 km

George Bush Hike & Bike Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Awesome trail running through the centre of George Bush Park. Loads to see on the way, a mix of surfaces from light gravel to perfect tarmac. Just watch out for …

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4

16.6 km

View of Barker Lake

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

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

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5

22.8 km

Mockingbird Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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

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6

23.1 km

Terry Hershey Park

Highlight • Trail

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, …

Tip by

7

33.8 km

Barker Dam viewpoint

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

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

Tip by

8

41.4 km

George Bush Trail

Highlight • Trail

There are different types of paths in the park. Without a doubt, the platforms and bridges give it a special touch.

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B

50.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.7 km

5.33 km

5.08 km

360 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.7 km

16.8 km

1.02 km

926 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 27 August

36°C

23°C

75 %

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