There are numerous oxbow lakes in the Brazos Bend State Park and the Horseshoe Lake Trail explores two that are right next to each other. The trails can easily be linked with loops of Elm Lake and 40 Acre lake, or by heading north around the Big Creek Loop Trail.

Alex Foxfield

November 22, 2023

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1. Elm Lake, Horseshoe Lake and Big Creek Loop

9.03km

02:17

10m

20m

Hike the Elm Lake, Horseshoe Lake and Big Creek Loop in Brazos Bend State Park, a 5.6-mile moderate route known for wildlife viewing.

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2. Big Creek Loop Trail

7.85km

01:58

10m

Hike the easy 4.9 miles (7.8 km) Big Creek Loop Trail in Brazos Bend State Park, enjoying Horseshoe Lakes and peaceful nature.

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3. Horseshoe Lake Loop Trail

2.69km

00:41

Hike the easy 1.7-mile Horseshoe Lake Loop Trail in Brazos Bend State Park, offering scenic lake views and a peaceful forest walk.

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Location: Fort Bend County, Texas, United States

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