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The Woodlands Waterway – Lake Woodlands loop from Houston Texas Temple

The Woodlands Waterway – Lake Woodlands loop from Houston Texas Temple

Hard

3.2

(12)

riders

The Woodlands Waterway – Lake Woodlands loop from Houston Texas Temple

05:42

118km

230m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 32.2 km for 127 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.26 km

Cypress Creek Wetlands

Highlight • Natural

intetresting

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5.94 km

Meyer Park - beautiful trails

Highlight • Trail

32.2 km

The Woodlands Waterway

Lake

32.8 km

The Woodlands Waterway is considered the "lifeblood of the city" and is lined on both sides of the water by a paved walkway that a lot of people use as a commuter trail and exercise trail. You pass sculptures, parks, and fountains as you ride along the water's edge.

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38.6 km

Shadow Lake Boardwalk

Highlight • Lake

Shadow Lake is a great small pond surrounded by plants and teeming with fish, turtles, frogs, and waterfowl in The Woodlands, Texas. There is a boardwalk around the pond and some easy walking trails, but if you decide to explore them, please note that cycling is not permitted. This is a great place to stop and look for any one of these animals and enjoy the scenery.

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44.9 km

Alden Bridge Pond

Lake

45.6 km

Cypress Lake Park

Highlight • Lake

Cypress Lake Park is a small park surrounding Cypress Lake in a quiet residential area. This hidden gem is a great place to pause on your ride and sit on one of the many benches around the lake and watch the ducks, turtles, and other animals.

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71.6 km

Lake Paloma

Highlight • Lake

There is a paved path that circles around the water at Lake Paloma. One of the best views is at the very northern end where Creekside Forest Drive passes by the water.

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86.2 km

Lake Woodlands

Highlight • Lake

This bridge is a great spot to check out Lake Woodlands. Northshore Park is on one side of the bridge, while the trail extends in both directions.

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90.3 km

Loggers Hollow Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This small neighborhood park provides amenities such as a playground, benches, and water fountains, making it a pleasant and convenient break point during your run.

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118 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

83.8 km

27.1 km

4.47 km

1.04 km

882 m

555 m

137 m

Surfaces

60.9 km

55.2 km

1.06 km

882 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 21 July

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Cypress Creek Wetlands

Meyer Park - beautiful trails