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Spectacular View of the Reservoir – View of Barker Lake loop from Nottingham Elementary School

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Spectacular View of the Reservoir – View of Barker Lake loop from Nottingham Elementary School

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4.9

(6010)

17,988

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Spectacular View of the Reservoir – View of Barker Lake loop from Nottingham Elementary School

00:56

19.6km

30m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 1.07 km for 75 m

After 18.5 km for 75 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

1.62 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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2

3.58 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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3

3.58 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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4

3.96 km

Mockingbird Trail

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Mixing natural beauty and urban views, the Mockingbird Trail is a delightful mixed used path in Houston's Terry Hershey Park. It runs alongside the Buffalo Bayou, is paved and popular …

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5

6.06 km

Spectacular View of the Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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6

7.71 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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7

10.8 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!

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B

19.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.3 km

1.72 km

406 m

149 m

Surfaces

12.8 km

6.53 km

250 m

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