Main Street Bridge – Buffalo Bayou Park loop from Rice Military

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Main Street Bridge – Buffalo Bayou Park loop from Rice Military

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Main Street Bridge – Buffalo Bayou Park loop from Rice Military

00:52

14.4km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. 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 4.57 km for 79 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.09 km

Buffalo Bayou Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Good bike path amongst the highways inside Buffalo Bayou Park. A good way to avoid big roads and cars and get a bit of nature in the big city.

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4.61 km

View of Houston Skyline from Buffalo Bayou Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Paved trails run the length of the park as it follows the winding path of Buffalo Bayou. You get great views of the river, Houston skyline, and a fair amount of shade.

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6.80 km

Main Street Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Good view of the city from this downtown bridge. Train and transit pass over the bridge (bikes are allowed) but it's much better to pass under it on one of the many riverside trails.

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9.57 km

Buffalo Bayou Park

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Buffalo Bayou Park in Houston, Texas, is a 160-acre green space located just west of downtown. The park features beautiful gardens, native landscaping, hiking and biking trails, a nature play …

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10.1 km

Carruth Bridge, Buffalo Bayou Park

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Carruth Bridge extends over Houston's beautiful Buffalo Bayou, offering a pathway to the Houston Police Memorial. The bridge provides access to parks and attractions on either side and is …

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11.4 km

Buffalo Bayou Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Good bike path amongst the highways inside Buffalo Bayou Park. A good way to avoid big roads and cars and get a bit of nature in the big city.

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13.4 km

Shepherd Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This 345-foot bridge provides breathtaking panoramic views of the bayou from an elevated perspective. It is a vital connector for hikers and cyclists to continue enjoying the scenic trails on …

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14.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

1.47 km

289 m

171 m

Surfaces

13.9 km