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Lost Lake – The Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park loop from West University Place

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Lost Lake – The Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park loop from West University Place

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Lost Lake – The Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park loop from West University Place

02:10

21.0km

50m

Running

Hard run. Very 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 7, 2026

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7.62 km

Shepherd Pedestrian Bridge

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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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8.59 km

Lost Lake

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Lost Lake is a small pond located on the border of Buffalo Bayou Park. It was flooded in the spilling of its father dam in the 1970s, and it was …

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10.6 km

Carruth Bridge, Buffalo Bayou Park

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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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11.6 km

View of Houston Skyline from Buffalo Bayou Park

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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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11.7 km

The Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park

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The Cistern, in the Buffalo Bayou Park in Houston, is one of the first underground drinking-water reservoirs in the city. It was built in 1926 to supply the city with …

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12.2 km

Hobby Center Pedestrian Bridge and View of Houston Skyline

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The Hobby Center Pedestrian Bridge connects both sides of the Sabine Promenade, which runs along Buffalo Bayou, providing a convenient way to access the trail on either side, away from …

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21.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.9 km

3.17 km

771 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.85 km

8.49 km

3.50 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 1 September

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Lost Lake – The Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park loop from West University Place

Shepherd Pedestrian Bridge

Lost Lake

Carruth Bridge, Buffalo Bayou Park

View of Houston Skyline from Buffalo Bayou Park

The Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park

Hobby Center Pedestrian Bridge and View of Houston Skyline

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