The Best Hiking in New Waverly

Huntsville State Park's 250 acre Raven Lake is a perfect spot for catching a sunrise. Watch for Egrets along the shoreline while enjoying the solitude of the early morning hour. Hang out on the fishing pier and take in the views while watching the sun crest over the surrounding woods. Be sure ...

Note: The lake camping photo is of a Huntsville State Park sanctioned campsite.Huntsville State Park is located about an hour north of Houston off of I-45. As part of the Pineywoods region of Texas, pine trees dot the landscape in Huntsville. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife includi...

Coloneh Trail is a relatively short out-and-back trail in Huntsville State Park located near Huntsville, TX. The trail runs adjacent to Raven Lake with nearby campgrounds on several inlets of the lake. Along the trail, there is a fair amount of shade, but keep an eye out for roots and watch your ...

NWCC North Loop is a 11.93 mile loop hike that takes you past great forest setting located near New Waverly, TX.

NWCC Trails: South Loop is an 8.5 mile loop hike where you may see local wildlife located near Huntsville, TX.

Sterling Ranch OHV Loop is a 7.8 mile loop trail that takes you past scenic views located near Willis, TX.

Prarie Branch Loop Trail is a 3.3 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Huntsville, TX.

Dogwood Trail, Coloneh Trail and Bird Blind Trail is a 1.4 mile out and back hike that takes you past lake views located near Huntsville, TX.

Chinquapin Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near New Waverly, TX.

The trailhead is located off of Evelyn Lane (see map). Trail is dog friendly and accessible year-round. Trails may be difficult to navigate during and after rain. Trails are also used for birding and nature trips.  This segment is out-and-back, so plan ahead accordingly!

Triple C Trail Loop is a 9.5 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near New Waverly, TX.

Lone Star Hiking Trail: Huntsville Section is a 6.5 mile point-to-point hike that takes you past lake views located near Huntsville, TX.

The Four Notch Loop is a relaxing ~10 mile hike just north of Houston. The southern half of the loop follows on a 4 mile stretch of the 140 mile Lone Star Hiking Trail while the north part circles back to complete the loop.  From the large dirt and leaf covered Four Notch and Hunter Camp TH hike ...

Lone Star Hiking Trail: West Fork San Jacinto River to FM 149 is a 17.3 mile point-to-point hike that takes you by a river located near Huntsville, TX.

Kelly's Pond Loop is a 17.3 mile loop hike that takes you past lake views located near Montgomery, TX.

Kelly's Pond is a primitive camping area off the beaten path with no potable water or electricity. There is an open grass area around the pond where tent camping is permitted-- as far as I am aware the spots are first-come, first-serve.Some perks of the location: Proximity to Lake Conroe allows f...