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Rice University Trail

Houston, TX
Ranked #11 of 138 attractions in Houston
5.0 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Jogging Paths/ Tracks
Activities: Running
Traveler Description: Nice trail for added resistance of running on sand and fine gravel (sort of midway between pavement and beach) but gets REALLY crowded at popular... more »
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Woodbridge, VA
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

Love walking this trail. I used to stroll my son around here and always felt safe. Great place for exercising. More

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Stafford, Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

It's a 5K loop that is around the Rice University Campus. It's really nice and you feel safe because they're lots of people exercising. Highly recommend! More

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See 4 more reviews by Peg132 for Houston
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2012

There are always a lot of people walking and jogging on this trail. It feels safe, unlike Hermann Park at times. It's a 5K loop and it's not too crowded to get in a good run or a peaceful walk. More

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Minot
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2012

This is a very scenic, flat, 3 mile trail located on the perimeter of Rice University. The Trail takes you alongside the Rice Football Stadium, very nice housing, and the edge of the Medical District. I've always enjoyed running this trail when I'm visiting Houston. More

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Houston, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

The campus is sprawling, larger than one expects. Best time to visit is in the spring when the azaleas are blooming. It's a great place to bike, walk or run. More

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Houston
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012
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Rice is in a pretty good area with lots of traditional olde school charm. Beautiful setting. More

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San Antonio, Texas
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

I ran this area when i was into cross country... lovely scenery and real nice area of Houston. More

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Houston, Texas
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2012

Outside the hedges of Rice University is a great running trail. Surface of trail is wide enough to accomodate traffic. Trail is always safe and well lit! More

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Houston, Texas
Senior Contributor
47 reviews 47 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

It's a good trail, though it gets a bit crowded after 5pm. I do feel extremely safe though. More

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Houston, Texas
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

I had never been to the campus or route before so it took a friend's recommendation to try the trail. In comparison to Memorial Park Trail it's softer, which can help with shin splints or knee problems and much narrower so more dodging might be required. I noticed there's also fewer elevation changes than Memorial Park, so I felt it... More

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