Rice University Trail
Rice University Trail
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3-mile running path around the Rice University campus.
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Southside Place, TX48 contributions
Apr 2017 • Solo
Walkers and runners can be found on the trail at most times of day. Watch out for roots across the trail.
I can be found happily walking/trotting around Rice several times weekly.
I can be found happily walking/trotting around Rice several times weekly.
Written April 14, 2017
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JenniferD1291
Oklahoma City, OK55 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Such a beautiful area and running trail, it’s shaded and gravel! We come running here all the time with family and friends
Written April 21, 2019
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Angela K
282 contributions
Jan 2017 • Friends
I was haging out with friends in this beautiful campus with nice weather. It was realxing to just stroll around and see those nice designed buildings! I'll defnitely visit here again.
Written February 18, 2017
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AUSAGUY007
Houston, TX4,443 contributions
Apr 2020 • Solo
It's not that great..... The trails are thin.... And it's not that big of a track..... And the trees give shade but there is too much drive by traffic for me.... Memorial park is much better
Written April 27, 2020
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Brian C
Pearland, TX257 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
A wonderful place to run if you are in the area. The afternoon/ dusk time of day is a bit crowded. Otherwise I'd give it a 5. You can park on the west side of the campus. There is a lot that is cheaper than the center of campus.
Written February 11, 2017
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Elizabeth L
The Woodlands, TX42 contributions
I'm the proud parent of a Rice graduate. Rice Univ. is a beautiful campus with its ancient moss covered oak trees.
Written May 31, 2012
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Odyssey22511
Madison, WI1 contribution
Every time I come to Houston I stay at the hotels in the medical center and love to run the path around Rice University. It's a great run with trees around most of the trail. It's well worth the run.
Written February 23, 2006
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Mary M
Houston, TX409 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
This trail has a lot of stops, starts due to the fact that it wraps around the parking lot of the University. It also sides to some major roads (Rice Blvd, University Blvd) so there are car fumes to deal with - along with noise. Otherwise, I'd give a higher rating. I enjoy watching the people here more than I like being one of them. I prefer Memorial Park or Herman Park, but if you are in the area, give it a try!
Written September 21, 2018
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Doha404 contributions
Sep 2016 • Business
Love it. Really amazing and to me its a totally new experience and would want to come back soon. Really loved it
Written September 27, 2016
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tms329
Kansas City, MO14 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
The path surrounding the hedges that envelope Rice University is a great place to have a measured run. It is right at 3 miles, it's flat, and fellow path users are polite and (for the most part) follow the rules of the road. You get a peek inside the beautiful Rice campus, see the grandeur of the homes across Rice Street and Sunset Boulevard, have the grassy vista towards Hermann Park, and get a bit of a flavor of how busy the medical district is. It's not something you'll find in the central part of many large metropolitan areas. We visit every time we're in Houston.
Written August 24, 2016
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Hi, where would I park if I were to use the trail? I’m not affiliated with Rice and I’m sure residents wouldn’t want me parking in their streets. Any suggestions?
Written September 27, 2018
Hi Leticia, I find parking at Rice expensive and confusing (some lots will be blocked off for events, etc). An easy spot is the garage for Rice Village two blocks away on Morningside, between Rice and University Blvd. If you park on the upper level, parking is free for the first couple of hours and then you can enjoy one of the many area casual restaurants after your walk or run - Hungry’s, Black Walnut Cafe, Torchy’s Tacos, many others!
Written September 27, 2018
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