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Shepherd, Texas

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  • New Caney, Texas

    Peach Creek Loop

    4.0
    1.79 mi / 95 ft gain
    This hike is enjoyable for anyone. The trails are open for use year round and are shared by hikers, mountain bikers, and trail runners. Parking is available off of Nature Center Rd. Avoid after heavy rains as trails may be damaged due to flooding. 
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  • Huntsville, Texas

    Hike the Four Notch Loop

    10 mi / 0 ft gain
    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 ...
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  • New Waverly, Texas

    Coloneh Trail

    4.0
    1.12 mi / 223 ft gain
    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 ...
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  • New Waverly, Texas

    Catch a Sunrise over Lake Raven

    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 ...
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  • New Waverly, Texas

    Chinquapin Loop Trail

    5.0
    6.7 mi / 400 ft gain
    Chinquapin Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near New Waverly, TX.
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  • New Waverly, Texas

    Camp at Huntsville State Park

    4.3
    7 mi / 125 ft gain
    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...
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  • Warren, Texas

    Hike the Big Thicket - Sundew Trail

    0.9 mi / 19 ft gain
    The Sundew Trail is a 0.9 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Warren, Texas that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is best used from September until May.
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  • Montgomery, Texas

    Camp at Kelly's Pond, Sam Houston National Forest

    2.0
    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...
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  • Huntsville, Texas

    Swim in the Blue Lagoon

    3.0
    Just north of Huntsville and Houston, Texas, the Blue Lagoon is the perfect place to cool off and watch the sunlight reflect off the water. There is also a great opportunity to walk through the wooded area behind the  lake and take some pictures of the trees and the water. This is really a lovely...
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  • Richards, Texas

    Hike the Lone Star Hiking Trail: Trailhead 1 to Lake Conroe

    20 mi / 450 ft gain
    The Trail Trailhead #1 of the Lone Star Hiking Trail puts you in an isolated part of East Texas where you can truly experience nature and peace. The trails are marked with squares and are normally well kept and clean, but you will have to navigate over fallen trees and through muddy creek bottoms...
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  • Richards, Texas

    Lone Star Hiking Trail

    95.52 mi / 5728 ft gain
    Lone Star Hiking Trail is a long point-to-point trail located near Richards, TX. Make sure you have a shuttle car or ride arranged at your end destination. 
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Camping and Lodging in Shepherd

Double Lake Recreation Area
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Double Lake Recreation Area

Cagle Recreation Area
New Waverly, Texas

Cagle Recreation Area

Lake Conroe / Houston North KOA Holiday
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Lake Conroe / Houston North KOA Holiday