Brazos Bend State Park map & trails
Official Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) maps for Brazos Bend, a Texas state park. Toggle between the park overview map and trails map for hiking, camping, and lake access. Visit the official park page for entrance fees, passes, and reservations. Browse all Texas state parks.
- Type:
- State Park
- Region:
- East Texas
- Coordinates:
- 29.3710, -95.6319
Brazos Bend Pier
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Trails at Brazos Bend
Brazos Bend has about 27.0 mi of TPWD-mapped trails across 32 named routes, used for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Order matches the live map trail list — typical visitor favorites first. Trail colors match the map. Distances come from official Texas Parks and Wildlife trail geometry. Conditions and closures can change, so confirm on the park page before you go.
- Mapped miles:
- 27.0 mi
- Named trails:
- 32
- Uses:
- Hiking, biking, and horseback riding
- 40 Acre Lake Trail1.2 mi · Hiking/Biking
40 Acre Lake Trail is a 1.2-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It stays near a lake or pond.
- Elm Lake Loop Trail1.7 mi · Hiking/Biking
Elm Lake Loop Trail is a 1.7-mile hiking and biking loop at Brazos Bend. It stays near a lake or pond. The loop returns toward its start, so you can complete a circuit.
- Creekfield Lake ADA Trail0.6 mi · Hiking
Creekfield Lake ADA Trail is a 0.6-mile hiking trail at Brazos Bend. TPWD maps this as an accessible (ADA) path. It stays near a lake or pond.
- Creekfield Lake Woodland Trail0.6 mi · Hiking/Biking
Creekfield Lake Woodland Trail is a 0.6-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It stays near a lake or pond.
- Hale Lake Loop1.9 mi · Hiking/Biking
Hale Lake Loop is a 1.9-mile hiking and biking loop at Brazos Bend. It stays near a lake or pond. The loop returns toward its start, so you can complete a circuit.
- Spillway Trail0.6 mi · Hiking/Biking
Spillway Trail is a 0.6-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Hale Lake ADA Pier Trail< 0.1 mi · Hiking/Biking
Hale Lake ADA Pier Trail is a short trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. TPWD maps this as an accessible (ADA) path. It stays near a lake or pond.
- Elm Lake to Nature Center0.4 mi · Hiking/Biking
Elm Lake to Nature Center is a 0.4-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It stays near a lake or pond. It is a nature walk through park habitat.
- Hoot's Hollow Trail0.5 mi · Hiking/Biking
Hoot's Hollow Trail is a 0.5-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Prairie Trail1.3 mi · Hiking/Biking
Prairie Trail is a 1.3-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Big Creek Loop Trail1.7 mi · Hiking/Biking
Big Creek Loop Trail is a 1.7-mile hiking and biking loop at Brazos Bend. It follows a creek, bayou, or spring corridor. The loop returns toward its start, so you can complete a circuit.
- Horseshoe Lake Loop Trail1.3 mi · Hiking/Biking
Horseshoe Lake Loop Trail is a 1.3-mile hiking and biking loop at Brazos Bend. It stays near a lake or pond. The loop returns toward its start, so you can complete a circuit.
- Live Oak Trail1.7 mi · Hiking/Biking
Live Oak Trail is a 1.7-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- ADA Nature Center to Creekfield ADA Trail0.1 mi · Hiking
ADA Nature Center to Creekfield ADA Trail is a 0.1-mile hiking trail at Brazos Bend. TPWD maps this as an accessible (ADA) path. It is a nature walk through park habitat.
- Bayou Trail1.4 mi · Hiking/Biking/Equestrian
Bayou Trail is a 1.4-mile trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding at Brazos Bend. It follows a creek, bayou, or spring corridor.
- Big Creek Bridge Trail0.4 mi · Hiking/Biking
Big Creek Bridge Trail is a 0.4-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It follows a creek, bayou, or spring corridor.
- Bluestem Trail1.4 mi · Hiking/Biking/Equestrian
Bluestem Trail is a 1.4-mile trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Hale Lake Woodland Trail0.4 mi · Hiking/Biking
Hale Lake Woodland Trail is a 0.4-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It stays near a lake or pond.
- Pilant Slough Trail1.2 mi · Hiking/Biking
Pilant Slough Trail is a 1.2-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- White Oak Trail1.8 mi · Hiking/Biking
White Oak Trail is a 1.8-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- River View Trail1.8 mi · Hiking/Biking/Equestrian
River View Trail is a 1.8-mile trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding at Brazos Bend. The name points to a scenic overlook or viewpoint. It follows the river corridor.
- ADA Playground Trail0.2 mi · Hiking
ADA Playground Trail is a 0.2-mile hiking trail at Brazos Bend. TPWD maps this as an accessible (ADA) path.
- Franky's Dam Trail0.5 mi · Hiking/Biking
Franky's Dam Trail is a 0.5-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It follows the dam and shoreline.
- Red Buckeye Trail1.5 mi · Hiking/Biking
Red Buckeye Trail is a 1.5-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Sawmill Trail1.8 mi · Hiking/Biking/Equestrian
Sawmill Trail is a 1.8-mile trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- ADA Path0.2 mi · Hiking
ADA Path is a 0.2-mile hiking path at Brazos Bend. TPWD maps this as an accessible (ADA) path.
- Campground Trail0.3 mi · Hiking/Biking
Campground Trail is a 0.3-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It ties into camping areas in the park.
- Observatory Trail< 0.1 mi · Hiking
Observatory Trail is a short hiking trail at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Park Road near Big Creek to near 116 Trail< 0.1 mi · Hiking/Biking
Park Road near Big Creek to near 116 Trail is a short trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It follows a creek, bayou, or spring corridor.
- Yellowstone Landing Trail0.3 mi · Hiking/Biking
Yellowstone Landing Trail is a 0.3-mile trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- access to Youth Group Area0.2 mi · Hiking
access to Youth Group Area is a 0.2-mile hiking trail at Brazos Bend. Use it to reach a trailhead or park area.
- Big Creek Mouth Trail< 0.1 mi · Hiking/Biking
Big Creek Mouth Trail is a short trail for hiking and biking at Brazos Bend. It follows a creek, bayou, or spring corridor.
Brazos Bend — frequently asked questions
Where can I find the official map for Brazos Bend?
This page links to official TPWD park and trails PDF maps for Brazos Bend, a Texas state park. Use the map toggle above to view the park overview and trails, then download the PDF for hiking, camping, and lake or trail access.
Do I need a reservation or pass to visit Brazos Bend?
Most Texas state parks charge a day-use entrance fee and can fill up on busy weekends and holidays, so reserving ahead is recommended. Confirm current entrance fees, hours, and reservation requirements for Brazos Bend on the official TPWD park website linked on this page.
What can I do at Brazos Bend?
Brazos Bend is a Texas state park managed by Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD). Activities vary by season and water levels — check the park and trails maps here for trailheads and access points, and the official TPWD page for current conditions and closures.
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