Closed Trail Status

These trails are currently closed by the US Forest Service.  Updates will be provided when new information is available.

CLOSED TRAILS:

MULTI-USE TRAILS (MUT):

EASTSIDE:

• Lake Loop

• YCC

UPDATE Feb 19, 2026:  The Forest Service contracts for 18 bridges on Lake Loop and YCC, and tread hardening on Lake Loop, have been released for contractor pre-solicitation.

NWCC C-57 CYCLING TRAIL:

The section of North Loop from Start Hill to the west junction with Inner Loop is closed due to the failure of the fiberglass bridge in 2024 from repeated extreme weather events.  The US Forest Service is working with the Sam Houston Trails Coalition and National Forest Foundation to procure disaster funding so the bridge can be repaired.  The repair will involve fixing the support structures under the existing bridge, replacing damaged fiberglass components, and building a 20’ bridge extension.  Obtaining quotes for the foundation work is currently underway.  Bill Elwell is the project manager:  Hiking.events@samhoustontrails.com