North Richland Hills reports more than 30 miles of hike-and-bike trails. The four entries below are all in-city City resources, but they have different surfaces, route lengths, connections, and parking arrangements; they should not be treated as one uninterrupted route. Check the linked City page and trail map before leaving.
Local options in North Richland Hills, Texas
The listings below were selected from official city, park, trail, market, recreation, institution, and operator resources. They are practical community information, not endorsements or medical recommendations. Hours, fees, programs, and access conditions can change.
Cotton Belt Trail
Four-mile trail through the city alongside the Cotton Belt railroad tracks; the City says it connects to the John Barfield, Walker’s Creek, and Calloway Branch trails, with parking at Cambridge Trailhead and Faram Park.
Check official details →Calloway Branch Trail
5.2-mile route with off-road and on-road segments that winds through parks and neighborhoods; City information lists connections to the John Barfield and Cotton Belt trails and parking at Cross Timbers and Richfield parks.
Check official details →John Barfield Trail
3.5-mile Little Bear Creek corridor route with scenic creek, ecosystem, and wildlife views; it joins the Keller trail system to the west and the Cotton Belt Trail to the east.
Check official details →Walker’s Creek Trail
2.8-mile route serving the NRH Centre, Library, NYTEX Sports Center, and other destinations; City-listed parking is at Walker’s Creek Park and Faram Park.
Check official details →Planning tips
- Use the City’s linked trail page and trail-system map to plan length, access, and connections rather than assuming every segment is off-road or continuous.
- The City says trails are open one hour before sunrise and close one hour after sunset; verify the particular facility page for current information.
- At roadway crossings, follow traffic controls and be attentive to walkers, cyclists, and drivers; the City specifically emphasizes shared-trail and road safety.
- Stay on the paved walking and bicycling trail beside the Cotton Belt rail corridor; City safety guidance states that adjacent railroad tracks are private property.
- For emergencies on off-road trails, the City says quarter-mile green-and-white location signs can provide a code to give 911 dispatch.
Connecting local habits with medical care
Accessible places to walk, exercise, shop, and build consistent routines can complement provider-guided weight management. Prescription treatment is only one possible part of care and does not replace nutrition, physical activity, sleep, preventive care, or management of other health conditions.
Telehealth service in North Richland Hills
Luma Health serves eligible Texas patients online. The locations in this guide are independent community resources; they are not Luma Health clinics or affiliates.
View the North Richland Hills service guide →Sources and official listings
- City of North Richland Hills — Cotton Belt Trail
- City of North Richland Hills — Calloway Branch Trail
- City of North Richland Hills — John Barfield Trail
- City of North Richland Hills — Walker’s Creek Trail
- City of North Richland Hills — NRH Trails Etiquette & Safety