This route covers the first five access points of the Buffalo Bayou Paddling Trail starting at Hwy 6 and ending at Briar Bend. The Buffalo Bayou trail in its entirety is 26 miles long. This distance could be long to cover in just one day but with 10 access points along the trail, paddlers have the option of choosing what distance they want to cover. The water flow is mostly calm but is dependent on current water conditions which are determined by things like rainfall runoff and water releases from surrounding reservoirs. There may be log jams and other strainers along the route at times so portaging around these areas may be necessary.