The Hopewell Trail provides hikers, equestrian riders, and mountain bicycle riders approximatly 12.5 scenic miles of trail between Kimball Bend Park and Lakeside Village. Trail users are guided through dense oak and juniper woodlands, expansive pastures of native Texas grasses, and sandy shorelines along the western edge of Whitney Lake.

Horses are welcome on the Hopewell trail. Riders should be prepared for rocky trail surfaces, low hanging limbs, and creek crossings. Water is available at trailhead areas at the Plowman Creek Park access.

Hike to the top of Powelldale Mountain for a beutiful view of the lake, or catch a glimpse of an endangered Golden Cheek Warbler. The failed Colony of Kent was located near the trail by Solomon's Nose, a rocky outcropping next to a BNSF bridge. The trail only has 3 access points, hikers should plan accordingly and be prepared for few amenities. Poison Ivy and Sumac are common along trail shoulders. Watch for snakes!

The southern half of the trail is flat to gently rolling: great for beginners and folks looking for an easy to moderate ride. More challenging terrain can be found along the brazos river where densly tree-lined trails follow steep shorelines. Bike riders should be prepared for shallow creek crossings and loose rocks on the trail. Also be on the lookout for trail hazards such as sharp rocks and low hanging limbs.