Alexander Deussen (1882-1959), a petroleum geologist, donated a 309-acre site on Lake Houston to Harris County in 1956. The site was converted into a public park and named the Alexander Deussen Read more »

Often described as “Houston’s heart” and Houston's “Plymouth Rock,” Allen’s Landing is an area that truly defines Houston. It was here in 1836 that August C. and John K. Allen stepped ashore and Read more »

Located inside George Bush Park in West Houston, American Shooting Centers is equipped with three facilities: rifle and pistol, sporting slays, and trap and skeet.The rifle and pistol facility is open Read more »

In Anahauc National Wildlife Refuge, the chorus of thousands of waterfowl, wind moving through the coastal prairie, the splash of an alligator going for a swim, and a high-pitched call of a fulvous Read more »

Armand Bayou Nature Center is one of the largest urban wilderness preserve in the U.S., protecting 2,500 acres of natural wetlands, forest, prairie, and marsh habitats once abundant in the Read more »

Arthur Storey Park, blends the importance of storm water detention with a park environment that includes amenities provided through a local initiative. Every weekend, hundreds of Harris County Read more »

Put your headphones on, hit play and let local insiders, captivating voices and an original soundtrack featuring a folksy-techno groove envelop you in stories of Houston’s past and present. Experience Read more »

Situated southeast of Jersey Village, Texas—on 18 acres off the intersection of 290 and the Sam Houston Tollway—Bane Park remains a popular outdoor destination for visitors of all ages and Read more »

Dedicated to the memory of Barbara Jordan, an unforgettable force in Civil Rights for African-Americans and a hero to women and Americans with disabilities, the 6-acre Barbara Jordan Park features Read more »

With an average of only 18 days per year with temperatures below freezing and 99.6 days with high temperatures falling in the 90s, Houston’s nature enthusiasts know that there’s no better Read more »

Situated three miles outside of the southwest end of the Inner Loop—on 70 acres at the corner of Hillcroft and Bissonnet—Bayland Park remains a popular outdoor destination for visitors of Read more »

The history Bear Creek Pioneers Park was created in the 1940s by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to prevent the repetition of flooding that occurred in Houston in 1935.  Bear Creek Pioneers Read more »

Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge, a freshwater slough winding through salt marshes, offers rare, native bluestem prairie that graces the uplands. Brazoria NWR is on a key location on the Texas Gulf, Read more »

Brazos Bend State Park offers a scenic haven for birdwatchers and wildlife observers. More than 270 species of birds have been sighted here, and the prehistoric-looking American alligator is the Read more »

Buffalo Bayou, the 52-mile slow-moving waterway that was the site of Houston's founding in 1836, has become a destination for outdoor recreation near downtown Houston. It is one of the few bayous left Read more »

The Buffalo Bayou ArtPark features a constantly rotating collection of public art at the Sabine Street bridge between Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive. Between 20 and 25 works of art are displayed at Read more »

Situated northeast of Tomball, Texas, on 320 acres between Kuykendahl Road and FM2978, Burroughs Park remains a popular outdoor destination for visitors of all ages and abilities. The multi-use park Read more »

On January 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger, during Mission 51-L, exploded at 11:39 a.m., seventy three seconds after liftoff, killing all aboard: Francis R. Scobee, Shuttle Commander; Michael Read more »

Located on Cullen Boulevard, Christia Adair Park offers a number of playgrounds and picnic spots as well as tennis courts, a nature trail and other amenities.One of the central elements of the park is Read more »

Clear Lake Park is located in the heart of the Bay Area. The park offers many recreational activities, including kayaking, fishing and birding.There are several ballfields inside the park and two Read more »

Located along Cypress Creek in Spring, Collins Park is a 55-acre park with multiple sports facilities, nature trails and fishing opportunities along the creek. Collins Park features five softball Read more »

Congressman Bill Archer Park, a 926 acre facility north of Interstate 10 on Highway 6 North, officially opened May 2, 2007. The facility features 17 acre, off-leash dog park for all sizes. The large Read more »

Set on 46 acres in the town of Crosby, Crosby Park is a 46-acre facility with sports fields, walking trails, picnic areas and more. Crosby Park has two baseball fields each with a concession stand and Read more »

Located just 20 minutes north of Downtown Houston, Cypress Trails Equestrian Center is a sanctuary for horse lovers of all skill levels. Some of the most scenic and sometimes challenging trails in the Read more »

With an average of only 18 days per year with temperatures below freezing and 99.6 days with high temperatures falling in the 90s, Houston’s nature enthusiasts know that there’s no better city to soak Read more »