LAKE LIVINGSTON STATE PARK There is an abundance of state parks near Houston, but this has to be one of our favorites. About an hour north of the city, you can find the tranquil shores and spectacular sunsets of Lake Livingston. It’s the second-largest lake in the state, so there’s tons of space […]
21901 FM 762 Needville, TX 461 (979)-553-5101 Brazos Bend Visitors Center Designed and fabricated in partnership with HW Exhibits, this visitors center features a total remodel. Educational graphics and displays around the space give guests a lesson in the history and environmental importance of the area. Brazos Bend State Park is a 4,897-acre state park […]
SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL FORREST Although this lovely spot is just an hour from downtown Houston, it feels like a whole new world. Sam Houston National Forest promises dense, tranquil woodlands, meandering lakeshores, and tons of wildlife. Bald eagles can be spotted in the winter, while deer, woodpeckers, and other native species are year-round residents of […]
ANAHUAC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE The best day trips from Houston trade bustling downtown streets for pristine natural landscapes and outdoor activities, and that’s exactly what you’ll discover at the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. The 2-hour drive from the city wanders over lakes and wraps around the scenic Trinity Bay before depositing guests among the meandering […]
6001 Fannin Street Houston, TX 77030 (713) 526-2183 Hermann Park has a bountiful assortment of entertainment: a golf course, an outdoor theater, a jogging track, a beautiful rose garden, picnic spaces, a butterfly exhibit, and even a museum on 445 acres Hermann Park, presented to the City of Houston by George Hermann in 1914, is […]