Bryce Canyon boasts the largest collection of hoodoos anywhere on the planet! Bryce is often overlooked by its nearby partner, Zion. This park is only 2 hours away from Zion National Park. We highly recommend checking out Bryce Canyon after Zion – you will not be disappointed! Even though this park is so close to Zion, you’ll be surprised by […]
Houston is massive! We’ve spent years exploring the city and are still finding new hidden gems in the different Houston suburbs. Check out our top 6 outer loops parks. Click the links below to find out why we love each of these parks so much! Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary – A hidden gem in the Memorial City area of […]
Hermann Park – With its many different activities including proximity to the Houston Zoo and numerous museum, free Miller Outdoor shows, beautiful gardens, and large size, there is no doubt that Hermann Park is our all-time favorite Houston Park. This park also falls under our top parks for photo opportunities. The Japanese Gardens and Centennial Gardens are both popular spots […]
Click the links below to find out why we love each of these parks so much! Hermann Park – With its many different activities including proximity to the Houston Zoo and numerous museum, free Miller Outdoor shows, beautiful gardens, and large size, there is no doubt that Hermann Park is our all-time favorite Houston Park. This park also falls under […]
Although Houston is flat, there’s plenty of parks where you can enjoy hiking miles of trails. Click the links below to find out why we love each of these parks so much! 1. Huntsville State Park – Houston is within driving distance to a few State Parks. Huntsville State Park is located north of Houston a few miles north of […]
Click the links below to find out why we love each of these parks so much! Eleanor Tinsley Park/Buffalo Bayou Park – Eleanor Tinsley Park is on our list primarily for the views it offers of the Houston downtown skyline. This park is makes up a portion of the larger Buffalo Bayou Park, which offers great running trails, artwork installations, […]
Move aside Chicago, Houston has its own bean sculpture. Created by the same architect (Anish Kapoor) who created the Chicago “Cloud Gate” aka “The Bean,” the “Cloud Column” went up in Houston in spring 2018. The Lillie and Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden itself has been around for many years, with the Cloud Column being a new addition. I wouldn’t say […]
Town Green Park is one of the many parks located in the heart of the Woodlands Waterway. It is a four-acre green space and is near many of the most famous Woodlands attractions including the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and The Woodlands Mall. We rented kayaks here at the Riva Row Boat House for a peaceful morning out on the […]
Levy Park is a 6-acre park located in the Upper Kirby District of Houston. Levy Park is the perfect example of a well-designed urban park. It features a unique playground for kids (currently closed due to COVID), plenty of seating, two cafes, a stage for exercise classes, and a small path to explore. There are plenty of free parking spots […]
Tranquility park is an interesting Houston park. It offers a nice view of skyscrapers and if the water fountains are ever on, it would be very serene and tranquil. However, the fountains have never been on when I’ve stopped by. Instead, the park has become run-down and is more of a local spot for homeless people now. Learn more about […]