Hidden gems - Parks in Houston, United States not to miss (Updated April, 2024)

Hidden gems: Parks in Houston

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Houston. This list contains 87 places from Park category.

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Hines Lake

Park

👍👍 Wonderful, relaxing getaway in the city! Lots of wide trails and scenic views. Ample parking - three hours for a dollar! Great place for a picnic on the grass or a stroll by the lake. Wheelchair accessible.

5.00 (35 reviews)

Hermann Park

Park

👍👍 Best park in Central Houston. 44 acres surrounded by Texas Medical Center, Rice University, Houston Museum District.

5.00 (22 reviews)

CITY CENTRE Children Park

Park

5.00 (8 reviews)

Riverside Park

Park

5.00 (5 reviews)

Eastern Glades

Park

👍👍 This is a beautiful changing environment. From turtles to ducks to lily pads to huge toads, there’s always something fascinating to experience. There are 2 paths around Hines lake, one close to the water and another deeper into the trees that leads back to the lake’s edge. Both are a must any time i...

4.90 (130 reviews)

Clay Family Eastern Glades

Park

4.90 (124 reviews)

Eastern Glades Entrance

Park

4.90 (101 reviews)

Memorial Park Picnic Area 1

Park

👍👍 Walking distance to the trails through beautiful trees. The air smells so fresh. My favorite part of the park I’ve adventured in thus far. If you’re into biking there are great bike trails as well. Lovely for a fun run or walk. Not terribly crowded. Helpful trial markers. Wonderful time getting lost...

4.90 (28 reviews)

Menil Dog Park

Park

👍👍 Park

4.90 (17 reviews)

Buffalo Bayou Park Trail

Park

4.90 (17 reviews)

Jimmy's Place Park

Park

👍👍 Quiet and peaceful place to walk or just sit and reflect. There is also plenty of parking.

4.90 (14 reviews)

Triangle Park

Park

4.90 (9 reviews)

Rocket Park

Park

4.90 (8 reviews)

Hermann Park Lake Plaza

Park

👍👍 A month ago I moved to Houston from NYC and I couldn't find a place in the city that I liked, this park makes me remember Central Park for its lakes and the zoo as well as its sidewalks! I would love to see people running or taking photos or sitting on the grass like in Central park but so far it i...

4.80 (128 reviews)

Marvin Taylor Exercise Trail

Park

This 2-mi. tree-shaded walking/jogging trail in Hermann Park passes by fitness equipment.

4.80 (95 reviews)

George Bush Park Boardwalk

Park

👍👍 Probably the best Road bike trail around Houston. There is very little foot traffic on the highway 6 side and one the few places where you can cruise at 25mph without having to dodge cars or slow for pedestrians. The Katy side trail head is at the junction of Highland Knolls and Fry Rd, since it lin...

4.80 (43 reviews)

Memorial Park Volleyball Courts

Beach volleyball court

👍👍 Four courts, we play every Sunday at 3pm. Show up and join us!

4.80 (32 reviews)

Luna's Park

Park

👍👍 Kids are all friendly and it is a nice place, kept very clean

4.80 (29 reviews)

Houston Nature Center

Park

👍👍 Cute little nature center full of family-friendly interactive exhibits and lots of info about local wildlife, trails, rivers, etc. Situated at the head of the very nice, paved Root River State Trail. Staff are always friendly and helpful, sometimes there's even an owl from the owl center there "help...

4.80 (29 reviews)

Trailhead Park

Park

👍 Nice place to rest while riding the Root River trail. Nice playground for the kids, but it's not a jungle gym type place. Rather, it's a hill, some carved items to climb on, a rock tunnel and other "natural things" kids like.

4.80 (26 reviews)

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Hidden gems: Parks in Houston, United States