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Adaptive Sports and Recreation
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
✓ Real, verified data — Last verified July 2026
Parks in Houston, TX
Houston has roughly 197 parks in our directory — a starting point for Texas families looking for the right park close to home. The list below is drawn from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data, then sorted by distance from your search so the nearest options come first. Texas is big and spread out, and what works for one family in Houston won’t fit another — schedules, ages served, pricing, and how far you’re willing to drive all matter. That’s why we show real listings with addresses, phone numbers and directions rather than a vague map, so you can make a quick call and decide for yourself. We verify each listing is real and currently listed (last checked July 2026), but details change: hours shift, waitlists open and close, and some places update their services between our checks. A two-minute phone call before you load everyone into the car can save a wasted trip. Treat this page as a shortlist to work from — narrow it down, call ahead, and confirm the specifics that matter most for your family in Houston. And if you’re after more practical, parent-tested help, our Parents Declassified guides are written for exactly these everyday moments.
The 197 nearest, ranked honestly — never by payment
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Allen's Landing Memorial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Amegy Tower Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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American Legion Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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American Statesmanship Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Anne Wilford Memorial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Antioch Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Arlene Nichols Memorial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Aron Ledet Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Autry Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Avenue Place Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Avondale Promenade Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bagby Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Baldwin Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bauer Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bayou Greenways Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bell Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bendwood Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bethel Church Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Briarbend Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Buffalo Bayou Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Burnett Street Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Butterfly Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Camp Logan Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Campbell Woods Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Candlelight Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Carol Tree Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Castillo Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Cherryhurst Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Clark Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Clements Spaceway
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Cleveland Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Confederate Ship Area Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Cooper Road Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Cottage Grove Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Crockett Street Greenspace
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Croyden Gardens Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Cullen Sculpture Garden
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Curry Street Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Discovery Green
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Donovan Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Dow Elementary Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Earl Henderson Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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El Franco Lee Public Service Plaza
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Eleanor Tinsley Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Elizabeth Glover Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Ella Lee Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Emancipation Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Ervan Chew Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Ethel B. Nacol Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Flag Tree Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Forest West Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Four Oaks Place
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Francklow Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Freed Art & Nature Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Freed Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Gessner Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Glenmore Forest Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Grady Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Graham Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Haden Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Halbert Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Harris County Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Harry Reed Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Hedwig Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Heights Boulevard Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Hennessy Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Henry Froehner Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Herkimer Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Hermann Square
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Hickory Shadows Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Highland Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Hogg Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Homewood Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Housman Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Houston Arboretum Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Houston International Promenade
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Houston International Promenade
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Houston International Promenade
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Houston International Promenade
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Hunters Creek Mini Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Independence Heights Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Irvington Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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James Bute Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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James W. Lee Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Jaycee Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Jetall Naeem Choudhri Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Johnny Goyen Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Junior League Park and walking Trail
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Kerr Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Kettering Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Kirby Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Knox Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Lawrence Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Levy Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Ley Plaza Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Lincoln Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Little Thicket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Little Tranquility Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Live Oak Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Love Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Lynn Wyatt Square for the Performing Arts
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Malone Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Mandell Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Mangum Manor Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Market Square Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Marmion Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Mary Elliott Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Mary Pierce Withers Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Maureen and Joe Mulrooney Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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McCullough Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Melrose Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Memorial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Menil Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Midtown Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Milroy Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Milton Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Montie Beach Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Moody Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Moritz Pech Family Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Nellie Keyes Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Norhill Esplanade
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Northline Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Oak Forest Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Olympia Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Our Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Park for Humans and Dogs
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Peggy Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Penwell Tower Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Pine Valley Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Pinewood Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Pitner Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Point 1
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Point 2
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Post Oak Central Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Post Oak Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Post Oak Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Post Oak Park East
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Proctor Plaza Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Pumpkin Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Quebedeaux Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Randall P. Jones Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Rebecca Meyer Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Richard Brock Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
148
Root Memorial Square Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Rosslyn Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Sabine-to-Bagby Promenade
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Sam Houston Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Schwartz Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
153
Second Baptist High School Ballpark
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
154
Sesquicentennial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Sesquicentennial Park Fish Plaza
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
156
Shady Lane Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Shepherd Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
158
Sleepy Hollow Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Spark Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Spotts Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Spring Branch Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
162
Spring Valley Village City Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
163
SpringSpirit Sports and Education Complex
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
164
Squatty Lyons Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Stude Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
166
Stuebner-Airline Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Sue Barnett 42nd Street Triangle
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Sue Barnett 43rd Street Triangle
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
169
Susan C. Kellner Pocket Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
170
Sylvester Turner Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Tanglewood Boulevard Esplanade
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Tanglewood Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Taub Baseball Field
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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The Lawn
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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The Park on San Felipe
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Timbergrove Manor Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Tranquillity Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Trebly Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Trees For Houston - Promenade Tree Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Troon Falls Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
181
Vassar Spaceway
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
182
Veterans Memorial Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Victoria Gardens Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Wanita Triangle
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Watonga Parkway Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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West 11th Street Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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West 26th Street Greenspace
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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West End Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
189
West Tidwell Trailhead
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
190
West Webster Street Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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White Oak Parkway
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Wiess Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Wiley Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Winzer Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Woodland Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026🌐 Website
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
196
Woodway Square Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Wright-Bembry Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Houston — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
How we chose these. We start from a full public list of parks serving Houston — built from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data. We verify each is real and currently listed (last checked July 2026), then sort by family-relevant signals: true distance, data completeness (address, phone, website), and listing source. Listings marked “Featured” would be paid placements — clearly labeled — and payment never changes the ranking of these picks. Listings are informational; please verify independently before visiting.
Frequently asked — Houston
▸ Are these Houston parks free?
Many of these are free or low-cost public and nonprofit resources, but it varies by location and program. We label the source for each listing. Always confirm any fees, eligibility or seasonal hours with the specific park before you go.
▸ What should I check before contacting a Houston park?
Confirm current availability, ages or grades served, location and hours — these differ from place to place. The list is sorted by distance from your search so you can start with the closest fit in Houston, then call to confirm the details that matter for your family.
▸ Where does this Houston listing data come from?
These listings come from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data. It’s informational and provided to help you find options near you — verify hours, eligibility and details directly before visiting. We’re an early preview and Texas-only for now.
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