| Lake Houston Wilderness Park | |
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| Type | Municipal (Houston, Texas) |
| Location | New Caney, Texas |
| Coordinates | 30°07′17″N95°09′32″W / 30.121522°N 95.158836°W |
| Area | 4,786.6 acres (19 km2) |
| Created | 2006 |
| Operated by | Houston Parks and Recreation Department |
Lake Houston Wilderness Park is a wooded parkland that encompasses 5,000 acres. [1] It is the only park owned by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department that has overnight camping and lodging. There are over 20 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails available inside the park. There are other park facilities including an archery range and a nature center. Each trail offers a different range of difficultly and distance.
The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including woodpeckers and other birds, deer, snakes, bats, and several types of fish, with alligators occasionally seen in the swamp. The nature center features animals such as young alligators, snakes, and spotted gar.
The park is pet-friendly in tent camping areas and throughout the grounds, though pets are not allowed inside cabins. Visitors are welcome to explore by bike or on horseback, but must bring their own. All fishing in the park is catch and release only.
There are plenty of ways to enjoy your stay at the park. You can visit for the day or spend the night at one of the many overnight options. The park offers a range of accommodations, including cabins with running water and electricity, A-frame cabins with power, and lodges. Some equipped with both water and electricity, while others offer a more rustic experience. For those who prefer traditional camping, there are also tent sites available for individuals or groups.
