Houston has 49,643 acres of total park space, with 22 acres per 1,000 residents. The national average is 12.4 acres per 1,000 residents. I love this! For being such a large city it’s nice to know it’s not just a concrete jungle. I’ve had the pleasure of visiting most of the parks here in Houston and I must say they’re all very unique. Most of the parks include mountain and recreational bike trails, outdoor theaters and jogging tracks. So if you’re new to Houston or just not too familiar with what’s around, definitely check this out. If you have any questions just ask!

Downtown Bike Trail Houston Bike Trails The trail consists of 345 miles of interconnected bikeway networks of on street and off street trails. My favorite will have to be the Heights to Downtown trail. I just love the skyline view you get, it’s a sight to see at any time of the day.

Heights to Downtown Bike Trail Hermann Park (Museum District) -Golf Course -Outdoor Miller Theater -Jogging Track -Rose Garden -Houston Zoo -McGovern Lake  Buffalo Bayou  -Hike and Bike Trails -Canoe & Kayak -A beautiful Park  (Pro Tip: A handy smartphone APP that pinpoints areas of interest along the main section of the bayou)

The Anheuser-Busch Stage is a state-of-the-art outdoor concert venue, with audio and lighting systems designed to enhance the unique diversity of Houston’s performing and visual arts, as well as all musical genres. The backdrop of the stage is a magnificent view of Houston’s downtown skyline.  Discovery Green (Downtown Houston) -12 acre park -Dog Park -Jogging Trail -Pond & Picnic Areas -Restaurants: The Grove & The Lake House -Children’s Playground -Amphitheater Stage and Slope -Farmer’s Market

Lee & Joe Jamail Skate Park - Photo courtesy of www.cvent.com  Eleanor Tinsley Park  -Features Lee & Joe Jamail Skate Park -Art Park -Picnic Tables -Gorgeous views of downtown  Memorial Park  -Tennis Courts -Playing Fields -6 miles of mountain and recreational bike trails Fact: One lap jogging or walking around the Memorial Park is 2.88 miles & there are distance markers located every ¼ mile, in both directions. -Memorial Park Golf Course – 600 acres -Houston Arboretum & Nature Centre      I encourage everyone to go and visit these great parks. Especially now with this cooler weather, it's a must to go outside and enjoy it!   Always, -Lauren :)