Houston Parks

• What is Alief Community Park and where is it located?
  • Alief Community Park is a public park located at the former site of the First United Methodist Church of Houston's Quillian Memorial Center.
  • The park is located at 11903 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072.
• What is the history of the park?
  • Originally developed in 1993 as Southwest Park, later known as Quillian Park, the park has undergone renovations in 2004 and 2011 with major improvements.
• How large is Alief Community Park?
  • The park spans 37 acres of land in Southwest Houston.
• What facilities does the Alief Park Community Center offer?
  • The center features a community-access swimming pool and a bathhouse with locker rooms.
• What sports amenities are available?
  • The park includes four lighted tennis courts, two lighted baseball fields with bleachers, and a soccer field.
• Is there a place for children to play?
  • Yes, there are two separate children's playgrounds for kids to enjoy.
• Are there trails for hiking or biking?
  • The park features a newly-added trail system for hikers and bikers.
• What other amenities are available at Alief Community Park?
  • Visitors can enjoy a multi-use event pavilion and a spacious picnic area.

• What is Elizabeth Baldwin Park?
  • Elizabeth Baldwin Park is a lovely public park near the main campus of Houston Community College, spanning approximately five acres near the city's downtown district.
• When was the park developed and what is its centerpiece?
  • The park, which was developed in 1905, is anchored around a beautiful 1912 stone fountain named in honor of founding Houston matriarch Charlotte Allen.
• What natural features does the park offer?
  • Lush plantings of new trees and flowers complement the park's century-old trees, which frame a crushed granite jogging trail open to visitor use.
• What amenities are available at the park?
  • Newly-installed picnic and chess tables provide opportunities for rest and recreation.
• What is the Vietnamese Heritage Plaza?
  • The park's Vietnamese Heritage Plaza honors the city's thriving Vietnamese community in Midtown, with inscriptions in a variety of languages spoken throughout the multicultural urban area.
• What historical buildings surround the park?
  • Historic townhouses and mansions frame the park, including living history museum facilities such as the Nichols-Rice Cherry House.
• Where is Elizabeth Baldwin Park located?
  • 1701 Elgin, Houston, TX 77004

• What is Bell Park and where is it located?
  • Bell Park is a charming 1.15-acre public park within Houston's Museum District, located along Montrose Boulevard.
  • 4800 Montrose, Houston, TX 77005
• When was Bell Park established?
  • The park was deeded to the city by C.C. Bell in 1967 and opened to the public three years later.
• Who commonly visits Bell Park?
  • It is a popular spot for nearby office workers to enjoy lunch outside and for families visiting nearby museums to picnic and enjoy pick-up sporting games.
• What natural features does the park have?
  • Beautiful lush landscaping shades the park, which is anchored around a central fountain.
• What statue is located in Bell Park?
  • The park is home to a seven-foot bronze statue of Christopher Columbus, erected in 1992 as part of the 500th anniversary celebration of the European exploration of North America.

Romantic Houston Parks

• What is Beverly Hills Park and where is it located?
  • Beverly Hills Park is a 21-acre neighborhood park bordering the southeast Houston subdivision of the same name, originally developed in 1960.
  • 10201 Kingspoint, Houston, TX 77075
• What facilities are offered at the Beverly Hills Park community center?
  • The park is anchored around a public-use community center, which offers a full swimming pool complex originally opened to the public in 1979.
• What sports amenities are available?
  • Outside, the park features a tennis court, a softball diamond, and several multipurpose sporting fields.
• Is there a playground for children?
  • Yes, a children's playground offers swings and other equipment for children of all ages to safely play.
• Are there picnic and event areas?
  • Day-use picnic areas are available for families, and a multi-use pavilion may be rented for private and public special events.
• Does Beverly Hills Park host community events?
  • Yes, a number of community events are held at the park throughout the year, including fundraising events for further park development.

• What is Buffalo Bayou Park/Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark?
  • Buffalo Bayou Park/Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark is a 160-acre green space at the western end of Houston's downtown district, developed by the Buffalo Bayou Partnership and the Houston Parks and Recreation Department.
• What natural features can visitors enjoy at Buffalo Bayou Park?
  • The park is home to lush native landscaping along the banks of the slow-moving Buffalo Bayou, which can be explored via paddle craft rentals from a number of vendors.
• Are there hiking and biking trails available?
  • Yes, hiking and biking trails are available for visitor use, with bike rentals also offered.
• What facilities and amenities are offered at the park?
  • The park features two visitor centers with information on area attractions and ecology, outdoor gathering spaces, and day-use picnic areas for relaxation and dining.
• What other attractions are found in the park?
  • Other attractions include a prominent dog park and run, a creative nature play area, and the Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark, which hosts internationally-renowned skateboarding competitions and events.
• Where is Buffalo Bayou Park located?
  • 1800-3600 Allen Parkway/Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77019

• What is Burnett Bayland Park and where is it located?
  • Burnett Bayland Park was originally developed by Harris County in 1971, located on 67 acres of former orphanage land donated to the county by Joseph Meyer in 1912.
  • 6000 Chimney Rock, Houston, TX 77081, Phone: 713-668-4516
• Who oversees Burnett Bayland Park?
  • Since 1996, the park has been overseen as part of a joint city-county partnership with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, and is named in honor of orphanage owner Mary Burnett-Bayland.
• What play facilities are available for children?
  • A spacious modern water playground is offered for children’s play during summer months, along with a children's playground for safe play for both older and younger children.
• Are there walking trails at the park?
  • Yes, a one-mile walking trail meanders throughout the park.
• What recreational facilities are included?
  • The park is home to a community center, a basketball pavilion, and soccer and baseball fields.
• Does Burnett Bayland Park offer a community garden?
  • Yes, for a nominal fee, area residents can grow plants and produce at a community garden.

• What is Candlelight Park and where is it located?
  • Candlelight Park is a residential neighborhood park in northwest Houston, located on 10 acres and named in honor of the nearby Candlelight Estates subdivision.
  • 1520 Candlelight, Houston, TX 77018, Phone: 713-682-3587
• When was Candlelight Park developed?
  • The park was originally developed on seven acres in 1952, with three additional acres added in 1961.
• What facilities does the community center offer?
  • A public-use community center offers a gymnasium and basketball pavilion, which were renovated and rededicated in 1986.
• Is there a playground at Candlelight Park?
  • Yes, a large children's playground provides safe play opportunities for youngsters of all ages, added to the park in 1992.
• What other amenities are available at the park?
  • Amenities include a newly-laid asphalt walking trail, lush green landscaping, and evening lighting to keep the park safe for guests during twilight hours.

Houston Parks for Families

• What is Charlton Park and where is it located?
  • Charlton Park is an 8.73-acre public park in Houston's Park Place community, located along the beautiful banks of Sims Bayou.
  • 8200 Park Place Blvd, Houston, TX 77017
• What is the history of Charlton Park?
  • The park's first five acres were developed at the turn of the 20th century, known as a popular Sunday picnic destination accessible via the city's Interurban rail line.
  • After Park Place was incorporated into the City of Houston in 1926, the park was redeveloped in 1931 and named in honor of former Park Place mayor George Charlton.
• What recreational amenities are available at Charlton Park?
  • The park offers tennis courts, a community center, and a basketball pavilion.
• Is there a playground for children?
  • Yes, children's playgrounds are available and draw youngsters of all ages for climbing, swinging, and other safe play experiences.
• What attractions are located near Charlton Park?
  • Across from the park, visitors can visit Glenbrook Golf Course or explore the Sims Bayou Nature Center, operated by the Houston Audubon Society.

• What is Cullen Park and where is it located?
  • Cullen Park is a public park and flood control urban landscaping project developed in 1984 at the site of Houston's Addicks and Barker Reservoirs.
  • 19008 Saums, Houston, TX 77084
• How large is Cullen Park?
  • The park spans more than 9,000 acres throughout Houston’s western end, making it one of the largest urban parks in the United States.
• Who developed Cullen Park?
  • The park was developed in collaboration with the United States Army Corps of Engineers.
• What parts of Cullen Park are developed for public use?
  • Though much of the park remains in its natural undeveloped condition, many visitor amenities are offered.
• What sports and recreation facilities are available?
  • A ballfield complex offers sporting league programming throughout the year, overseen by the city's recreation department.
  • An archery range is also available.
• Are there trails in Cullen Park?
  • A three-mile paved bike trail runs past wetland environments and an historic cemetery.
  • Five miles of multi-use trails meander past the banks of Mayde Creek.
• What amenities are available for families and children?
  • The park features a children’s water playground and day-use picnic sites for families to enjoy.

• What is Eastwood Park and where is it located?
  • Eastwood Park is located on 11 acres within Houston's planned Eastwood subdivision, originally acquired and developed by the city in 1916.
  • 5000 Harrisburg, Houston, TX 77011
• What recognition has Eastwood Park received?
  • In 1982, the park received an Award of Distinguished Achievement by the Houston chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
• What amenities does the Eastwood Park community center offer?
  • The community center, fully renovated in the 1970s, offers a swimming pool complex, baseball field, tennis courts, and day-use picnic sites.
• What other features are available in the broader park area?
  • Guests can make use of day-use picnic sites or bring skateboards to the park’s above-ground skate park.
• Is there an accessible playground at Eastwood Park?
  • Yes, the park’s Boundless Playground, constructed in partnership with CVS and Caremark, offers accessible children's play for young ones of all mobility and ability levels.