The City's Best Outdoor Spots

by Citysearch_Staff - 0 Reviews - 2,646 Lists

Updated: May 30, 2002

Whether you're looking to hit the links, take an afternoon hike or simply find a place to relax, these fresh-air favorites will satisfy your inner athlete.

On this page:Parks, Golf Courses, Hiking Trails.

Parks

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Hermann Park
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    6001 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030 (map)

    This shady public space offers trails, picnic areas, a golf course, an amphitheater and the zoo.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Brazos Bend State Park
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    21901 FM 762 Rd, Damon, TX 77430 (map)

    Just an hour south of Houston, this state park covers nearly 5,000 acres of plains, lakes and hiking trails.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Memorial Park Golf Course
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    6501 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007 (map)

  4. 4 3.5 Star Rating: Average Galveston Island State Park
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    14901 FM 3005 Rd, Galveston, TX 77554 (map)

Golf Courses

  1. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Hermann Park Golf Course
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    2155 N Macgregor Dr, Houston, TX 77030 (map)

    A venerable course featuring tiered greens, elevated tee boxes and a $1 million clubhouse.

  2. 6 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Woodlands Country Club
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    2301 N Millbend Dr, Spring, TX 77380 (map)

    This tough but forgiving PGA Tour stop makes weekend amateurs feel like pros.

  3. 7 2 Star Rating: Below Average Moody Gardens Golf Course
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    1700 Sydnor Ln, Galveston, TX 77554 (map)

    Situated on scenic Sydnor Bayou, it's a pleasant place to play for golfers of all skill levels.

  4. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Memorial Park Golf Course
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    6501 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007 (map)

    The crown jewel of the city's central green space, this municipal course is chock-full of Houston history and modern amenities.

  5. 9 4 Star Rating: Recommended Gleannloch Farms Golf Club
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    19393 Champion Forest Dr, Spring, TX 77379 (map)

    A challenging, rustic public course that allows players to work on their total game.

Hiking Trails

  1. 10 4 Star Rating: Recommended Huntsville State Park
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    Park Road 40, Huntsville, TX 77342 (map)

    Lose yourself in one of Texas' lushest forests.

  2. 11 Armand Bayou Nature Center
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    8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, TX 77507 (map)

  3. 12 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Houston Arboretum & Nature Ctr
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    4501 Woodway Dr, Houston, TX 77024 (map)