Outdoor
Hiking
Lake Houston Wilderness Park
20 miles of forest trails and camping close to Houston
Ages
3–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~3hrs
Difficulty
Moderate
Setting
Outdoor
Over 4,700 acres of pine and hardwood forest with more than 20 miles of trails just 45 minutes from downtown Houston. The park has some of the longest and most varied hiking in the Houston region with trails winding through deep forest along Peach Creek. Equestrian trails are separate from hiking trails so families do not have to worry about surprise horse encounters. Primitive and improved camping options make weekend trips easy to plan.
Dog Friendly
Pricing
$3/person ages 13+ (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Lake Houston Wilderness Park cost?
- Admission to Lake Houston Wilderness Park is paid. $3/person ages 13+ (verify)
- What ages is Lake Houston Wilderness Park good for?
- Lake Houston Wilderness Park is best for kids ages 3 to 18+.
- Is Lake Houston Wilderness Park stroller friendly?
- No, Lake Houston Wilderness Park is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Lake Houston Wilderness Park?
- Yes, dogs are welcome at Lake Houston Wilderness Park.
- How hard is Lake Houston Wilderness Park?
- The difficulty level is moderate. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Lake Houston Wilderness Park free?
- No, Lake Houston Wilderness Park costs paid.
- What should I bring to Lake Houston Wilderness Park?
- Bring water, sunscreen, comfortable hiking shoes, and bug spray to Lake Houston Wilderness Park.
- How long does Lake Houston Wilderness Park take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Lake Houston Wilderness Park.
- When is the best time to visit Lake Houston Wilderness Park?
- Spring and fall are the best times to visit Lake Houston Wilderness Park, when the weather is mild.
Plan Your Visit
25840 FM 1485, New Caney, TX 77357