Brazos Bend State Park
One of the best places in Texas to see wild alligators up close from the safety of elevated boardwalks and levee trails around 40-Acre Lake and Elm Lake. Kids are wide-eyed the first time they spot a real gator sunning just feet away. The George Observatory on-site offers stargazing programs on Saturday nights through large telescopes. Over 20 miles of flat trails are accessible for all skill levels.