Lake Houston parks feature trails, fishing, sports and more

For Lake Houston area families looking for a great place to escape just minutes away, Harris County Precinct 3 offers parks that are both scenic and educational.

The Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center and Mercer Botanic Gardens and Arboretum are considered "signature parks" by the precinct. They provide environmental educational opportunities for young minds who can gain knowledge from park staff.

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On a visit, families may connect with nature and participate in activities such as nature walks, fishing, woodworking, and many other classes offered throughout the year.

The precinct's parks website has information about park programs, reserving parks for private events, and rules on how to enjoy the park without interfering with others.

Here's some helpful information about precinct parks around northeast Harris County.

Address: 17302 W Lake Houston Pkwy., Atascocita

Open: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Park Features: Restrooms, pond/lake, gazebo, playground, fishing, picnic area, observation pier, boardwalk, dog walk

View an Atascocita Park map with hours and other details here.

Address: 13405 Maudeas Dr., Crosby

Open: 7 a.m. to Dusk

Park Features: Gazebo, playground, picnic area

View a Cedar Grove Park map with hours and other details here.

Address: 419 Hare Rd., Crosby

Open: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Park Features: Restrooms, baseball field, basketball court, pavilion, playground, picnic area, drinking water fountain, soccer field, football field, tennis court

View a Crosby Park map with hours and other details here.

Address: 6800 Miller Wilson Rd., Crosby

Open: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Park Features: Restrooms, baseball field, picnic area, drinking water fountain

Address: 604 Highland Woods Dr., Highlands

Open: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Park Features: Restrooms, basketball court, pavilion, spray park, gazebo, playground, picnic area, drinking water fountain, trail access, exercise equipment, tennis court

View a Highlands Park map with hours and other details here.

Address: 2100 Wolf Rd., Huffman

Open: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Park Features: Restrooms, baseball field, spray park, gazebo, playground, picnic area, drinking water fountain, community center, football field, benches, shade structures, concessions, batting cages, parking lot

View an I.T. May Park map with hours and other details here.

Address: 20634 Kenswick Dr., Humble

Website: www.pct3.com/JJP

Phone: 281-446-8588

Email: [email protected]

Open: 7 a.m. to Dusk

Park Features: Restrooms, canoe access, bike trail, playground, fishing, picnic area, trail access, nature center, shade structures, pond/lake, benches, boardwalk, drinking fountain, pavilion, parking lot, historical marker, nature center, rest rooms, gazebo, observation deck

View a Jesse H. Jones Park map with hours and other details here.

Address: 2310 Atascocita Rd., Humble

Open: 7 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Park Features: Baseball field, pavilion, playground, picnic area, drinking water fountain, soccer field, football field, shade structures, benches, rest room, multi-use sports field, concessions, parking lot, softball field, park office

View a Lindsay/Lyons Park map with hours and other details here.

Address: 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd., Humble

Website: www.pct3.com/MBG

Phone: 713-274-4160

Email: [email protected]

Open: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Note: Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day

Park Features: Restrooms, playground, picnic area, trail access, shade structures, library, pond/lake, parking, park office, gazebo

View a Mercer map with hours and other details here.

Address: 808 ½ Magnolia Ave., Crosby

Open: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Park Features: Restrooms, baseball field, basketball court, pavilion, gazebo, playground, fishing, picnic area, trail access, football field, amphitheater, exercise equipment, volleyball, historical marker, concessions, equestrian center, community center, drinking fountain, shade structure, amphitheater, parking lot

View a Riley Chambers Park map with hours and other details here.

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