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Houston Parks Board is a non-profit organization that expands, improves and protects parks, trails and greenspaces across the Houston region.

A nonprofit 501(c)(3) dedicated to providing access to quality parks and greenspace for all people, Houston Parks Board creates, improves, protects and advocates for parkland in the Greater Houston region. Since 1976, the organization has utilized public-private partnerships and its extensive philanthropic, government and community relationships to improve parks large and small. Houston Parks Board is currently leading the transformational $220 million Bayou Greenways 2020 project to create a 150-mile network of connected parks and trails along Houston’s major waterways.

10/12/2026

Celebrating 50 years of people coming together to expand, improve, and protect parks and greenspace across the Houston region! 🌳

Thank you to everyone who joined Houston Parks Board for our 50th Anniversary celebration and to everyone who has been part of this work since 1976.

Public-private partnerships are at the heart of what we do. By bringing together government, philanthropy, businesses, and communities, we can turn shared visions into lasting places that connect neighborhoods, support healthier communities, and give more Houstonians access to nature.

As we reflect on 50 years of impact, we’re grateful to everyone who has been part of this work. Here’s to continuing to expand, improve, and protect parks and greenspace together for generations to come! 💚

10/07/2026

Ever wonder how a wetland is created? 🌿

Join Houston Parks Board on Oct. 14 for a family-friendly webinar exploring the creation of a new wetland at Coolgreen Nursery, the former Texaco Golf Course, along Greens Bayou.

Christina Lee, Houston Parks Board Conservation Technician and biologist, will share how wetlands support wildlife, restore habitat, and contribute to healthier waterways.

The project is supported by the National Estuary Program's Watershed Grant, which is funding efforts to restore eight wetlands along Houston's waterways.

Stay until the end for a chance to win a gift certificate! Register here: https://bit.ly/4y4kURt

10/06/2026

Help us plant a Bat Prairie this spooky season! 🦇🌱

Join the Green Team on Friday, Oct. 9, at Simsbrook for a hands-on planting event along Sims Bayou.

Volunteers will help install native forbs and grasses in a Bat Prairie, creating habitat for wildlife and supporting Houston's native landscapes.

This planting is funded by the CITGO: Caring for Our Coast Grant.

Come get your hands dirty and help grow a healthier habitat along Sims Bayou! Register: https://bit.ly/4d4MI0G

10/05/2026

On Oct. 1, Houston Parks Board, Mayor John Whitmire , Kinder Foundation, Houston Parks - HPARD, and community partners broke ground on the transformation of MacGregor Park, launching a historic $75 million public-private investment in one of Houston’s most beloved parks.

The groundbreaking marks the beginning of a comprehensive restoration of the 65-acre park, which has been a place for recreation, culture, and community gathering in southeast Houston for nearly a century.

The renovation will build on MacGregor Park’s legacy with improvements to park amenities, infrastructure, accessibility, and resiliency, creating a more welcoming space for the community and future generations.

We’re excited to see MacGregor Park’s next chapter take shape. Visit houstonparksboard.org/macgregor to stay up to date on the park’s progress and follow along as the transformation takes place.

10/01/2026

The Bayou Greenways Conservation Academy is underway! 🌿

Our inaugural class kicked off with a day-long orientation, learning about Houston Parks Board’s work along the bayous and the habitats that help them thrive.

Participants heard from guest speaker Laura Clark about bats in Houston before heading to Thomas Bell Foster Park along Greens Bayou. There, our Conservation Technicians shared a behind-the-scenes look at the wetlands, forests, prairies, and native landscapes found throughout the park. 🦇

Up next: our nursery, citizen science, and more opportunities to explore Houston’s bayou ecosystems. We’re excited to continue learning alongside this inaugural class!

09/30/2026

Bird Week was a great opportunity to slow down, look around, and discover some of the birds that call Houston home. 🐦

Thank you to everyone who joined Houston Parks Board and Houston Audubon for our beginner-friendly bird walk! Together, we counted 31 bird species while exploring Houston's natural spaces and learning some birding basics along the way.

Thanks for joining us and helping make Bird Week a chance to connect with nature and discover something new!

09/29/2026

More than 70 community members joined us for the recent Spring Branch East Open House! 🌳

The event gave neighbors an opportunity to learn more about the planned Spring Branch Trail East connection between US 290 and White Oak Bayou Greenway, including a hike-and-bike trail and a trail crossing under West 34th Street.

Attendees met with the design team, viewed project plans, asked questions, and shared input to help shape the project.

Thank you to everyone who came out, shared their perspective, and helped us envision what's next for the Spring Branch Trail.

09/28/2026

Let’s Play Houston is officially underway! 🌳

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Lawrence Park to celebrate the groundbreaking of Let’s Play Houston, the largest investment in neighborhood parks in Houston history.

Lawrence Park is one of the first parks to enter construction through the initiative, marking an important milestone in the work to create more welcoming, accessible spaces for play, recreation, and gathering.

The groundbreaking brought together Mayor John Whitmire, local leaders, and more than 175 community members and project partners to mark the beginning of this citywide effort.

We’re excited to see Let’s Play Houston take shape, and look forward to sharing the initiative's impact across Houston.

09/24/2026

What makes a great park or trail?

It’s more than a path or a playground. It’s a place to connect with nature, get active, spend time with family and neighbors, and enjoy the outdoors.

At Houston Parks Board, we think broadly about what parks and trails can provide for Houston. That means creating spaces that support recreation, connect communities, and give more people opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

Ready to explore? Find your next adventure along the Bayou Greenways: https://houstonparksboard.org/parks/

09/23/2026

Getting plants in the ground and growing Houston’s native landscapes! 🌱

Thank you to everyone who joined the Green Team at Thomas Bell Foster Park on Sept. 18. Volunteers helped install about 550 plants, including native forbs, grasses, and shrubs, across several of the park’s beds. These plants will provide habitat and support Houston’s natural environment for years to come.

Want to get your hands dirty at the next one? Our next Green Team event is Oct. 9, and registration is open!

Register today: https://bit.ly/4d4MI0G

Address

300 N Post Oak Lane
Houston, TX
77024

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+17139428500

Website

http://www.houstonparksboard.org/donate, https://arcg.is/1CWyP41

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