Kids nowadays don’t have a lot of time to learn more about nature and about how to depend on themselves. Unfortunately, they are either busy studying at school in the morning or doing their homework in the evening. So, it would be great if they can get a chance to discover the outdoors and learn some personal skills. If you live in Houston, Texas, here are the top places to take your kids camping in the outdoors.
Galveston Island State Park
Galveston Island State Park is one of the few places around Houston that offer a great place to camp near the beach, the bay, and the gulf. The place will make your kids fall in love with nature and all that it has to offer, from a bright night sky to a great beach where they can swim. Whether you want to camp in a tent or sleep in your trailer, the park has a place for you. Also, it attracts many bird species that you can watch during the fall and spring migrations.
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park will let your kids practice new hobbies, as it offers a wide variety of activities for your kids to choose from. The park has about 7 miles of trails for activities including biking, horseback riding, bird-watching, hiking, and fishing. It’s one of the best places for families who are into nature. Also, your kids will definitely enjoy watching the alligators from a distance while hiking around the park. The park also has campsites with electricity, as well as primitive campsites.
Lake Houston Wilderness Park
Lake Houston Wilderness Park is the perfect place for you if you don’t want to drive for a long time, as it’s just 30 minutes away from downtown Houston, which makes it so easy to reach. Also, it has 4,800 acres of wilderness where you and your kids will be free to walk around. The park offers screened shelters, campsites, and cabins. You can choose the setting that suits you best. If you’re with a large group, you can find a bigger campsite that will meet all your needs.
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Stephen F. Austin State Park could be your best choice if you’re looking for a campsite where your kids will get to know more about the colonial history of the state of Texas, as you can visit the San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site while you are there. As a result, your kids will get a great chance to discover the wilderness while learning useful history facts about the Texas revolution and Stephen F. Austin himself. The park has regular campsites, group campsites, and screened shelters.
With all these parks and campsites, you now know a few places that you can discover with your kids on the weekends or during the holidays. Camping will help your kids make new friends and be more confident. Make sure to choose the right campsite according to your kids’ favorite activities. We might even see you there! – your friends at Russell & Smith Ford
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