Lake Houston Wilderness Park

The 4,919.5 acre-park includes lodges, campsites, nature trails, and an equestrian area, as well as swimming, bird watching, hiking, biking and horseback riding. (The park does not furnish horses.) Operated by the city of Houston. Admission charge. 22031 Baptist Encampment Road, New Caney. 281/354-6881 . www.houstontx.gov/parks/ourparks/lakehoustonpark.html .