Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
\n<\/strong>“Located on the western edge of Memorial Park, the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and the opportunity to experience the natural world. This 155-acre non-profit urban nature sanctuary provides education about the natural environment to people of all ages.”
\n<\/strong>Here is their website<\/a>.\u00a0 Phone \u00a0713.681.8433 \u00a0Map<\/a> \u00a0 Trails<\/a>
\nPalmetto Multi-sensory Trail \u00a00.33 mile loop \u00a0“…this trail offers many interpretative stops that educate visitors about the natural world here at the Arboretum.”
\nAlice Brown Loop\/ Ravine Overlook 0.5 mile \u00a0“...<\/b>this short loop parallels the driveway and leads to a small pond. Along the way, be sure to stop at the Ravine Overlook Deck where you\u2019ll have a bird\u2019s eye view of the forest from the canopy above to a stream below.”
\nThere are several other trails which look as if they might be easy walking. \u00a0Call the center to learn more.<\/p>\n