City Walk Nature Inside the Loop, 7.0 miles

We often walk in Memorial Park and the Houston Arboretum but this time with an eye toward the natural (and engineered) features of these parks that make them a welcome break from concrete and air conditioning. Following paths and creekbeds we will see that Houston is not all as flat as your coffee table. From the top of the Memorial Drive land bridge/tunnel project where we see the park from the level of the treetops, down to a scant few feet above sea level at the edge of the Buffalo Bayou we will have a nice Sunday afternoon walk on the wild side. We finish the walk through the Eastern Glades part of the park.

Parking: Several of the lots are not free but there is much free parking along the loop. Memorial Park parking Come early and give yourself time to park.

Wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water. The heat in Texas is always a concern so let someone know if you are having a hard time. Light-colored and loose fitting clothing are recommended. For more information about hiking check out this very useful hiking website: https://www.hatsandmore.org/

Our organizers are not guides nor do we have any special training. We are here to come up with hiking ideas and get the hike started. Take the same precautions you would if hiking alone, including the fitness needed to make long hikes. Then enjoy the hike among friends.

COVID PRECAUTIONS:
Bring and wear a mask when not hiking and follow the best practices to prevent the transmission of COVID.

Gathering Place:
We are gathering by Beck's Prime. Park anywhere and walk on over.
1001 E Memorial Loop Dr, Houston, TX 77007
Call or text Alan at 713 863 8038 if you need help.

The Hike:
The walk is mostly crushed granite and dirt trails, with sun and shade.
Weather Forecast:
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=29.6905&lon=-95.3083

Hike map is in the photos.

After Hike:
Becks Prime, at the golf course
1001 E Memorial Loop Dr, Houston, TX 77007