City Walk Wooden Streets, 6.5 miles

Sorry, there are no wooden streets left in Houston (the last ones were replaced in the 1950s) but at one time we had as many miles (3) of wooden streets as we did of brick (3), and asphalt (3) pavement. Wood paving blocks were durable, easy on horses' hooves, and could be smoothed out with a hammer and chisel. The only real problem was when they floated away in a flood. Today's walk pokes around downtown as we visit the locations known to have had wooden pavers in the past.

Wooden Streets in Pittsburgh PA

Parking:
There is plenty of free parking around the Platypus.

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. 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.

Gathering Place:
Platypus Brewing
1902 Washington Ave Suite E · Houston, TX

Call or text Alan at 713 863 8038 if you need help.

The Hike:
The walk is over paved sidewalks and is a mix of dark and urban shadows.

Weather Forecast:
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=29.7591&lon=-95.3629

Hike map is in the photos.

After Hike Event:
Platypus Brewing
1902 Washington Ave Suite E · Houston, TX