Parks

Parks



Precinct 3 is home to 69 beautiful parks, including three signature parks – Jesse H. Jones Park, Mercer Botanic Gardens, and Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve. These green spaces are conveniently located across the precinct from east to west and offer a variety of amenities that include game fields, dog parks, hiking trails, fishing, exercise equipment, botanic gardens, canoe access, playgrounds and more. Go for a jog, bring the family for a day outdoors, bring your furry friends, or participate in one of our many park events. The options are unlimited when it comes to exploring Precinct 3 parks.

Park Programs is a mobile unit dedicated to connecting people to nature by providing outdoor recreation and environmental educational opportunities throughout Harris County Precinct 3. Programs like fishing, nature walking, woodworking, and much more, click here to register.

Rules

Reservations

Parks are closed on the following days:

  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • New Year’s Day

Bill and Ellen Carter Park

  • Daily: 7 a.m. - Dusk
Park Features:
Restrooms
Canoe Access
Fishing
Equestrian Trail
Benches

Carmine Stahl Preserve

Park Features:
Canoe Access
Pond/Lake
Bike Trail
Fishing
Benches

Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center

  • 281-446-8588
  • JesseJonesPark@pct3.hctx.net
  • Open daily from 7 a.m. - Dusk
  • JesseJonesPark@pct3.hctx.net
Park Features:
Restrooms
Canoe Access
Bike Trail
Playground
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trail Access
Nature Center
Shade Structures

John Pundt Park

Kickerillo-Mischer Park Preserve

  • 713-274-4299
  • ParkPrograms@pct3.hctx.net
  • 7 a.m. – Dusk
  • ParkPrograms@pct3.hctx.net
Park Features:
Restrooms
Volleyball
Canoe Access
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trail Access
Shade Structures

Maxwell Park

Rio Villa Nature Trail

Spring Creek Greenway Hike and Bike Trail

  • 7 a.m. - Dusk
Park Features:
Canoe Access
Bike Trail
Equestrian Trail
Benches

Stratford Park