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WHERE TO GO IN HERMANN PARK

Bayou Parkland
Picnic in the shade or hike on nature trails in the 80-acre natural area known as Bayou Parkland. Flanking Brays Bayou in Hermann Park, Bayou Parkland offers a relaxing atmosphere for anyone who enjoys the outdoors.

Buddy Carruth Playground for All Children
This playground offers equipment for children of all abilities. Most equipment is handicap accessible. Children can cool off in the refreshing interactive water playground. Picnic pavilions may be rented for family gatherings or birthday parties. The Fannin Pavilion, the oldest structure in the Park, is also available for rent. For rental information, call (713) 865-4525.

Hermann Park Golf Course
Redesigned in 1997 by Carlton Gibson, who also redesigned The Woodlands TPC Golf Course, this 18-hole challenge is one of Houston's oldest and most popular municipal courses. To set up a tee-time, call (713) 526-0077, or visit the clubhouse at 2155 N. MacGregor Street, at the intersection of Alameda and N. MacGregor.

Hermann Park Jogging Trail/Marvin Taylor Exercise Trail
Walk, run, or jog under the shade of mature live oak trees planted in memory of World War I veterans. The trail is approximately two miles long and travels through the Park. For more information, call (713) 524-5876. Click here for map, mileage and connectors.

Hermann Park Railroad
A Hermann Park tradition, the miniature train runs daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. $2.75 admission. Board the train at Kinder Station in Lake Plaza, located across from the main entrance to the Houston Zoo. For more information, click here.

Houston Garden Center
The Garden Center is a meeting place for over 20 Houston area garden clubs. Surrounding the center are over 2,500 rose bushes in a variety of colors. For rental information, call (713) 284-1989.

Houston Museum of Natural Science
Founded in 1909, the science museum is the nation's fourth most highly attended museum in the country. Enjoy the Wortham IMAX Theater, Cockrell Butterfly Center, the Burke-Baker Planetarium, or one of the permanent exhibits. For information, call (713) 639-IMAX or visit the museum website at www.hmns.org.

Houston Zoo
Set in a 55-acre lush tropical landscape, Houston Zoo is home to more than 4,500 exotic animals representing more than 800 species. For hours, prices, membership information, and more, call (713) 533-6500 or visit the Houston Zoo website at www.houstonzoo.org.

Japanese Garden
This garden, next to the Jones Reflection Pool, represents serenity and harmony, and is an escape from everyday metropolitan life. Stroll through the shaded paths and take in the beauty and simplicity of Japan. For more information, call (713) 284-1914.

Judson Robinson, Jr. Community Center
This community center offers a full gymnasium and weight facility. Room rental available for meetings or parties. Closed Sundays. For more information, call (713) 284-1997.

Lake Overlook and Molly Ann Smith Plaza
Located on the north shore of McGovern Lake, this area offers picnicking on a raised lawn, shaded seating, and playful interactive fountains for children to enjoy. The Pioneer Memorial obelisk is located in the center of the fountains in honor of the early pioneers who founded Houston.

Lake Plaza
Lake Plaza sits along the eastern edge of McGovern Lake and is adjacent to the main entrance to the Houston Zoo. The area just reopened after a year of construction in April 2009. The Plaza includes Kinder Station (the main station for the Hermann Park train), the Hermann Park Conservancy Gift Shop, Little Bigs cafe (opening soon), dining terrace, The Tiffany & Co. Foundation Bridge, pedal boat lagoon, and landscaped promenades around the McGovern Lake. Train rides are $2.75 per person, while 30-min. pedal boat rentals (for up to four people) are $8. Click here for more info.

Mary Gibbs and Jesse H. Jones Reflection Pool
One of the most prominent features of Hermann Park, this Pool and it's immediate surroundings represent one of Houston's most grand civic green spaces. The newly renovated Reflection Pool measures 740 feet long and 80 feet wide, and displays sculpted stone edges, a black bottom for maximum reflection, and a "white water" cascade. Both sides of the Pool are flanked by allees of mature live oak trees.

McGovern Lake
This 8-acre masterpiece is newly restored and expanded. The restoration created two new islands for migratory birds, and a third island that the Hermann Park train travels. Four-seat pedal boats are available to rent at Lake Plaza for $8 a half hour. Click here for more information. Catch-and-release fishing is available for children under 12 and senior citizens over 65 at Bob's Fishing Pier. Click here for a map.

Miller Outdoor Theatre
Obtain a free ticket for the covered seating area or lie on the large, grassy, green hill and enjoy a variety of arts, music, and festivals. Relaxing and entertaining for all ages. For show times, call (281) 373-3386 or visit the Miller Outdoor Theatre website at www.milleroutdoortheatre.com.

Pioneer Memorial Log House Museum
Teaching Texas history since 1936, this original log house is supported by the San Jacinto Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. The house and grounds are a memorial to the pioneer women and men of Houston. For program information, call (713) 522-0396.

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