Humble, Texas is located in the southeast part of the state, about 20 miles outside of Houston. Humble's proximity to Bush Continental Airport, the Port of Houston, and the recreational attractions of Lake Houston and the San Jacinto River have spurred rapid growth in the area, according to the Lake Houston Area Chamber of Commerce. Humble has numerous parks and nature centers where children can enjoy outdoor activities, as well as indoor nature centers and play areas where families can spend cold or rainy days.
At this 15-acre theme park, children can ride a miniature train, ride ponies and visit a petting zoo. The farm also has activities such as volleyball or tetherball and provides access to a large playground and play fort. The farm offers special seasonal activities, such as a large swimming pool for the summer months and a pumpkin patch in the fall.
Old McDonald's Farm
3203 FM 1960 Rd. East
Humble,TX 77338
(281) 446-4001
oldmacdonaldshumble.com
This county-run 250-acre botanical garden provides access to a large collection of native and cultivated plants through a grid of well-marked hiking trails. Visitors will also find numerous pavilions and picnic areas throughout the park. Children can play in a large playground area and visit the beaver colony at Beaver Creek.
Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens
22306 Aldine Westfield Rd.
Humble, TX 77338
(281) 443-8731
www.hcp4.net/mercer
Riders of all ages or skill levels can enjoy horseback riding on wooded trails along Cypress Creek. Children under age 5 are hand-led on a pony around the stable grounds, while kids ages 5 and up are allowed to ride the trail on their own. Cypress Trails also provides services such as horse boarding, training and lessons.
Cypress Trails
21415 Cypresswood Dr.
Humble, TX 77338
(281) 446-7232
horseridingfun.com
Visit the nature center to see an exhibit of live snakes found in Harris County, as well as dioramas and displays of local wildlife. The park area consists of 300 acres of parkland, including white sand beaches along Spring Creek. The park also includes picnic tables and a children's playground.
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
20634 Kenswick Dr.
Humble, TX 77338
(281) 446-8588
www.hcp4.net/jones/index.htm
Bounce City is a 17,000 square-foot indoor play center with 14 inflatables, including an 80-foot obstacle course and 24-foot slides. They host private birthday parties, but hold open bounce times throughout the day. Bounce City also provides free wireless Internet service and a TV area so that parents can work or watch a ballgame while children play on the equipment.
9450 FM 1960 West
Humble, TX 77338
(281) 446-4386
bouncecityparty.com
