About us
City Walks Houston is a walking group that offers members an up close view of the city with 6-7 mile hikes exploring the parks, neighborhoods, and bayous around us. In addition to hikes, City Walks Houston arranges occasional tours of the parts of our community that you never see from behind the steering wheel. City Walks Houston is for active people who want to see more of this place and meet others so inclined.
Upcoming events
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City Walk Fantastic Animals, 6.8 miles
Fonde Recreation Center, 110 Sabine St, 110 Sabine St, Houston, TX, USThis fall Discovery Green hosts eight, 20-foot tall sculptures depicting fantastic creatures from the spirit world as imagined through Mexican magical realism.
Designed and created by Mexican artists and artisans these brightly colored animals represent the powerful animal guardian spirits of Mesoamerican folklore.
Inspired by Mexico City artist Pedro Linares, the exhibition pays tribute to the exceptional craftsmanship of Mexican artisans, celebrates Mexico’s rich cultural heritage and highlights the connections between Houston and the nation across the gulf. All that and a few murals too!Parking: Several of the lots are not free but there is much free parking along the street and on the other side of Memorial. 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:
Gathering is out front of the Fonde Recreation Center at 110 Sabine street
Call or text Alan at 713 863 8038 if you need help.The Hike:
The walk is mostly sidewalks and streets with sun and shade.
Weather Forecast:
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=29.6905&lon=-95.3083Hike map is in the photos.
After Hike:
Bell and Crane Dive Bar
908 Henderson Directions to the Bell and Crane68 attendees
City Walk Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, 6.0 miles
Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park, Houston, TX, USBayou Bend was the home of Ima Hogg, Houston philanthropist and founder of the Houston Symphony. Built in 1926 by John Staub the house and 14-acre grounds was one of the first homes built in Miss Ima's two brothers' new development, River Oaks. Part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, the property is now home to Miss Hogg's collection of decorative art and furniture and hosts a variety of public events with the help of 250 volunteers. Admission is free today on one of the museum's free Family Day events. We finish with a walk through the Eastern Glades part of the park. And a nice cool down afterwards at Beck's to watch the sun set. What a great way to end the weekend!
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=-95.3083Hike map is in the photos.
After Hike:
Becks Prime, at the golf course
1001 E Memorial Loop Dr, Houston, TX 7700773 attendees
City Walk Gargoyles of Houston, 6.0 Miles
1422 West Gray Street, 1422 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019, USA, Houston, TX, USArchitectural flourishes or home security systems? Your guess is as good as mine. Today's walk reminds of us of how many gargoyles are out there even when it is not nearly Halloween. Look for seasonal decorations as well as we go through the Montrose.
Wear light colored, loose fitting clothing, 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.
COVID PRECAUTIONS:
Bring and wear a mask when not hiking and follow the best practices to prevent the transmission of COVID.Gathering Place and Parking:
Parking is abundant in front of the Cafe and TJ Maxx. We collect together in front of the Cafe Express.The Walk:
The walk is mostly paved and is a mix of sun and shade.Weather Forecast:
Downtown weather forecastHike map is in the photos.
Optional After Hike Event:
Cafe Express
1422 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019, United States30 attendees
Past events
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