As the weather starts to warm, you may find yourself looking for fun outdoor activities and spaces to explore. Luckily, there are tons of great outdoor options in and around Dickinson. Whether you live in the area, or you’re just here for a visit, check out the best places to enjoy the outdoors.
Paul Hopkins Park
Located at 1000 A FM 517 in Dickinson, Paul Hopkins Park is an 11-acre outdoor area for the community to enjoy. The park offers several amenities, including a picnic pavilion with 10 permanent tables, other picnic areas, a restroom, a pier, a playground, and a multipurpose trail. Take the kids to the park to get out and enjoy the beautiful day, or go by yourself and take a hike on the trail to calm your mind. Bring along a picnic lunch to make a day out of your outdoor adventure.
Ray Holbrook Park
Another great option for a day outside is Ray Holbrook Park. This park is located at 3000 Owens Drive in Dickinson, and it offers 33 acres of space to enjoy. While you’re here, start a pickup game of softball on the softball fields, or watch a game already in progress. The picnic areas offer a comfortable place to eat, converse, and enjoy the weather. Take a walk around the park or find somewhere quiet and shaded to sit and read a book. Either way, you’ll enjoy the calm, fun feeling of the park, and all it has to offer.
Kemah Boardwalk
If you’re looking for something a little different, head about seven miles outside of Dickinson to Kemah Boardwalk, located at 215 Kipp Ave in Kemah. Here, you can enjoy the great outdoors as well as the thrill and adventure of an amusement park. Take a ride on the ferris wheel and see for miles, or get your heart pumping on the Boardwalk Tower. Kemah Boardwalk also offers special events, such as live music, festivals, and holiday get togethers for the community. If you’re looking for something fun and unique to do, make sure to check out Kemah Boardwalk.
Bayou Wildlife Park
Only about 12 miles from Dickinson you’ll find Bayou Wildlife Park at 5050 Fm 517 Rd in Alvin. The zoo is a family friendly option that offers outdoor fun and an educational experience all in one. The park is an open-range zoo, and it is one of only four zoos in the state. Tram rides allow you to see everything in the park, and last about 45 minutes. You’ll see animals here that you won’t find elsewhere in Texas, such as white rhinoceroses, camels, and Nile lechwe. Admission to the park is $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 2 through 11. Children under 2 are free.
Finding something fun and interesting to do outside in the Dickinson area isn’t difficult. Grab your family or friends and head out on an adventure today. Whether you’re in the mood to learn something new, relax outside, or get your heart pumping, there’s something for everyone outside in Dickinson.
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