Arthur Storey Park

Recently had the pleasure of visiting Arthur Storey Park. What an aesthetically beautiful park. Meticulously laid-out landscape that harmoniously blends nature with thoughtful design. The picturesque lake is truly a highlight, surrounded by vibrant greenery and frequented by graceful birds and playful ducks. It's a serene spot that invites relaxation and reflection. Sign mention to be careful of alligators. The park features well-placed benches and gazebos, perfect for enjoying a peaceful moment or gathering with friends and family. The play area for children is a safe and fun space to explore. Parking area seamlessly integrates with the park's overall aesthetic. Additionally, the appropriate disposal of garbage throughout the park shows a commitment to cleanliness and environmental responsibility. For those looking for a bite to eat, there are food vendors selling delicious treats from the back of their trucks in the parking lot, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. Probably only on weekends. Walking along the park's scenic track is a delight, whether you're with family, friends, or enjoying some alone time. The path is comfortable and well-maintained, lined with numerous trees and benches that invite you to pause and take in the surroundings. There are even barbecue grills and pits available, making it an ideal spot for a family cookout or gathering. Overall, Arthur Storey Park is a beautiful oasis that offers something for everyone. Whether you're seeking tranquility, adventure, or a place to connect with loved ones, this park delivers in spades. I highly recommend visiting – you won't be disappointed! Some Videos and photos attached Park is closed on all major holidays Warning signs can be found in the photos

Nice park to get some exercise or picnic. The loop around the small reservoir is about 1 hr or 2mile in walking pace. There are warning signs for gator but I don't see any. I saw plenty of ducks and turtles. Not too much trash laying around, fairly clean. I think there is only one public bathroom near the south side of the park so beware. It needs to plant more trees for shade on the trail; it was scorching hot in the middle of the day.

Arthur Storey Park is a wonderful place to spend time with family and friends. It has a nice playground for kids. In addition, it has walking trails and picnic areas with barbecue grills and nice gazebos. Also, there are ponds with aquatic animals such as ducks and turtles, and it's pet friendly. I highly recommend it!

I burned calories here with my son. We went on a Sunday around 10 AM; it wasn't too busy. The park was clean, well-maintained, and had pleasant scenery. This was our first time there, and we both enjoyed it. There were people walking, jogging, running, walking dogs, and setting up to barbecue. The park seems to be family-friendly with families out and children playing. I would say it's safe as well; however, you should always be aware of your surroundings. I keep my head on a swivel, lol. You can never be too careful. If in the area, I would go back. No photos were taken. I never think to take pictures until Google asks me to review these places I have visited.

One of the best park in Houston. This park is best for cycling, jogging because of its long trail. The park offers a scenic lake, playground for kids and plenty of parking. Great place to spend fun time with your family and friends. This place is also good for photography. You can also experience beautiful sunsets. Definitely one of my favourite park in Houston.

Amazing park to walk. Spent about an hour and didn’t even cover the main trail. Very clean.

Such a great park! it's so great, alot of other people think so too lol; that's why parking is so difficult to find, and thats really only the major setback i think this park has. The park is pretty much a giant reservoir area, so there's alot of wildlife in and around the park. I've been coming here for years, and I thoroughly enjoy feeding the ducks and the turtles at their little isolated turtle pond. All the animals here are a riot and so full of character. my favorite part is spotting the occasional NUTRIA (capybara's cousin)! During the rainy season, you can also find huge black toads along the water's edge; lol that one time was scary. There's a long trail around the entirety of the park that's great for long runs. Terrain and scenery also vary, as the park has its upslopes, paths through trees, random pillars, a reservoir channel on the left of the park, Home Depot on the right, and an Asian neighborhood/shopping strip in the back of the park. There are plenty of playground & picnic areas, but they're all congregated closer to the left side of the park near the restrooms. Still enough adequate space for people to play soccer, there's a yoga/Zen space in center as well, and you can safely fly a kite here closer to the center of the park near the water. Overall, this park is an adventure. I think it's an added bonus that this park is close by to Chinatown, because I can pick up a bite from my favorite local eats, then drive over to the park to enjoy my lunch. Sunsets here are especially beautiful. This park is well worth the trip, the experience, and the frequent visit for anyone living in the southwest.

This is a nice park right off a main highway. I thought that would ruin the aesthetic, but it didn't. There's a play ground, walkable trails with lots of trees and stops with exercise equipment, a tai chi area, solitary tire swing, bench swings, a pavilion on the water with lots of ducks and turtles. There are a few picnic tables and benches, and a couple different bathrooms too. Good park! Could use more picnic tables 😊

Nice park to get some exercise or picnic. The loop around the small reservoir is about 1 hr or 2mile in walking pace. There are warning signs for gator but I don't see any. I saw plenty of ducks and turtles. Not too much trash laying around, fairly clean. I think there is only one public bathroom near the south side of the park so beware. It needs to plant more trees for shade on the trail; it was scorching hot in the middle of the day.

No need to feel whorey When you're visiting arthur storey It's safe, it's fine, You can bust a rhyme So get down there and hurry! I see another yelper Fox down below who laid out some lyrics and I knew I could clap back. His review is 4+ years old anyway so it's time for the remix. Anyway I'm an out of towner here on work and looking for somewhere to enjoy this sunny weather. It's forty degrees warmer here than at home. This park is near my hotel, and admittedly the more recent reviews were less than stellar so I was apprehensive. I was pleased to find I felt completely safe here. Lots of families were walking the trail with kids playing. Probably the only thing that's gross is there is some trash in areas, but honestly a community cleanup day could handle that.

this park is pretty mid and basic overall. not much change in scenery. is a decent walking loop. pretty busy. cool birds.

I know you may all think I'm whorey And I once stole Topanga from Corey But I've great information Regarding recreation Come right now to Arthur Storey Park! Let me tell you a storey. An Arthur Storey. This is an absolutely wonderful and underrated park in the West End of Houston right next to Chinatown and Vietnamese Town. You honestly can't get much better than Arthur Storey Park when it comes to public parks around Houston. In some ways we like it better than Memorial Park although there are much less gorgeous people using it - but it's quieter and more secluded and has some pretty amazing views of the surroundings, despite being right next to the Beltway 8. The view of the temple from here is amazing. And the food options around here are way better than Memorial Park. And way cheaper too, and within walking distance unlike Memorial. And the track won't mess up your shoes with red dust. This is a highly underrated park where we saw some really attractive people, but mostly it's unspoiled and undiscovered - and not what I was expecting at all. Definitely one of the better parks in town, and one which I will continue to come to on a regular basis in future. It's close to Chinatown as well, and within walking distance of all of the great Vietnamese and Chinese places. Like, 200 5-star restaurants and 20 great Boba shops and 30 great bakeries within a mile of this. In fact it's situated right between Chinatown and Vietnamese town so it couldn't be any better really. You have to watch for all the adorable little fuzzy bugs thoug, because you might step on them cuz they're always trying to cross the path - and it's kind of sad but I love them so much, fuzzy little angels. They crawl on my shoe and won't get off. And I love them and I love this park and that's all there is to say.

Right off of Beltway 8 / Bellaire Blvd intersection, this park is quiet with a playground, a beautiful lake, and a loop for running and biking. The grassland area is well kept allowing for picnic activities as you overlook the lake or watch others run/walk/dogwalk/ride along the trails/loop. Parking can be difficult from 5 until close as the lot fills and you're driving around hoping someone pulls out and you can pull in. Getting here earlier is key. Weekends are more crowded with nice weather so plan accordingly. While there are better parks in Houston, this one will fulfill your needs of getting outdoors and being physically active.

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With miles of hiking and walking trails, Arthur Storey Park is the perfect park for a quiet stroll in the Chinatown area! The park is very large, and a walk around the wide paved 1.8 mile perimeter of the park took us about an hour to do. The main trail takes you around the large lake in the center of the park. The atmosphere of the park is very quiet and peaceful with lush greenery surrounding the lake perimeter. The park provides home to many wildlife including birds and turtles. There's even a sign to beware of gators! Luckily, we didn't see any gators, but we did see some bees pollinating wildflowers. Great to see ecology in action! As a covid safety measure, most people were walking in a counter-clockwise direction around the park, which limited interaction with other groups of people. There's also a tai chi court, playground for kids, gazebo, and exercise gym for adults here. Added perk is the parking lot is huge!

I love to take a walk around the pond on a very nice path. Many people were jogging and biking as well. Everyone there looked at peace. Also, what a cute tai chi court. I love when a big city takes time to make somewhere to walk safely for free.

The grass was so green and healthy; no overgrown weeds invading the area. As we strolled along the trail, roughly a 1.7- mile loop, we met plenty of joggers and bikers passing by. There were collections of water, where turtles were basking in the sun and dragonflies speeding by. A fish flew out of the water, catching us by surprise. White herons also decided to join the party. The scenery was undeniably beautiful. The park was located by the highway and busy street, yet the ambience was astonishingly motivational and peaceful. Seeing everyone stay active on a Sunday morning was a very encouraging sight. People would also branch off the trail to do yoga or tai chi, finding their zen. Parents brought their children to enjoy the playground. Not to mention, this place is a good location for a date to chit chat and squeeze in some exercise. Benches were scattered along the way to take appropriate breaks as needed. Parking...so spacious. You won't have to worry about finding a parking spot. Overall, this is such an amazing park. I would definitely come back again.

This lovely, yet quite park is located right off the tollway. It's perfect for biking, walking and running. All paths and trails are paved. The trails all circle a small lake that appears to be fed through surrounding bayous. The bird population is lively here, I counted as many as 50 birds, ducks, geese and other varieties of birds paddling and flying along. There is a small picnic area with several gazebos. This area is perfect for light strolls and romantic scenery as the sun sets!

I came from another town and love of nature to walk and exercise my dog but finding the trails that are behind Heb have found dump of toilets, broken chairs. Broken bottles, lots of trash. Also there are some homeless camping. I find it very sad. Trail signs with bullet holes. Some with gang graffitti. The trash in the lake in the left side. I just hope they take care of that.

If you find yourself jonesing for a walk while you're staying in Houston's Chinatown district, give this place a shot - it's real close. It's just shy of a 2 mile loop and entirely paved. Waterfowl galore can be found at this park. Most of it is in the sun, but it's still good for a quick walk. There's plenty of parking and there are 3 entrances from the Sam Houston Tollway frontage road, so don't panic if you can't change lanes quick enough to get into the first entrance. There's a playground, a water fountain near the trailhead, bathrooms with running water, and shaded picnic tables with BBQ grills. You can do EET!

Wonderful Location,Wonderful people,great atmosphere,well patrolled by the constables.."Awsome", I have been going here for over 20 years..My daughter played here,my grandkids play here,& now I power-walk and jog here..It's great to go to a timeless place..Even better to have this same place help transform me,back into the shape and size I was 20 years ago..I LOVE THIS PLACE...WE LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Now y'all go experience a completely free,timeless park,that can freeze and make new memories for you and your family for generations to come.

A local park with a big loop for a nice walk. I have been coming here for years whenever I need some exercise or nature. It's not the best park in town but it's doable. A good spot for a picnic. Nice playgrounds and swings for kids. Also a great park to walk your dog. Parking is usually manageable here depending on the time. It does get crowded at times but the park itself is pretty big. I would not recommend taking pictures for special occasion. The park doesn't have good sceneries. Sometimes it can get muddy in certain part of the park due to rain. After a flood or a hurricane, the park hasn't been looking so good. I've noticed a lot of trash and residue from the flood. In addition, they also have an area solely for tai chi, something you don't see at other parks.

I found this park right off of beltway 8 and Bellaire exit adjacent to the highway. I had never been to this park before and found it to be an ideal place to burn off some calories that we undertook in Chinatown. The paved track around the park is about 2 miles long. So if you are a walker or a jogger you can enjoy staying on a non dirt. It's ideal for you. Scenery along the trail is nice too. There are bathrooms and water fountains around the front of the park. There are BBQ grills, plenty of play ground equipment for the kids, open area for picnics, and plenty of space in the park for playing sports (futbol, soccer, frisbee etc). The lake in the center of the park is a flood control project and supposedly a good spot for fishing. The parking lots get full on the weekends and the entrances are tricky so watch for the signs or you will miss them. There are at least 3 entrances to the park, so don't panic if you miss the first entrance. It gets pretty busy during rush hour and especially during the weekends. This is when parking becomes a challenge. I usually notice law enforcement officials towards the front and its nice to know about their presence. A nice chill spot for hang out at.

This is a place to enjoy the nature and recreation in the suburban neighborhood. Believe or not, Arthur Storey Park is one of the successful flood control projects in Houston since 2008. Once awhile, we get heavy down pours. Like the Memorial Day floods of 2015, it routed water from Brays Bayou to prevent area flooding. The low-laying trails along the basin could be buried. It's not a good idea to jog in a heavy rain. The entrances to the parking lots are tricky. When you approach the park, be sure to slow down and follow the entrance sign. If you missed the 3rd entrance, you have to come around the toll road and try again. So, who doesn't like the benefit of this 210-acre green space in your backyard? I used to walk or jog on the outer loop (3/4 mile); I could also make it a mile by adding the trails around the pond. Lately, my favorite pastime is to feed the ducks and turtles in the pond (watch my in-app video). The picturesque sunset and reflection at the pond make me want to stay longer. Like the Chinese proverbs said 夕陽無限好, 只是近黃昏 - the beauty of sun-setting sky doesn't last. If I had a real camera, I would love to photograph the wildlife. They are especially active in the galley and near the waterline. However, the "watch for snakes" signs got me concerned.

Arthur Storey Park is the the closest park to me that has a running trail. Conveniently located next to Home Depot off of Beltway 8 South and Bellaire, the park is less than 3 miles away from me. However, this is definitely not my park of choice when I go running. Why, you asked? Well, simply because one whole lap around the trail is only 1.85 miles. So, if I wanted to a 5k run (that's 3.1 miles, mmkay?) that means, I'll have to go a couple of laps around. But by the time I'm done, I wil have done 3.7 miles, which I shouldn't be complaining about. However, since the trail is so short and there's not really much of a view, especially if you're running alongside the beltway, there's nothing in front of you except concrete and home depot (if you're running South) or the restroom building (if you're running North). Simply put, I get bored running here. But Belly, if you get bored running here and the view is horrible, why would you still give it four stars? Well, the park is clean and nice. And I do take my little Barney here for walks/runs. It's real close to me and the pond in the middle of the park makes a good view. Also, the trail is not flat. It has hills so it makes the run a little bit more challenging. This park also has some picnic area with benches and swings and what not. I guess it's good for quick family gathering or barbecue. However, I've never done that here. But I've seen plenty of families having a get together here. If I'm pressed for time and looking for a quick run, I'll make my way to Arthur Storey Park. However, if I can force myself to drive to either Memorial Park or Buffalo Bayou Park, then that's where I'll be heading. Yes, I know I didn't mention Terry Hershey Park and that's just because I've only been there once and I ran the short trail. Maybe one of these days I'll go there and try to run the long trail. But for now, Arthur Storey, Memorial, and Buffalo Bayou parks for me.

The park itself is beautiful. For me on yesterday it was a horrible experience. My car was broken into. THey Can least post a sign about THEIVES IN THE AREA*.. I WILL FROM NOW ON ENJOY OTHER PARKS AROUND TOWN.. Last thing i need is to have a nice walk trying to find calm im life, then return to my car and my window is on the ground.. NOT A SAFE PARK

I LOVE, Love, love this park! I think I love EVERY park in Houston but my friend and I have made a promise to each other to walk more in 2019 and THIS is the place. I intend to come here often by myself as well as I am going back to school and this will help clear my mind. There are a lot of people here when you come to walk and the police are usually here so it is pretty safe. Once the sun goes down the park is closed and the constable will actually drive the track and advise you to leave the park. I can't imagine anybody, especially if you were by yourself, wanting to walk around while it's dark. Too much nefarious behavior in Houston after dark! The park is lovely and you can walk many miles in one loop. I don't know the exact distance but it is more than a mile and close to two. It is very scenic with a lake that draws ducks to it. I did see someone fishing in the lake which was cute. It's great to breathe in the nice, crisp air while enjoying nature and I am sure it will be just beautiful in the summer time! There is a nice park with swing suits and so on for children to enjoy, bathroom facilities and PLENTY of parking! Can't wait to return!!!

Arthur Storey Park is located on Beltway 8, right next to Home Depot. Since it's close to my house, I go here once every week. Although it's not exactly the cleanest park I've been to, it's one of my favorites! The track/trail is one of the best things about this park. It's a huge circular path, circling the park. Near the front of the park, there is a lovely pond. You can just sit on the grass and watch the peaceful ripples of the water--perfect for meditation. The path on at the back of the park is my favorite. You can walk/run alongside a river, where you will find baby fish and turtles if you look hard enough. There are numerous cylinder stools along that path. You can use these to sit and enjoy the air. What I like to do is use them for step-ups. Doesn't hurt that the water is so nice to look at. They have multiple playgrounds, which consists of 8+ wings, seesaws, monkey bars, slides, etc. If you have children tagging along, definitely let them try the climbing tower that they have. There is also a large grass field for sports and exercises. I use their small hills to run up and down for cardio. They have 2 small houses. One of them is located right next to a duck pond, and you can stay in it to feed the ducks. There are also many picnic benches, so if you want to have a picnic, this park is definitely it. It's perfect for barbecue. You don't have to worry about the sunlight since there are a lot of tall trees to provide sufficient shade. The reason why this park is not is a solid 5 stars (sadly) is because the environment isn't as clean. You'll occasionally find trash around the park. I tried their restroom once and never used it ever again. The locks didn't work and the toilets did not flush. There were toilet papers everywhere and urine stain all over the toilet. NOT a good experience. The parking lot isn't so bad if there isn't a lot of people, but do try to avoid their prime time (5pm-7pm). There will be cars literally blocking traffic just to wait for someone to leave. The parking lot is only enough for cars to park on one side, and you'll have to parallel park on the other side. It's really hectic and bothersome to get out during traffic time. With that being said, I enjoy this park every time I go here. I love the layout and even though I have yet to make a full circle, I intend to in the future!

I have driven by this park many times during the day and have seen different birds flying around so I thought I'd come and see if it was good for photographing. It's not. They do have a lot of birds - I saw herons, pelicans, and even a beaver there (I know, a beaver is not a bird) but since there are so many people walking around, except for the ducks, the more exotic birds hide in the little island in the middle of the water drainage lake so even a 400mm lens has trouble reaching them. Now I know, this park wasn't made with this purpose in mind and I think it's pretty great that the park's main function is to be a run-off for rainwater and prevent road flooding and it's turned into a place for families and such, but like most jacks of all trades, it's mediocre at being an actual park and trail. The problem is, they have a narrow trail that's for everybody - casual strollers, joggers, and bike riders. If you go to Memorial Park, people there know the unspoken rules of trails - slow-ass people stay on the right, ring the bell when approaching slower people, etc. No such rule here. This area is also a somewhat working class/poor immigrant neighborhood so the crowd reflects that (not being snobby or anything, just mentioning the reality) and I think the park is wonderful for the area and gives people who might not have a chance to go to other parks to have a place to enjoy a little bit of nature and fresh air. For me, I'm kind of a spoiled brat so it wasn't my cup of tea. Maybe I'm mad that my shoes got all muddy.

Its a big park with lots of greenery, hills, water bodies and different aquatic species. So many outdoor activities are seen here. Walking, running, picnicking, kids playground, football, tai-chi, meditation and even fishing is allowed here, and of course many more. I especially enjoy the fresh natural air here, which is really so relaxing. Its a nice escape from the daily mundane life and I can rejuvenate for the rest of the day. I have just one complaint. The small pond in the middle of the park with fountain and a gazebo, is dirty. I have often seen chips packets in the pond. Its probably because feeding ducks/fishes can be seen here. I'd take away one star from rating just because of that. Irrespective of that its a very nice park. Its open from 7 am till dusk. There are plenty of seating options all over the park including chairs, picnic tables, swingchairs etc. Parking is tight in the evening. However, there are often ample empty spots facing towards Home Depot. When you take the first entrance instead of taking the left, you can check towards your right parking lot. I'm a regular here and I really enjoy my time here in the park!

Great spot to run, walk and play. Great natural spot and beautiful ponds with wildlife.

I do like to update reviews of places so fellow Yelpers can see whether things have gotten better or worse. This is one such review. The migratory birds are coming back through Houston this time of year and it's time to head back over to my favorite outside the Loop park for some nature enjoying! The paved track around the park is about 2 miles long. So if you are a walker or a jogger you can enjoy staying on a non dirt, brush free path for your exercise. There are bathrooms and water fountains around the front of the park. never used them but they are there. BBQ grills, well kept play ground equipment for the kids, LOTS of open area for picnics or playing catch or even kicking the soccer ball around. The lake in the center of the park is a flood control project but there are plenty of fish if that's your thing. No boats, just bank fishing. Take your dog on it's leash and enjoy! The parking lots get full on the weekends and the entrances are tricky so watch for the signs or you will miss them. There always seems to be a cop of some kind on the property. usually sitting up front. But it's nice to know they are there. They are pretty serious about getting you out around dusk though. It sits right off the Sam Houston Tollroad and sometimes you can hear the traffic. But for the most part it's a wonderful oasis in the center of the Energy Corridor.

This is one of my favorite parks in Houston. I always enjoy a walk here by myself or with some friends. Like any good park this park is good for barbecue and any outdoor activities like frisbee or maybe just to lay on the ground with your gf and cuddle with a blanket. The park provides the grill. It is also a good place for a walk with your dog or not. They have several jogging trails, one that even goes down the bayou and to Bellaire then looping back behind Home Depot. It seems that everyone respects the park because I have never seen it littered. They have a big pond here with ducks, turtles, goose and a gazebo in the middle of the pond. This park used to be festered with very friendly squirrels that are too friendly. I haven't seen any lately. In the past, I have had squirrels come up to me and I fed them with bread out of my hand. They are mischievous rascals that will steal food from the ducks and little kids, lol! I love messing with these squirrels! I almost managed to pet one once when it was nibbling bread from my hand. This park is beautifully designed with several basins to hold excess flood water that also attract migrating birds . Brays Bayou feeds the reservoir here. There are sunfish and channel cats in these waterway. I have seen people fish in this bayou before. This park is unique. There is actually a designated area here for Tai Chi practitioners in a circular Yin Yang paved concrete. Grandmaster Cheng Jin Cai and his school http://www.yelp.com/biz/international-chen-style-tai-chi-development-center-houston helped open this part of the park. There is a group of Tai Chi practitioners here at 10AM on Sunday or Saturday. Not only is there a designated area for Tai Chi but the water fountains are designed to feed the dogs too! This is a great place to take kids because of the wildlife and the playgrounds. There are two restroom area here and they are both in the cabin looking houses. One of them white and the other a natural wooden look. My only complaint about this park is the parking space. It is a huge park that attracts many and the designated parking space is just too small for the park. After 2PM during the weekends, there is absolutely no parking space and people tend to park anywhere on the pavement. This park closes at certain hours at night and the parking entrance is completely gated and closed during those hours.

Love this park and love the dirt road path that. But be careful if you are alone or have a dog. We saw a huge coyote 20 feet in front of us when we were walking the dirt road trail. We turned around and now stay away from there and closer to people not near the forest area.

I come here once every few months to burn off the calories after a lunch in Bellaire's Chinatown. This park is more beautiful each time I come. There are interesting water birds and ducks in the pond, reservoir, and surrounding ditches. I saw a juvenile eagle tearing away at a squirrel here and countless white herons. There are fish, even catfish, in the bayou. There are gentle hills to practice uphill running on. There are two nice restroom facilities that are clean but never seem to have soap. The outer paved loop is 1.7 miles. The inner loop is 0.9 miles. I wish the loops were gravel instead of asphalt. You won't feel alone or isolated at this park on the weekends. Tons of young families can be found here on weekends having birthday parties or barbeques. The car entrances are from Beltway 8. Arthur Storey Park is the south neighbor of Home Depot. Unfortunately, we can't hop the fence between them. Walkers and bikers can enter from Bellaire Blvd, though--the fence only keeps cars out.

I drive by this park every day I go to work. I've been wanting to explore all the parks with walking trail because it's about time I start losing this Midwestern winter weight I gained in Chicago. I went this morning with my dog Samuel. It was about 10AM and it wasn't too hot. This park has an asphalt walkway. The reason why I give it 3 stars is that it's just ok. For walking and working it it's just a plain kind of place. I read some previous reviews of some runners and they said that it was boring to them when they would run. I agree. I mean don't get me wrong the pond body of water makes it nice and there are some trees but that's about it. There's not a lot of shade so if you are to bare a mid day walk forget it. I wouldn't do it here. Samuel and I didn't make it all the way around because we were dying. I wasn't ready to get right back into about a 2 mile-ish walk. Once we hit the actual leisure park area I cut through there to check it out and find a quicker way back to the car. I was also trying to find a water fountain so I could get a splash of water and so Samuel could get a drink. As we were walking through we say quite a few picnic tables and grills. There was also a gazebo near some water so you can feed the ducks from there. We finally found a water fountain. I was irritated because the dog fountain had water that was just sitting still there and low and behold it didn't work. I had refrain Samuel from drinking the water. The people fountain was working but it wasn't very strong. We ventured through the leisure park and I noticed an area that had a work out station. There were some folks there getting their fitness on. I also noticed another area that was a paved circle which appeared to be a tai chi area. There was a guy there that had his mat set up and his equipment. He was getting ready for his workout. It's a decent place. There's other parks for me to explore. If I come here I will definitely need to come prepared and bring water with me during the walk. Also I will have to come really early in the morning or in the early evening.

The trail is long but there is a lot of seating along the way and sights ro view. Its worth the walk. You have to be mindful of the bikes too.

Best park to run, but they don't clean their surroundings this cat has been on this place for over a month and they haven't done anything about it.

Dogs running around unleashed kind of wrecked our experience. We have a rescue dog who is very reactive, if a loose dog runs at him while he's on his leash, he becomes aggressive. We keep our dog leashed and always walk off the path, allowing plenty of space between us and another passing dog. There were about a half dozen dogs running loose and their owners really didn't have much control over any of them. So we only walked halfway around-we didn't want to put our dog or someone else's at risk. The park has some beautiful water birds-pelicans, egrets, pink spoonbill, etc. and it felt very safe...other than the loose dogs.

Perfect place for a walk and bird watching...so many different species to see, but I was disappointed by the amount of trash there.

What a surprisingly fun park near Chinatown. The play structures are fun for the kiddos. Lots of green space for parties, BBQs, etc. It's always fun to feed the ducks at the pond. It definitely can get crowded but there is plenty of space. There is a great running trail. Parking was very difficult, maybe because we went at a particularly crowded time.

I live about a mile from the park and have been running the asphalt loop since before it was paved, which happened around 2008 if I remember correctly. The large loop is 1.77 miles and you can add 0.025 miles by taking the longer route at the only fork. Some of the positives: 1) It is a good mix of flat and hills so you can run for speed without ignoring the quads. 2) Scenery is very nice given the residential surroundings. Something of a gem in the area. 3) There are rarely many people at the park. I have only seen crowds in the evenings. 4) Police are always present. 5) There are two water fountains and two restrooms. 6) You can show up before sunrise and get an early start in the cool weather. A few negatives: 1) The police start kicking everyone out almost an hour before sundown. If you are there in the evening, that is the best part of the day. 2) The police keep the park pretty safe but there is an occasional minor attack. As with anywhere else if you are walking alone be aware of your surroundings. I haven't spent much time on the inner park area but it has some nice features such as: covered gazebos, nice duck pond, playground, open air walking trails with lots of tree cover, large yin yang (sp?) symbol, and an inner field for games.

A nice sized park that's always populated. Every time I go there is some type of police presence, lots of families, dogs, kids and runners circling the pond. It's great for runners. The path is well kept and it provides a few hills. Make sure you bring water, there aren't fountains from what I've seen Be sure to pay close attention to how you enter. The entrances come up quickly. Also, parking can be a bit of a hassle.

its a fairly large park, over 2 miles of track on the main stretch encasing a lake, several other paths that branch off and trail off into longer bike routes. its fairly busy on the weekends and you cant even find parking in the over few hundred parking spaces. i recommend parking on the side closest to home depot or even parking at hime depot and walking over. its a very active park right next to the beltway but still very peaceful with lots of open space and trees. you will find people riding bikes, scooters, flying kites, picnicking, cooking at the various grills and park table benches, groups come to fance exercise and some are playing volleyball, doing calisthenics at the fitness outdoor gym areas, there are kids playgrounds, a yin yang area for tai chi(though i rarely see anyone using it). you will even find people fishing there, despite the signs saying wildlife area do not disturb. if you play pokemon go there are 2 gyms here and 3 pokestops filled with noobs so its easy picking lol there are restrooms but they are dirty, humid and always puddles on the floor. plenty of benches and swings to sit on. there are two drinking fountains. its a very large but boring park in the middle of the most busiest part of the city. other than that, nothing really special. come here if you want to enjoy a park experience which can get rather hot during summer.

This park has my vote for the Best Man-Made "Natural" Park. You'll have to do the research to figure out the mileage, but Arthur Storey Park which is located at Bellaire & Beltway 8 has some of the most gorgeous running/walking trails in Houston. Memorial may have the Terry Hershey Park trail system, but Storey Park has a beautiful path that goes around a sizable man-made lake with truly vista like views. Built "deep" as part of Harris County's flood control system, the trail actually has a decent amount of elevation change. The western portion follows the original bayou and the southern border is open to an additionally huge scenic, natural-looking flood control area. There are plenty of play areas for the kids, but NO big open areas for the serious soccer/organized game players. As has been mentioned in other Yelpviews, the park can get crowded and parking can get tricky. But despite the crowds, my family and I have always enjoyed ourselves. My Tip: If you suspect it's crowded, pull into the parking area immediately after the Home Depot (the only eyesore out here). Otherwise, you'll be making a long U-turn around the Beltway if you can't find good parking in the lot closer to the playgrounds. My Tip x 2: Come out here closer to dusk and enjoy the beautiful sunset.

I often come to Arthur Storey Park to run during the week and sometimes on the weekends. From a runners perspective, it definitely has its pros and cons, but overall it's a really great park! The park amenities include a gazebo area, ponds, exercise stations, a tai chi court, a playground and of course a trail for walking and running. The restrooms are decent and clean, so if you have to use them it won't be a dreadful experience. The trails are asphalt and circle the entire park at 1.77 miles. There are a couple hilly areas along the route, which I enjoy as it makes my run more challenging. The park is very open so wherever you are, you can pretty much be seen at all times which is a plus. Unfortunately, there is not much scenery here. Once you've made one full lap, you will have seen all that there is too see. The most I've ran at this park is 5 miles and please believe, by the time I'm done I'm totally ready to chunk the deuces and be out due to boredom. There are quite a few steep grass hills throughout the park which is great if you're looking to get in some outside strength training. I often utilize them to do hill sprint workouts. If you are here mid-day or before sunset, definitely throw on the sunscreen because the sun will have no mercy on you while pounding that pavement. There are no shaded areas on the trails, which really sucks when its scorching hot. However, there is plenty of shade throughout the actual park area. Quick tip- if you come early morning or in the evenings before 6:30 during the weekday, you will beat the crowd. After 6:30pm is when people start to pile in, so beware because parking can get pretty hectic. The crowd usally consists of people coming to exercise or families hanging out with their kids and/or pets, which brings me to another issue- trail ettiquette! Public Service Announcement Arthur Storians- keep to the right of the trail so others are able to pass if need be. This rule seems to be non-existent here, mainly among people who only come for leisure. Having to constantly dip and dodge around groups of people at a time while I'm running is just not cool. Period. My hope is for the park to eventually place signs along the route enforcing this because it has gotten out of hand. A 3 1/2 star rating would be ideal for Arthur Storey, but since that is not possible I will give it a 3 as a reflection of my running experiences which have been good, but not great. On the flipside, coming here to experience the park with family, kids, the boo thang (hahaha) or simply just to get some alone time is certainly not a bad idea.

We stopped by this park after going to the Lunar New Year Fest at the Chinese Community Center. We just wanted a playground for the kids to play at & this place provided that. It wasn't the best playground but it was just enough for the kiddos. PROS: The parking lot had a good amount of spots. It also has a trail around the park which is great for adults to walk/run on. One thing that excited me about the park was the lake. I love being near water so it was nice to be have a lake to enjoy while walking around the trail.

I love this park! It's a great place to have an outdoor picnic, walk the dog or an after work jog. I go at least 3x a week to jog. The only downside is that there aren't any lights along the trail during night hours so it's pretty dark. Other than that it's awesome! And although it's so close to the beltway it's actually still pretty peaceful.

A great place to reflect and enjoy nature. Great for walking, jogging, and enjoy family time.

I love this place. Take my 2 five yr old here pretty often. The park has a nice playground, bathroom, water fountains, and quite clean. We also enjoy strolls along the dirt paths, chase after ducks and turtle - gosh, so many turtles! I also like morning walks on weekdays - very peaceful. Once a while we do BBQ cuz it has BBQ pits and picnic tables. Get there early on wkend if you want a table, otherwise there are plenty of space on the grass if you don't want to cook.

Nice workout trail . For my first time it wasn't so crowded this morning . Love the scenery

Does anyone know what days and times people meet up to do Thai Chi? I've heard from a number of people that a group gets together to practice at this park.

Great place to go running! Be warned that it does get crowded on the weekend! There is a longgg trail to run on that seems like its never ending, but the scenery changes as the path goes on. There is security there that patrols the park, and he actually drives his car on the trail. He is super friendly! He asked to make sure I was okay when he saw me at the end of the trail bent down from exhaustion. There are different playgrounds, and many picnic/bbq areas. LOTS of trees! I saw people with hammocks, which I thought was pretty fun. Although this park is close to the beltway and a busy street, it's surprisingly quiet and relaxing. The only downside is the limited parking. If its crowded, then parking is a little tricky.

We were there less than 10 minutes and someone broke into my moms van. Broke the window and took personal belongings. Called the Constable that patrols the area waited for over an hour and never showed up!!! This park sucks and getto area.

We consider this a fun and accommodating park for all ages. It has play area for kids as well as exercise area in addition to duck pond and long walking trails etc.

I love going to this park! Very open, beautiful scenery, & lots of equipment for kids to play on. I give the park 3 stars because after 6:30 pm during the week & on weekends, the parking is horrible. Also, people do not abide by staying to the right so people can pass, so you have to slow down to weave around them. In all, this is a good park that I frequent 4-5 times a week.

Love this park ! The walking path is amazing and the view is beautiful. They have a small park, a lake and a gazebo; so many things to see as you walk.