Waugh Drive Bat Colony

Tourist attraction · Neartown

Waugh Drive Bat Colony

Tourist attraction · Neartown

Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77002

Highlights

Watch thousands of bats emerge from a bridge at sunset

Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77002 Get directions

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"A Foggy Morning on the Bayou Eleanor Tinsley Park in Houston is a great place to spend time outdoors. There's the Waugh Bridge Bat Colony, hiking and biking trails, and tons of green space to enjoy. By Darius R. Porter"

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C M

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Fun, free experience that all should experience. Really appreciated the Bat Tour Speaker; very knowledgeable and made it even more fun. Bats under the bridge were captivating and mesmerizing watching them tornado under the bridge. Parked two blocks away at the Whole Foods. You'll be tempted to park at the strip mall closest to the bridge but don't. Sure enough, the tow truck was there hauling cars away.

Heather S.

Google

I followed previous reviewers advice and parked at Whole Foods and walked. It was good advise, as there's no other parking as close, as far as I could tell. There's a sidewalk, but it isn't smooth, so if you're using a wheelchair you'll have trouble. It was really cool to see the bats, and I think the best view was from the bridge itself because you can see them in the distance as well as exiting from under the bridge.

Terra Tilghman

Google

Was hot when we went so bring lots of water and bug spray, you sit on the grass or stand on the bridge to watch the bats the only thing I was hesitant about was the parking. We arrived super early hoping to get a parking spot but no luck we had to end up parking waaaaaay far away and walk. I think if I end up going again I would map out a parking location before I head to the area because once you get there traffic is so fast you don't have time to look or search. It was very quick and only lasted about half an hour then they are gone. But it is a good experience and something to do that is free besides parking

J H

Google

Arrive early to get a parking space along Allen Parkway. If so, then the bridge is a minute or two walking distance away from the bridge. There's an area that provides fun facts about the bats and a grassy hill where you can sit to wait for the bats to fly. Such a neat experience!

sampann malhotra

Google

An unforgettable experience at the Waugh Bat Colony! Watching thousands of bats take flight at sunset was absolutely magical. A huge shoutout to the Bat Chats volunteer team — their passion, knowledge, and dedication to educating visitors made the evening even more special. They answered every question with enthusiasm and made the event fun for all ages. A must-visit spot in Houston for nature lovers and curious minds alike!!

Darylynn Jamison

Google

This was an awesome experience I have been twice and it amazes me at how many bats exit that bridge. I love the facts they have up closer to the street. I saw a boat tour there to watch which seems like it would be an amazing view.

Annavy N. Phelan

Google

Wow! Go right at dusk it was so cool seeing them! We even brought a flashlight to see I between the cracks when the sun settled. Also, read some cool facts from the internet while there makes the whole experience super cool. Like there are 300,000 Mexican free tail bats! We lucked out and found parking right next to it but I definitely can see how it would be hard to find close parking.

Kh_m Erlich

Google

My friends told me to see the bats under the Waugh Street bridge. It was an incredible experience! The way the bats fly out right after sunset is amazing! I went a few times after my first visit. Highly recommend