What we’re about
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 Brrr Oaks, 6.0 Miles
Autry Park, 3711 Autry Park Drive, Houston, TX, USInteresting trees and maybe a little cold weather? Who knows but it is always a good time to get out and stretch. Burr Oaks are my favorite of the many oaks because of the large acorns. Come out and gather a few of these conversation starters to take back to the office with you.
Parking will be tight, consider carpooling with friends, There is parking at the Kroger on Gray st. nearby with a shuttle.....
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 in Autry Park parking lot on the south side of the bayou, next to the intersection of Shepherd and Allen Parkway. Google map link to Autry Park.
Call or text Alan at 713 863 8038 if you need help.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 States31 attendees
City Walk Memorial Park and Arboretum, 6.7 miles
Becks Prime, 1001 E Memorial Loop, Houston, TX, USThe walk today takes us around Memorial Park, founded in 1924 and built on the site of a training camp for the US Army during WWI. We will follow the main loop and also the bayou-side trails created originally by the biking community. Along the way we will check on the progress on the Memorial Drive land bridge prairie restoration effort.
Parking: Several of the lots are not free but there is much free parking along the loop. https://www.memorialparkconservancy.org/visit/map-directions/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 meeting in front of Beck's Prime by the golf course. there is lots of parking around, free and paid. Directions to Beck's PrimeThe Hike:
The walk is crushed granite, dirt trails, and pavement, 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:
Beck's Prime
6603 Westcott St, Houston, TX 77007
Beck's, right where we started18 attendees
City Walk Thrift Stores, 6.3 miles
1422 W. Gray St, Cafe Express, Houston, TX, USThe best thrift stores, the best vintage clothing stores, the Montrose has it all. The holidays can blow your budget if you are not careful so give these a try. Many of today's thrift stores were founded and are still supported by churches in the the community with historic ties to the River Oaks neighborhood. As a result, Haute Couture occasionally appears on the rack next to JC Penney's. Come and have a look but be nice to the ladies, they are all volunteers and they don't take guff off of anybody.
https://charityguildshop.org/
thebluebirdcircle.com/resale-shop/
theguildshop.org/
beringchurch.org/second-blessings/Parking is abundant but don't park too close to the restaurant.
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 in front of the Cafe Express. Directions to Cafe Express
Call or text Alan at 713 863 8038 if you need help.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 States10 attendees
City Walk High End Shopping, Fine Dining and Luxury Living
Target, 4323 San Felipe St, Houston, TX, USToday's walk takes us through the most upscale area of Houston. Where you can find the best in shopping, the finest dining and most luxurious living.
The perfect walk to scout out that perfect outfit, extravagant last minute gift or find that perfect dinner reservation.
We will pass these fabulous stores.
Tootsies
Paris Texas Apparel Co.
The Apple Store
DIOR
Dolce & Gabbana
Hermès
Van Cleef & ArpelsThese Tasty Restaurants
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
Steak 48
State of Grace
ToulouseAnd the numerous penthouse's along Westheimer and the mansions of River Oaks.
Parking:
We will meet at the River Oaks Target store.
4323 San Felipe St, Houston, TX 77027
Google Maps LinkGathering Place:
Meet at the front of the parking lot near San Felipe Street.The Walk:
The walk is over paved sidewalks and is a mix of sun and urban shade.Weather Forecast:
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Map is in the photos.
Geolocated Maps:
Click HereAfter Walk Event:
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
4444 Westheimer Rd Suite H100
Vegetarian Items
Google Maps Link
https://www.hopdoddy.com/locations/riveroaks
https://www.hopdoddy.com/menu33 attendees
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