I remember when there were woods and stables around the inner loop 160 freeway in central Houston 50 years ago. A few woods remain, and couple of stables remai

I remember when there were woods and stables around the inner loop 160 freeway in central Houston 50 years ago. A few woods remain, and couple of stables remain, even around the loop. City parks are wonderful, but they don't replace what I know Houston for - the wilderness. It's still here but a little farther away. Sure, it's sprawling and crowded, and crazy at rush hour. But any day of the year, if you want to go camping or go horse riding, well hell, if it's not raining go -- and if it is, put on a raincoat and go. If you like camping, about an hour south, there's overnight camping at Brazos Bend state park. George Observatory is also there. http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend Theses are the things I know Houston for.