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Spring is a large unincorporated community in north Harris County, Texas, about 20 miles north of downtown Houston along Interstate 45. It began in the 1840s as a farming settlement of German immigrants along Spring Creek and grew into a railroad town in the early 1900s when the International-Great Northern Railroad built a large rail yard here.
Today Spring is a sprawling, family-oriented suburb, but its historic heart survives as Old Town Spring, where restored early 20th century houses and newer buildings hold dozens of boutiques, antique shops, galleries and restaurants. Old Town hosts festivals through the year, including the popular Texas Crawfish and Music Festival each spring.
Outdoors, the forested banks of Cypress Creek and Spring Creek are lined with parks and trails. Mercer Botanic Gardens, Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center and Pundt Park are all close by, and the Spring Creek Greenway links green spaces along the creek. In summer, families head to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown. The Woodlands and George Bush Intercontinental Airport are each about 15 minutes away.
The historic core of Spring, where restored houses and storefronts from the early 1900s now hold boutiques, antique shops, art galleries, wine tasting rooms and restaurants. It is a relaxed place to wander for a few hours. Weekends are busiest; many shops close early on weekdays, so check hours before you go.
A large annual festival held in Old Town Spring over two spring weekends, with tons of boiled crawfish, Cajun food, live music on several stages and carnival rides. It draws big crowds from across the Houston area. Buy tickets online, use the festival parking shuttles and come hungry.
A large water park off Interstate 45 with high-speed slides, a wave pool, a lazy river and play areas for small children. It is the go-to summer escape for Houston families. Arrive at opening to grab a shaded spot, bring sunscreen and consider a cabana on the hottest days. The season runs from late spring into early fall.
A Harris County botanic garden along Cypress Creek with themed gardens, a tropical garden, ponds, an arboretum and wooded trails. It is free to visit and especially lovely in spring. Allow two hours to explore, wear bug spray in warm months, and check the calendar for plant sales and guided walks.
A Harris County park in Spring set in tall pine and hardwood forest along Cypress Creek, with paved and natural trails, a playground, picnic pavilions and an open lawn. It connects to longer creek trails for walking or cycling. Visit in the morning for cooler temperatures and the best chance to see birds.
A large county nature park on Spring Creek with forest trails, a boardwalk through cypress swamp, a nature center, a replica Akokisa Indian village and a pioneer homestead. Admission is free, and rangers lead programs for families. Trails are mostly flat and shady, making this a good escape on warm days.
A long network of trails and preserved forest along Spring Creek connecting several county parks between Tomball and Humble. Paved sections are great for biking and running, while natural trails lead through bottomland woods. Choose a park trailhead with parking, bring water and expect muddy spots after heavy rain.
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