Shaded playgrounds and parks in Houston

Playground for ages 5 to 12, all climbing and sliding, shaded by trees and lit in the evening.

Two acres of play gardens with Splash Cove water play, a 45-foot rocket ship slide, a gorilla-themed area and a Thicket for kids up to 5.

Climbing boulders, a spinning carousel, mound tunnels, a hanging boardwalk and water features, all in a 3.4-acre park.

County park with a splash pad, a Kid Fit Park, a playground, tennis courts, picnic tables and a trail with exercise stations.