First, which beaches are you talking about? If you mean the pools and ponds of Hermann Park, which are actually in our city, please step out of the water. Those are for the ducks. Houston is miles ...

Houston summers are no joke — the heat and humidity can make it tough to keep kids entertained without melting (or spending a fortune). But don’t worry — whether you’re looking for air-conditioned ...

Texas beaches are some of the most unique and interesting in the world. Most aren’t the white-sand-clear-water variety, but they are alive with activity and absolutely fun. When Galveston ingeniously ...

The water at some Houston area beaches is contaminated with fecal matter more often than not, according to a new report published by Environment America. The “Safe for Swimming” report organizes and ...

The shore at Quintana Beach County Park, near Freeport, Texas, is covered with dead fish on June 9, 2023. The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department said the mass fish casualty was caused by low dissolved ...

The Houston area is expecting waves of rain and coastal flooding due to a tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico, which is prompting several closures across the area. Here is a list of schools and ...

Are you looking for the perfect beach vacation within driving distance of Houston? These 12 coastal towns offer a range of options, whether you’re looking to relax by the water, take in a scenic ...

Rain falls on Texas State Highway 288 near Interstate 59, on Sept. 13, 2021, ahead of Tropical Storm Nicholas’ landfall. A widespread storm system is expected to bring potentially heavy rainfall and ...

HOUSTON — Some of the most popular beaches in Texas have a dirty problem. KHOU 11 Investigates analyzed data from the Texas General Land Office and found that 91% tested positive for potentially ...

Texans and other visitors looking to enjoy oceanside views may not be aware that bacteria could ruin their trip to the beach. Swimming at beaches along the Texas Gulf Coast is not recommended when ...