If you want to live close to the country near Houston Texas, there are many different communities you can pick from. Perhaps one of the best ways to enjoy the great outdoors is being able to live with the woods right outside your back yard. If you are interested, the Texas Woodlands community is perhaps one of the best places to raise a family. They have many different homes to choose from, and many have plenty of acreage for your growing family, and considering the area, are reasonably priced.

For example, one single family home on Sage Creek Circle, with four complete bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms has a 8,871 sq ft lot. It has modern features, is only two years old, and even comes with a covered front porch. Not only is this nice home close to shopping, it is also near a pool and close to some of the best schools in the area. You get all of this for just $218,000.

There are many outdoor activities for people of all ages in and around the Houston area. The city itself has an abundance of large parks, and many beautiful hiking and biking trails. You may even want to visit one of the many National Forests in the area, like the Sam Houston National Forest and Davy Crockett National Forest, where there are many camping and hunting opportunities that await. With all the lakes and rivers in the area like Stubblefield Lake, and the Kelly Pond Recreation Area, it won't be hard to find an ideal spot to throw out a line. Be sure to check with the local Forestry Department for all the rules and regulations regarding hunting and fishing, as well as any camping restrictions.

There are many walking trails in the Houston area, and there are some great sites to see at your leisure. One of them is the Japanese Gardens, the Houston Arboretum, and Conservation Center, and you can even enjoy a half day canoe trip on the Buffalo Bayou. The trips are on the last Saturday of the month, and are from one P.M. through five to seven P.M. People 16 and older are invited, and you must attend a meeting before you start. There are many different canoeing adventures, and other day trips. If you are interested in any of these, it is a good idea to contact the Arboretum and Nature Center directly for more information.

So no matter what kind of outdoor activities you may like, Houston has something for everyone. If you want to find out more information, you can contact the Houston Convention Center, the Chamber of Commerce or even the Department of Forestry. Because of the temperate climate in this area, it doesn't matter what time of the year it is, there is always something to do. There are plenty of outdoor sports activities to choose from, and Houston has many professional, minor league, and college sports to enjoy.