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Kemah recently made progress toward funding the development of a 57-acre nature reserve.
The development, which first broke ground in 2024, was described as a “crown jewel” in the city’s parks master plan.
The details
Kemah City Council voted unanimously at its June 17 meeting to accept a $2.6 million grant from the Texas General Land Office to continue development and improvements at the 57‑acre nature facility, according to city documents.
The reserve is being developed in phases, and in 2025 the city held a ribbon-cutting ceremony following the completion of phases 1 and 2, which included open space, entry monuments and a pavilion, but now current efforts will focus on developing the eastern portion of the reserve with phases 3 through 6.
Once completed, the reserve will feature amenities, such as:
Why it matters
The goal of the park, which city officials hope will promote the area’s ecotourism, is to provide a habitat for animals, birds and insects that are indigenous to the area, according to previous reporting by Community Impact. It will also be a place where visitors can observe and learn about the specific species in the area.
Looking ahead
The project is slated to be completed by 2029, according to city documents.
