The best parks & outdoor spots in Henderson County

3 places we’ve checked and would send a neighbor to. Open any one to read what we wrote about it.

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Coleman Park (opens in a new tab)

1950 E College St · Athens

Coleman Park is Athens’ primary athletic complex, with baseball and soccer fields that give local teams and fans room to get in the game.…

Coleman Park is Athens’ primary athletic complex, with baseball and soccer fields that give local teams and fans room to get in the game. For a little fresh air and some hometown sports action, it’s a good one to keep in mind.

From the Athens newsletter, November 9, 2026

Ginger's Park (opens in a new tab)

115 N Prairieville St · Athens

Need a spot to eat lunch or catch up with a friend? Ginger's Park is a handy little pocket of green right on Athens’ Downtown square,…

Need a spot to eat lunch or catch up with a friend? Ginger's Park is a handy little pocket of green right on Athens’ Downtown square, perfect for a simple break without making a whole outing of it.

East Texas Arboretum (opens in a new tab)

1601 Patterson Rd · Athens

East Texas Arboretum packs 100 acres of shady trails, a 115-foot suspension bridge, and blooming gardens into one easy local escape. Wander…

East Texas Arboretum packs 100 acres of shady trails, a 115-foot suspension bridge, and blooming gardens into one easy local escape. Wander to the Wofford House Museum for a peek at 1850s Henderson County, let the kids loose in the Children's Garden, then call it a day well spent.

From the Athens newsletter, October 31, 2026