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Brazos Bend State Park
21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, TX
by Hilton 
You'll be singing "Take me out to the ball game!" in Texas on your next visit to the Lone Star State. Whether it's a trip to the classic old-fashioned Minute Maid Park or a swing of the bat at the exciting Big League Dreams, Houston offers plenty of activities to appeal to sports lovers. Here, TravelSkoot highlights the best.
Bike or hike your way through beautiful Brazos Bend State Park… just steer clear of the alligators. You’ll probably get a chance to see one or two along the way, but there’s also plenty of friendly wildlife to keep you company. As you step or pedal your way along the serene vistas, Woodpeckers, Hawks and Wrens watch over you from the sycamore, black willow and moss draped live oaks. Several trails around 40 Acre Lake, Elm Lake, and Hale Lake can be enjoyed individually – or traverse all of them on inter-connecting pathways.
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As the world's largest greyhound racing operation, Gulf Greyhound Park presents world-class racing and pari-mutuel wagering every Tuesday through Sunday, rain or shine. The three-level complex features a variety of dining rooms and bistros, including the Terrace Clubhouse, which has unobstructed views of the track. If you're 21 or over, you can place the traditional win, place and show wagers, along with exactas, trifectas, superfectas, and other options. Whether you're a serious race fan or just love the dogs, this park has your ticket.
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Big League Dreams designs and builds replicas of historic major-league stadiums. You can hit it out of the park at replicas of Boston's Fenway Park, Chicago's Wrigley Field, New York's Yankee Stadium and more. Big League Dreams hosts regional baseball and softball tournaments, and, in addition to baseball, offers soccer and sand volleyball for all ages. All fields are equipped electronic scoreboards, stadium lights and authentic stadium seating. You will truly feel like you're in the big leagues!
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The Houston Astros, named after the famed Astrodome stadium, now play at Minute Maid Park. In a nod to its roots, the new stadium has a retractable roof that allows games to be played in any kind of weather. Come see Houston's boys of summer in the state-of-the-art facility that now serves much more than just hot dogs. Prices may have gone up since you were a kid, but you can still get $1 children's tickets in the outfield deck.
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At the Hilton Americas Houston hotel, a convention-style property with a boutique feel, guests will expect to find an unbeatable combination of stylish accommodations and easy access to virtually all of Houston's entertainment. Choose from one of the 1,203 guestrooms, 36 one- or two-bedroom suites or the two Presidential and Chairman suites, all of which are stocked with some of the latest amenities. The hotel is also home to two of the largest ballrooms in Houston, with more than 92,000 square feet of meeting space, and is connected to the George R. Brown Convention Center via Skywalks. And when it is time to relax and rejuvenate, visit the Skyline Spa and Health Club offering expansive views of the Houston skyline from the 23rd floor. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, the 24-story Hilton Americas Houston hotel adds luxury to every day of your stay.
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