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Mark McGrath Park

4.7★ · 615 Google ratings · Meadows Place, Texas

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✓ Toddlers✓ Splash pad✓ Shade✓ Restrooms✓ Step-free
At a glance

What visitors report about Mark McGrath Park

Age
Toddlers + young kidsBased on visitor reports · 2016–2026
Shade
Shade reportedBased on visitor reports · 2016–2026
Restrooms
Yes · often seasonal
Water play
Splash pad on siteMentioned by 15 visitors · 2016–2026
Access
Step-free entrance
Crowds
Quietest Wed noon · busiest Tue evening

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Map of Mark McGrath Park

Illustrated map of Mark McGrath Park
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Good to know

Good for a picnic
Picnic facilities on site, with room to sit and eat near the play area.
Official listing
Good for hot days
Splash pad on site, with some reported shade.
Mentioned by 15 visitors · 2016–2026
Works well for younger kids
Visitors report equipment suited to under-5s.
Based on visitor reports · 2016–2026
Restroom quality needs managing expectations
Facilities exist but maintenance is inconsistent, so plan bathroom visits carefully before arrival.
Good for relaxed outdoor time
The pond, walking trails, and picnic areas make this ideal for families wanting a calm afternoon rather than active play.
Bring extra clothes for splash pad
The water spout area gets kids wet, so pack dry clothes and plan for changing time.
Check conditions after rain
Puddles form on the walking track in multiple spots and are difficult to avoid.

Distilled from 100 visitor reviews.

Crowds

When it gets busy

Weekday mornings are generally quiet; weekend afternoons get busiest.

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From Google visit patterns, 8am to 7pm.

Practical

Plan your visit

📍 12001 Brighton Ln, Meadows Place, TX 77477
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Nearby

Nearby playgrounds

800 ft away · Has restrooms
0.7 miles away · More shade
Questions

Parent FAQs

Does Mark McGrath Park have restrooms?
Yes. Public restrooms are on the official Google listing. Park restrooms are often seasonal, so check before a winter visit.
Is there shade at Mark McGrath Park?
Visitors specifically mention shade: trees, sails or covered seating.
Does Mark McGrath Park have a splash pad?
Yes. Visitors describe built water play on site. Splash pads in the Houston area typically run late May to early September.
Is Mark McGrath Park good for toddlers?
Yes. Visitors mention equipment suited to under-5s. Based on visitor reports · 2016–2026
When is Mark McGrath Park least busy?
Based on Google visit patterns, the quietest daytime hour is Wednesday around noon.
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Aerial photo of Mark McGrath Park

How we know this. Place details from the public Google business listing; facilities inferred from 100 visitor reviews; playground outlines and amenity positions from OpenStreetMap (ODbL), which is also what the size is measured on; aerial imagery from USGS (2022). Attributes appear only when the evidence clears our confidence bar, and review text is never republished. The unedited aerial shows tree cover, which is our second check on shade. Read the method · Report a mistake