STAY AWAY FROM HACKBERRY PARK UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE | MAY 30, 2026

[Tiffany D. Thomas]

Friends,

Never a dull moment.

A reptile/alligator has been identified at Hackberry Park. 

Houston Parks has activated the correct protocols to safely extract the reptile. 

As a precaution, the parking lot has been closed, signage posted and the pond is marked off with caution tape.

We presume Mr. Gator made its way via the nearby bayou. 

I will provide a green light to presume activities once available.  

Please visit one of our many parks in the interim: Harwin, Alief, Woodchase (Westchase) or any of the county parks: Fiorenza and Storey, Driscoll or George Bush.

[Tiffany D. Thomas]

Good evening,

It is safe to resume use of Hackberry Park.

Texas Parks and Wildlife has monitored the area over the past week and a half and has not found an alligator.

Houston Parks has appropriate signage in place reminding patrons to stay clear of the water, as is standard practice.

As a reminder, this is alligator mating season, and it's not uncommon for them to make their way into parks and waterways, particularly those connected to /or near bayous.

If you see an alligator or believe you've spotted one in the future:

• Take a photo from a safe distance and note the date.

• Report it to 311.

• Forward the 311 service request number to dist...@houstontx.gov so our office can help track the concern and coordinate with the appropriate departments.

As always, please keep a safe distance from wildlife and never attempt to approach or feed an alligator.

Have a good night.

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Subject: [alieflife] STAY AWAY FROM HACKBERRY PARK UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE | MAY 30, 2026

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