We found the water in the lakes at the park to be quite low, but, after all, we are in the midst of a drought. That drought did not seem to have affected the vegetation though. Things were lush and overgrown. The lakes were covered in lily pads, duckweed, and other water plants. The live oak trees, as always, were covered in Spanish moss. Birds were not as plentiful as they sometimes are, but the park was teeming with life, both animal and vegetable.
The best thing was, since school had just started and summer vacations were over, we had the park almost to ourselves. It was very quiet. I think we only saw five other visitors while we were there. This in a place that is usually crowded with people.
Both hubby and I carried cameras and we took lots of pictures, so instead of taking you on a walk through my garden this week, here is a walk through the park.
If you need a day's vacation from your garden, I highly recommend Brazos Bend State Park.
Happy gardening!
I miss all the wildflowers and birds in Texas, thanks for the park visit. I remember seeing white egrets around lakes and ponds a lot, so beautiful in the distance. I don't miss the gators, poisonous snakes, alligator gars, etc.
ReplyDeleteThis is a very birdy place and Brazos Bend is one of the birdiest.
DeleteYou even took a gator pic! I thought that was against your religion, lol! I've never been to the park when it was so quiet - it seems to always be packed with people. Despite the people - you know how I feel about the people - Brazos Bend is my favorite local day trip :)
ReplyDeleteWell, if you go to Brazos, it is almost mandatory that you take a 'gator picture.
DeleteI see you are making good use of your new camera Dorothy. Wonderful photos. I keep meaning to take my husband to Brazos Bend State Park, but we never seem to get around to it. We really must go!
ReplyDeleteStill learning about the camera. It's a bit hit or miss.
DeleteDo your best to drag hubby to Brazos. You won't be sorry - and neither will he.