Park Map
To view a detailed map of our park with its 4 habitat zones and many destinations to discover, click here.
Habitat Zones
Pocket Prairie
A pocket prairie is a term used for a small garden of native prairie plants, along with all the insects that live in it and the birds and other animals that visit. It’s a small sample of some of the native species that used to live here before people changed the landscape and built this city. The wide variety of plants and wildflowers that grow in a prairie attract many types of birds and insects, especially in the spring and summer when flowers make the breeze fragrant. Learn more
Prairie Wetland
Our Prairie Wetland is a seasonally wet local habitat planted with native plants and grasses that have deep roots which absorb water during heavy rains. The plantings in this habitat help reduce local flooding. Learn more
Deciduous Woodland
The urban Deciduous Woodland areas in the park were planted here with species native to nearby East Texas deciduous forests. This woodland is a community of trees, shrubs, fungi, and animals that depend on one another. Many animals make their homes here, building nests in the branches of the trees or taking shelter under logs and rocks. Learn more
Cypress Pond
Cypress Pond, named for the Bald Cypress trees planted here, is a valuable habitat for amphibians, reptiles, fish, birds, small mammals, and invertebrates that live here year-round. It is also a resting and refueling stop for migratory birds and insects. Learn more
Destinations
Click on the destinations below to learn more about these special areas of our nature park.
Plants and Wildlife in the Park
Fall 2022 BioBlitz of Russ Pitman Park
Spring 2022 BioBlitz of Russ Pitman Park
Fall 2021 BioBlitz of Russ Pitman Park
Spring 2021 BioBlitz of Russ Pitman Park
Fall 2020 BioBlitz of Russ Pitman Park
Spring 2020 BioBlitz of Russ Pitman Park
Fall 2019 BioBlitz of Russ Pitman Park
Spring 2019 BioBlitz of Russ Pitman Park
Edible Plants of Russ Pitman Park Butterflies of Russ Pitman Park Insects & Invertebrates of Russ Pirman Park Reptiles & Amphibians of Russ Pitman Park Resident & Migrant Birds of Russ Pitman Park See Birds & Birding in the Park for more birding resources.
We are members of the Association of Nature Center Administrators. Our NDC members receive discounts and additional benefits at nature centers who participate in the ANCA Reciprocal Membership Program. Visitors who are members of ANCA affiliated nature centers receive a 20% discount on NDC merchandise when available.
