Fairies are real—they’ve just been hiding from us this entire time! The whimsical creatures come out to play on the Fairy Trail at Stevenson Park in Friendswood. Trusty map in hand, visitors are tasked with finding all the fairies, trolls, and other mythical beings that reside in the forest. It’s an adventure rife with magic for kids and kids at heart alike.
Hiding in plain sight at Friendswood’s Stevenson Park, a giant wooden door leads to a whimsical wonderland.
friendswoodfairytrail.com Enchanting fantasy lovers of all ages, the Friendswood Fairy Trail is a free, interactive experience perfect for families.
Trail maps are available both online and at the park, so make sure to have one handy.
friendswoodfairytrail.com While the trail is only a mile long, the fairies are tiny as can be (and very good at staying unseen.) The map will help make sure you don’t miss anyone.
With your trusty map in hand, step through the portal to a mystic land inhabited by sprites, gnomes, trolls, and other fairytale beings.
friendswoodfairytrail.com Bonus points if you dress the part!
Hand-carved fairy homes are built into the trees, some easier to spot than others.
Google/Natasha Melugin Each one has a door that, when opened, reveals a fairy from the map. Put a checkmark by the name, and you’re well on your way to completing the scavenger hunt.
Not only is the trail great entertainment for the kids, but it also teaches them about the importance of nature.
Google/Daniel DeBroeck The fairies all highlight different aspects of sustainability, including recycling, volunteerism, community, healthy eating, waste prevention, native plants and wildlife, and litter prevention.
In keeping with the message, the homes were carefully installed so as not to damage the environment.
friendswoodfairytrail.com Even better, the fairies are diverse in looks and abilities - one uses a wheelchair and has a miniature ramp leading to her house.
Although the fairy trail is worth visiting year-round, it gets a festive makeover for the holiday season.
friendswoodfairytrail.com Holiday lights line the walkway, and iconic characters like snowmen, elves, and even Santa himself join the fairies in playing hide-and-seek with all who embark on the whimsical journey.
Visit the trail’s website or City of Friendswood Parks & Recreation Facebook page to learn more.
friendswoodfairytrail.com
Enchanting fantasy lovers of all ages, the Friendswood Fairy Trail is a free, interactive experience perfect for families.
While the trail is only a mile long, the fairies are tiny as can be (and very good at staying unseen.) The map will help make sure you don’t miss anyone.
Bonus points if you dress the part!
Google/Natasha Melugin
Each one has a door that, when opened, reveals a fairy from the map. Put a checkmark by the name, and you’re well on your way to completing the scavenger hunt.
Google/Daniel DeBroeck
The fairies all highlight different aspects of sustainability, including recycling, volunteerism, community, healthy eating, waste prevention, native plants and wildlife, and litter prevention.
Even better, the fairies are diverse in looks and abilities - one uses a wheelchair and has a miniature ramp leading to her house.
Holiday lights line the walkway, and iconic characters like snowmen, elves, and even Santa himself join the fairies in playing hide-and-seek with all who embark on the whimsical journey.
Have you ever traversed the Fairy Trail? If so, tell us all the whimsical details of your journey in the comments! Check out our previous article for another whimsical place in Texas that belongs on your bucket list.
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Address: 1100 S Friendswood Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546, USA
