Jim and JoAnn Fonteno Family Park
Price
Free
Duration
1–2 hours
Best Ages
2–12 (community park serving east Houston families)
About
Jim and JoAnn Fonteno Family Park on Wallisville Road is a community park that plays an important role for east Houston families — providing a quality outdoor green space in a part of the city where park access is more limited than in inner-loop neighborhoods.
The park features playground equipment for young children, open lawn areas for sports and free play, and facilities that serve multiple age groups from toddlers to tweens. The combination makes it genuinely versatile for family outings of mixed ages.
Local families are the primary users, and the park has the social warmth that comes from a community genuinely invested in its neighborhood green space. Weekday morning visits have a pleasant, quiet character — ideal for young children and parents looking for a low-key outdoor outing.
Practical notes: no food or water facilities on site, so bring everything you need. The park is free to access. For east Houston families who don't have convenient access to the inner-loop parks, Fonteno Family Park is one of the better local options and deserves recognition for the community need it serves.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Limited
Kid Meals
Not Available
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings or fall/spring afternoons
Wait Times
No wait
Nearby Food
East Houston has limited dining options immediately adjacent. Plan to bring food or visit nearby casual restaurants on Wallisville Rd.
Why Kids Love It
Fonteno Family Park gives east Houston families a quality community green space with playground equipment, open lawn, and sports facilities. For neighborhoods with fewer park options, this park plays an important community role and is genuinely loved by local families.
Pro Tips from Parents
- A key community park for east Houston / Channelview families
- Bring water and snacks — no facilities on site
- Sports courts make it appealing for older kids and teens
- Weekday mornings are peaceful — ideal for young children
- Check for any community events seasonally
What to Bring
- Water bottles
- Snacks
- Sunscreen
- Sports equipment (ball, frisbee)
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0 — free community park
Tips to Save
- Free.
- East Houston families have limited park options — Fonteno Family Park is one of the better community parks in this area.
- Bring your own supplies.
