Carl Young Park

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Carl Young Park is a popular park located in the city of Katy, Texas.


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Summary

It is named after former mayor Carl W. Young, who dedicated much of his life to public service. There are several good reasons to visit the park, including its convenient location, abundant recreational opportunities, and beautiful natural surroundings.

Specific points of interest within the park include a large pond for fishing, several sports fields for soccer and baseball, a walking trail, a playground for children, and picnic areas with barbecue pits. Additionally, the park hosts several events and festivals throughout the year, including concerts, movie nights, and holiday celebrations.

Interesting facts about the area include its diverse wildlife, including several species of birds and fish, as well as occasional sightings of deer and other wild animals. The park is also home to several historic structures, including an old schoolhouse and a restored 19th-century farmhouse.

The best time of year to visit Carl Young Park varies depending on personal preference and the specific activities or events one wishes to participate in. However, many visitors recommend spring and fall as the ideal seasons to enjoy the park's natural beauty and comfortable weather. Overall, Carl Young Park offers something for everyone, from outdoor enthusiasts to families looking for a fun day out.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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