All about Houston's Environment
It’s no exaggeration to claim that Buffalo Bayou is responsible for Houston’s very existence. August and John Allen walked ashore on a portion of this 52-Km serpentine body in 1836 and lay claim to the land which would become the nation’s fourth largest metropolis.
The bayou has aided Houston’s growth as a commercial hub over the years, and it is now a popular recreational destination for the millions of people who live here & visit every year. You can enjoy the scenery from one of Buffalo’s many pathways or cruise the bayou in kayak and canoe.