The San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) is on the lookout for partners to breathe new life into Lake Conroe Park, which Montgomery County had to shutter 10 months ago when the expense of its operations became unsustainable. The park, situated at the scenic spot of 14968 Texas 105 on Lake Conroe's west shores, awaits ideas to transform it into a buzzing year-round haven for locals and tourists alike.
In an effort to fully re-cast the 19-acre recreation space as a premier destination, SJRA is looking to carefully evaluate proposals to enhance every inch—from the beach volleyball courts to the picnic tables and pavilions. As reported by Houston Chronicle, SJRA General Manager Aubrey Spear said, "SJRA is interested in evaluating ideas and innovative approaches to improving the Lake Conroe Park amenities to make it a year-round destination site for all visitors."
Despite a notable history as a family-friendly locale, the park had to confront the reality of waning county funds and a visitor demographic increasingly out-of-county. After a fee hike in 2021 failed to sufficiently offset the rising operational costs, the county had no choice but to terminate its lease with the SJRA—a partnership that had been in place since the park's 1990 inception, according to insights from Community Impact.
The SJRA's board is practically champing at the bit to ensure Lake Conroe Park serves up unforgettable moments for its guests. "Our board of directors supports enhancing the current site and wants to ensure that Lake Conroe Park provides opportunities for memorable experiences for those who visit the park," Spear told Houston Chronicle. With an array of facilities in need of TLC, the invite for public and private entities to pitch in is wide open. Proposals are currently being accepted—a compelling pitch submitted via the SJRA's online form.
"SJRA encourages the private sector to join us in evaluating new ideas on operating the park and making it an inviting place for visitors," Spear remarked, according to Community Impact.
