Hi friend! Are you planning to visit Montgomery and want to know what things you can do while there? If so, keep reading!
The city of Montgomery, Texas, is also known as the “Birthplace of the Texas Lone Star Flag. It's one of the oldest cities in Texas but still maintains its peaceful atmosphere despite the fast-paced lifestyle that many people today lead.
If you’re looking for the benefits of a big city but want the peace and tranquility that comes with small-town living, Montgomery is a great place to settle. Montgomery has preserved its 19th-century historic downtown district, as well as its many fine retail shops, restaurants, and local attractions. There are many parks, museums, lakes, historical buildings, sanctuary parks, wild animals, and water sports to add excitement for everyone.
To help you discover the hidden gems of this city, we’ve put together a list of some of the most interesting things to do in Montgomery. We’ll cover some amazing restaurants, attractions, and even model homes to visit. I hope you find this list helpful during your stay, especially if it is your first visit! Please reach out to me if you need assistance with your relocation.
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Places To Experience
Fernland Historical Park: Montgomery has several parks, including Fernland Historical Park along Clepper Drive, that feature beautiful landscapes displaying pre-Civil War and post-Civil War houses.
Lake Conroe: Lake Conroe covers over 22,000 acres and includes more than 150 miles of shoreline. This large body of water is great for fishing, swimming, boating and other water sports.
The Nat Hart Davis Pioneer Complex: This museum, which is owned by the Montgomery Historical Society, displays original accessories and furnishings from Montgomery's early settlers in the 1800s in its complex.
Jenkins Sunshine Farm: Jenkins Sunshine Farm offers a variety of fresh, homemade products made from organic ingredients that are grown on its own farms. Visitors can take home fresh produce, eggs, herbs, flowers, and other items from their trip to Montgomery.
Naked Turtle Tavern: This local bar offers a lively environment and an excellent selection of drinks. It also hosts bingo events, karaoke nights, weekend parties, and live games.
Deer Lake Lodge Resort and Spa: This is a small local resort with a unique spa and wellness experience that focuses on detoxification. The spa offers top-notch services from diet and exercise to numerous therapies.
Old Ironworks: The Old Ironworks is a great place to see vintage cars still in excellent condition. This Montgomery attraction is a haven for vintage car enthusiasts.
Golf Club at La Torretta: This 18-hole Golf Club at La Torretta Lake Resort is one of the most beautiful golf courses you'll visit in Montgomery. features more than 50 bunkers, and is surrounded by beautiful fountains, treelines, waterfalls, and lakes.
Vintage Restaurant at Magnolia Diner: The Magnolia Diner is a well-known, 50's-style diner located in Montgomery. They use fresh ingredients sourced from local farms and make their food using homemade recipes. Their portions are known to be big enough to fill anyone's tummy.
Parks to Visit
Memory Park: It boasts scenic views of its garden area, extensive pond, and walkways. It also features various projects of the Eagle Scouts, a pet memorial, a veteran's plaza, and a path that leads to the Fenland Historical Park and Memory Park.
Cedar Brake Park: The Cedar Brake Park is an area teeming with centuries-old cedar trees that witness Montgomery's history. These cedar trees have existed since the 1800s during Montgomery's early years. One of Cedar Brake Park's most beautiful features is the vast pavilion. In addition, it has a three-tiered fountain and a cast bronze statue of CB Stewart.
Cape Conroe Park – Friendly park that feautures a play equipment, restroom, pool, basketball court, & more!
Lake Conroe Park – This 13-acre park offers picnic tables & BBQ pits, plus fishing piers & a roped-off swimming area.
Restaurants
Phil's Road House & Grill – Local hangout for ribs & rib-eyes, catfish & burgers with beer, wine & margaritas in rustic digs.
Montgomery Burger Fresh – Award winning Burger, friendl staff and fast food.
Yo' Mama's Pit Bar-B-Que – The best BBQ in Montgomery, BBQ Baked Sweet Potato, Slow-cooking meat, been in industry for 26 years.
Eatery at Hodge Podge Lodge – They offer exceptional cuisine, made fresh every day. The Eatery is suited for fine dining, casual dining, dinner rehearsals, private or business events, or a night of cocktails.
Cozy Grape – Menu offers numerous exceptional options for brunch, lunch and dinner. Wide range of drinks.
Old Montgomery Steakhouse – family owned restaurant, old-fashioned American eatery serving steak, seafood, sandwiches, beer & wine.
Uncle Bob's BBQ – high quality of cuisine, superb ambience and outstanding service.
Chick-fil-A 105 & Lonestar Pkwy – Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.
Pizza Shack – Italian-American restaurant, offer wide range of food pizzas, salads, pasta, dessert, chicken and seafoods.
Ransom's Steakhouse & Saloon – Friendly restaurant, specialize in steak, seafood, buffalo chili & other Texas dishes, win & cocktails & live music.
Miss Pat's Kitchen – American food, Seafood, Soul Food, Southern & Vegetarian food. They're innovative towards health and wellness.
Check out this blog post – Things To Do | Link.
Neighborhoods to Check Out
Woodforest
- Price Range: $250,000 – $1,500,000
- Square Feet: 1,500 – 7,500
- Large & extravagant aquatic park and pool, 15 miles of nature trails, golf course, tennis & basketball courts
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
Bentwater
- Price Range: $250,000 – $3,500,000
- Lot Size: 0 – 1 acres
- Gated waterfront community with an exclusive golf course
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
Walden
- Price Range: $100,000 – $1,000,000
- Lot Size: 0 – 5+ acres
- Right on the lake, private marina & boat ramps, fitness center, multiple parks, and miles of trails
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
Grand Harbor
- Price Range: $400,000 – $1,500,000
- Lot Size: 0 – 3 acres
- Neighborhood park with tennis courts and a baseball field, most homes have their own boat dock but there’s a community boat ramp as well.
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
April Sound
- Price Range: $200,000 – $1,000,000
- Lot Size: 0 – 3 acres
- Gated community on the lake, golf course, pool & splash pad, tennis courts, and boat launches.
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
Crown Oaks
- Price Range: $400,000 – $1,500,000
- Lot Size: 1 – 5+ acres
- Neighborhood parks and stocked lakes for fishing
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
Fairwater
- Price Range: $200,000 – $400,000
- Lot Size: 6,500 – 13,000 square feet
- Brand new community with pool, splash pad, and playground
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
Ridgelake Shores
- Price Range:
- Lot Size:
- 2 private lakes, one of them having a playground, beach entrance into the water and a sand volley ball court
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
Montgomery Trace
- Price Range: $300,000 – $2,000,000
- Lot Size: 1 – 6 acres
- Many different subsections offering a variety of homes & prices
- Open Houses – Link
- Homes for sale – Link
Most Popular New Construction Neighborhoods in the Montgomery TX
- Bentwater | Homes for sale.
- Bluejack National | Homes for sale.
- Fairwater | Homes for sale.
- Waterstone on Lake Conroe | Homes for sale.
- Woodforest| Homes for sale.
Five Best “Bang for your Buck” Neighborhoods in Montgomery TX
April Sound
This is a wonderful gated community on the lake with a golf course, multiple pools & splash pads, tennis courts, and private boat launches. They host lots of neighborhood events and are located minutes away from amazing restaurants, grocery stores, and shopping areas.
Bentwater
Beautiful water front, gated neighborhood with a multitude of amenities to enjoy. They offer an on site golf club with an 18 hole course, a country club, yacht club, and restaurant. There’s a state of the art fitness center, tennis courts, large pool & jacuzzi, and a covered children’s pool. They also have boat docks & launches, and are very close to the local shops & restaurants.
Del Lago
Established neighborhood on Lake Conroe with direct lake access. This community is full of trees, green space, and wonderful lake views, and is home to an 18 hole golf course. It’s located off of Walden road giving you quick access to all of the restaurants, shops, and grocery stores in the area.
Walden
This large community is right on the water and has a variety of different home styles & prices. They have their own marina & boat ramps, a fitness center, sports fields & courts, parks with miles of trails, and an 18 hole golf course. Residents have the option of joining the Walden Yacht Club which gives access to even more luxurious amenities.
Woodforest
A very fun neighborhood full of new homes and tons to do. There’s a pool that looks like a theme park with all of it’s slides & splash features, multiple playgrounds, sports fields & courts, miles of nature trails, a splash park, and a dog park. They have a golf course on site as well. You can easily get to 105 and access the local grocery stores, restaurants, and shops.
Models House To Visit in Montgomery TX
1. Fairwater | Homes for sale.
Address: 1319 Pleasant Spgs Ct, Montgomery, TX 77316
2. Town Creek Crossing | Homes for sale.
Address: 163 Dina Lane, Montgomery, TX 77356
3. Pine Lake Cove | Homes for sale.
Address: 127 Grove Terrace Ct, Conroe, TX 77356
4. Waterstone on Lake Conroe | Homes for sale.
Address: 101 Waterstone Dr, Montgomery, TX 77356
5. The Hills of Town Creek | Homes for sale.
Address: 103 Brock's Ln, Montgomery, TX 77356
Other Montgomery TX Related Blog Posts – Montgomery TX Category (I would start with the links below, and then the category link.)
- What is the weather like in Montgomery TX? – Link.
- The Best Neighborhoods in Montgomery TX – Link.
- Things to do in Montgomery TX – Link.
- Montgomery TX Relocation Guide – Link.
- 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Montgomery TX – Link.
- The Five Best Bang for Your Buck Neighborhoods in Montgomery TX – Link.
- Food Trucks to Track Down in Montgomery TX – Link.
Extras
- If you are visiting The Woodlands, Spring, or Klein, please check out this blog post.
- If you are visiting Katy, please check out this blog post.
- If you are visiting Cypress, please check out this blog post.
- If you are visiting Sugar Land, please check out this blog post.
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