Park · College Station, TX

Hensel Park

About

Relaxed spot with wooded trails & forested areas, a playground & sprawling green lawns.

Reviews are solid if not glowing — 4.1 out of 5 across 171 Google reviews.

Parking is the easy part: a free lot and a paid lot. And if it does not suit, 19 more parks in College Station are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in College Station.

What works

Open every day
No closed days on the schedule, though the hours shift through the week.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Free parking
A free lot — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.
Easy to pair with a second stop
19 other parks sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.

Worth knowing first

No easy way to confirm
Neither a phone number nor a website is on file, so there is nobody to check with ahead of a visit.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

Common questions about Hensel Park

What is Hensel Park?

Relaxed spot with wooded trails & forested areas, a playground & sprawling green lawns. It is a park in College Station, TX, at 502 College Ave.

What are the opening hours at Hensel Park?

Hours vary by day: Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:30 PM; Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:30 PM; Friday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM; Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:30 PM; Sunday: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM.

Are dogs allowed at Hensel Park?

Yes — Hensel Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Hensel Park?

Parking options here include a free lot and a paid lot.

Is Hensel Park good for kids?

Yes — Hensel Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Hensel Park rated?

Hensel Park holds 4.1 out of 5 stars from 171 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

College Station has 19 other parks listed on AllParx, including Aggie Park, Bonfire Memorial and The Gardens at Texas A&M University.