Waugh Bridge

Waugh Drive Bridge spans Buffalo Bayou less than two miles west of downtown Houston and offers free viewing access to approximately 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats that emerge at dusk.

Multiple viewing locations are available including a designated southeast corner platform along Allen Parkway, the northeast bank near Memorial Drive, and the bridge's east rail sidewalk, with parking available along Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive.

Kayak and boat tours are available through Buffalo Bayou Partnership and Buffalo Bayou Kayak Tours, offering water-based viewing opportunities of the bat emergence, with tours departing from nearby Allen's Landing.

Texas licenses and regulationsCheck before you go

More ways to access Buffalo Bayou

Explore the wonders of Buffalo Bayou! Find excellent fishing spots, easy access to boat ramps, and all the amenities you need for a memorable day by the water. Your adventure starts here.