186-Acre Arroyos Park to Anchor Texas-Themed Colton Community in Montgomery County

Construction has officially begun on Arroyos Park, marking a significant milestone for Colton as it embarks on its first major recreational project. This initiative is part of a sprawling 5,700-acre master-planned community being developed in Montgomery County, as announced by the developer, Airia Development Company, earlier this week.

The expansive 186-acre park is set to debut in fall 2026, showcasing trails, playgrounds, and architecture inspired by Texas, all seamlessly integrated into the natural surroundings. Officials from Airia announced that the park will be a central feature of Colton’s emphasis on outdoor living and fostering community connections.

“Arroyos Park will embody the essence of Texas living,” stated Tyler Stone, Airia’s vice president of land development, in a statement. “The design aims to foster community connections and honor the rich natural and architectural legacy of Texas.”

Situated between Houston and College Station, Colton represents the most significant project ever initiated by Houston-based Airia, with a valuation of $9.9 billion. Work on the community kicked off in June 2024, with upcoming phases set to expand into Waller and Grimes counties along Texas 249.

Airia noted that the park's design takes cues from iconic Texas landmarks and reflects the variety found across the state's regions. The development team explored locations in San Antonio, Marfa, and Brenham to gather genuine architectural inspirations.

Four structures in Arroyos Park will honor Texas legends: an event hall designed after Rihn’s Grocery in LaCoste, a hospitality inn influenced by the Texas Theatre in Bronte, a fitness center reflecting the Texas and Pacific Railway Terminal in Fort Worth, and a play tower that brings to mind East Texas forest watch towers.

Reclaimed materials, such as vintage wood and metal, will prominently feature throughout the park, reflecting the state's rich oil and gas heritage. This includes planters made from repurposed propane tanks and street signs created from drill stem pipes.

The park is set to feature three playgrounds for children, a micro disc golf area, and an 18-hole disc golf course crafted by renowned designer John Houck. Biking and hiking trails are set to link Arroyos Park with Colton’s neighborhoods, highlighting the development's focus on outdoor activities and fostering community involvement.

As construction progresses, Airia emphasized that Arroyos Park serves as both a tangible and symbolic cornerstone for Colton’s future aspirations: a community “crafted to unite all.”