Blazing Star Prairie & Sanctuary
Constructed wetland on the Blazing Star Prairie with adjacent cover crop rows. Image courtesy of Don Pine.
Blazing Star Prairie
Directions, Hours & Contact
The Blazing Star Prairie is located at 31930 Morrison Road, Brookshire, Texas.
Visitation: The preserve is currently open by advance appointment only. To schedule a visit, please call 713-523-6135, ext. 4008 or email naturesburial@coastalprairieconservancy.org. Check back in 2025 for updated public access information.
About Blazing Star Prairie
The Blazing Star Prairie is a new 68-acre, publicly accessible preserve section on the southern end of the Greater Indiangrass Preserve, which is part of the larger Katy Prairie Preserve. Today, the Katy Prairie Preserve spans over 19,000 acres.
This preserve plays a critical role in flood mitigation, climate resilience, water quality improvement, biodiversity conservation, and community engagement for the Houston region. Blazing Star Prairie is currently undergoing restoration to reestablish a thriving ecosystem and haven for wildlife, while also creating opportunities for the community to engage through recreation, programming, and conservation education.
Once completed, Blazing Star Prairie will feature:
54 acres of restored grasslands supporting native Texas plants and wildlife
14 acres of prairie pothole wetlands to provide habitat for waterfowl and other species
Shaded overlook, a scenic boardwalk, and public programming to encourage exploration and conservation awareness
Home to Texas’ First Certified Conservation Cemetery
Within this preserve, Blazing Star Sanctuary is a protected 7.5-acre natural burial ground. The sanctuary is Texas’ first-ever certified conservation cemetery. Designed as an eco-friendly alternative to conventional cemeteries, the sanctuary prioritizes sustainability by restoring habitat and avoiding chemicals, vaults, concrete markers, and embalming. This unique space aligns with the Coastal Prairie Conservancy’s commitment to land preservation while offering a place of quiet reflection and connection to nature.
For more information about Nature’s Burial, visit naturesburial.org.
If you would like to view an online map of our sanctuary, visit here.
Restoration Progress
Blazing Star Prairie is undergoing a multi-phase restoration process to transform 68 acres into a thriving prairie and wetland habitat. Below is an overview of the restoration progress so far, along with upcoming activities.
Progress So Far:
Summer 2024:
Cattle fenced out to prepare the land for restoration
Two wetlands constructed and filled
Texas Parks & Wildlife trail grant received
Fall 2024:
Fall cover crop planted across the preserve to rejuvenate the soil prior to prairie seeding
Cemetery platted and signage installed
Phase 2 Restoration and Stewardship Activities Timeline:
January 2025:
Native shrub and tree plantings
April - May 2025
Graze and spray to terminate cover crops and any remaining existing cover
May 2025
Plant a diverse mixture of spring cover crop species on 68 acres
April - May 2026
Graze and spray to terminate cover crops and any remaining existing cover
October 2026
Plant native grass and wildflower seeds with no-till grass drill across 54 acres of grasslands and 14 acres of wetlands
Restoration progress images courtesy of Done Pine.
Visitor Policies
Blazing Star Prairie and Sanctuary are designated for quiet contemplation and passive recreation. Please observe the following guidelines during your visit:
Respect the privacy of burial services and other visitors.
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Firearms, hunting, alcohol, smoking, pets, swimming, fishing, and loud music are prohibited.
Stay on designated trails to protect the ecosystem.
Leave no trace: pack out any trash.
Do not feed or disturb wildlife.
Thank you for helping us preserve this special space for generations to come.
Contact Information
Address: 31930 Morrison Road, Brookshire, TX 77423
Phone: 713-523-6135, ext. 4008
Email: naturesburial@coastalprairieconservancy.org
Directions
From Houston via I-10:
Take I-10 West past Katy.
Exit 737 and turn right (north) on Pederson Road.
Turn left (west) on US Highway 90.
Turn right on FM 2855 and continue for 6 miles.
Turn left on FM 529.
After 1 mile, turn right on Pattison Road.
After 1 mile, turn left on Morrison Road and drive 1 mile to the entrance on the right.
For additional routes, detailed driving directions are available upon request.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Blazing Star Prairie!