TLCNP TLCNP The Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve a pocket wilderness in the heart of Houston This land shall be preserved forever as a natural habitat. foster the responsible use and enduring protection of this natural habitat and to ensure that everyone regardless of age ability or means can access and be immersed in the forest to enrich their quality of life stoke curiosity and promote learning appreciation and enjoyment A 20Acre Urban Oasis The Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve formerly known as West 11th Street Park a beautiful pocket wilderness acquired in 2008 is the largest tract of native Texas forest inside the I610 Loop to be added to the City of Houston Parks and Recreation Departments inventory in recent years. With a rapidly growing and diverse understory and serene wooded trails it represents a haven for wildlife and for those of us seeking respite from the stresses of urban living. For nearly two decades LCNP has been used as a park and functioned as a permanent nature preserve.