Galveston Island State Park
While it’s only located about an hour from Houston, Galveston Island State Park feels like a world away. Galveston Island has both beach and bay sides, ensuring that every coast lover can find an activity they enjoy. You can hang out on the beach, soak up the sun, go for a swim, and just relax, or try something a bit more adventurous! Fishing (no license required) is allowed on both the beach and bay sides of the island. Galveston Island is also home to four miles of hiking and bike trails throughout its unique habitats, each with observation platforms and boardwalks. Prefer the water to dry land? You’re in luck, as you’ll have nearly five miles of paddle trails at your disposal, so bring your canoe or kayak!
There is an entrance fee of $5 per day for adults and children 12 years and under are permitted in for free.
Location
14901 FM 3005
Galveston, TX 77554
(409) 737-1222
Lake Livingston State Park
Lake Livingston is one of the largest lakes in Texas, and offers a variety of outdoor activities that the whole family can enjoy. Fishing at the lake is popular thanks to its white bass population, though it’s also home to a number of catfish, crappie, and perch. You can bring your boat to cruise the lake, or if you’re looking for something more low key, rent one of our many canoes, kayaks, or paddleboards. And, of course, you can camp! If you don’t have your own tent, or need something more spacious, Lake Livingston has a number of different camping options. From group facilities for large gatherings, to screened shelters, the park has something that will work for you available on the property.
Location
300 Park Road 65
Livingston, TX 77351
(936) 365-2201
There is an entrance fee of $5 per day for adults and children 12 years and under are permitted in for free.
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
The State Park and Learning Center offers an array of activities that both adults and children can enjoy. The park, which is open daily, includes a half mile self-guided nature trail, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe the natural habitat of many different kinds of wildlife. There are 28 naturalized ponds that line the trail, many of which contain alligators! There are also two ponds on the property where catch-and-release fishing is permitted, while the wildscape demonstration garden provides techniques for using plants and flowers to attract wildlife to your own yard.
Once you’ve explored everything the Learning Center has to offer, hop on over to Sheldon Lake. The lake is open daily from dawn to dusk for boating, year round fishing (must be licensed), and wildlife observation to help you relax, and enjoy everything the outdoors has to offer.
Location
14140 Garrett Rd
Houston, TX 77044
(281) 456-2800
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