Located just south of Huntsville, Texas is the beautiful Huntsville State Park. The park, which encompasses more than 2000 acres, opened to the public in 1938. The state park offers visitors many wonderful sights and activities. The park offers something for just about everyone who loves the outdoors.
The park sits amid the beautiful pinewoods in the Sam Houston National Forest. Visitors can discover tons of wonderful things to do at the park from camping and picnicking to bird watching and boating. You can hike or bike, or even ride on horseback along many of the trails.
Keep a sharp eye out for wildlife while walking or riding through the park. The animal life is abundant, and you never know just what you might see. Some of the common animals found in the Huntsville State Park are white-tailed deer, coyotes, and even the occasional alligator at the lake.
At Raven Lake, visitors will be able to go fishing for a variety of fish, including crappie, bass, catfish, and perch. It is an angler's paradise. Those who have a boat will certainly want to bring it so they can get out to some of the "sweet spots" where the fish like to go. Rentals of paddleboats and canoes are also available.
Many visitors also choose to tour the nearby town of Huntsville and see all of the different and wonderful sites it has to offer. Some of the most popular places to visit in Huntsville are the Steamboat House, the Prison Museum, and the Sam Houston Museum. Visitors will also enjoy all of the wonderful food they will be able to find in town!
The park is open seven days a week, all year long. The only time that the park closes is during Public Hunts. Before heading out to the park, visitors may wish to contact the park administrators to find out if there are hunts or other activities taking place.
The entrance fee to the Huntsville State Park is $4 for those 13 years old and over. Those under 13 are free.
Everyone who comes to Huntsville State Park will find something to love. The land is beautiful, the lake water is clean, and there is plenty to do. Anyone looking for a great place to spend a few days camping and fishing, or just relaxing for the day, should take some time to visit the park.
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