San Augustine

SAN AUGUSTINE

Part of Sam Rayburn Reservoir

Overview

San Augustine Park is set along the Ayish Bayou tributary on the shores of Sam Rayburn Reservoir.

In spring, take advantage of excellent birding opportunities as neotropical birds like warblers and vireos pass through the lake en route to the Gulf of Mexico.

Facilities

San Augustine features 100 sites with electric and water hook-ups. Among the many amenities are a group shelter, designated swim beach (open Apr-Sep), volleyball, boat ramp and an interpretive trail.

Natural Features

With more than 114,000 surface acres, Sam Rayburn is the largest man-made lake that is completely within the boundaries of the state of Texas. The reservoir is fed by the Angelina River, a major tributary of the Neches River.

The piney woods region boasts native flora like orchids, insect-eating plants and scores of animal species.

Recreation

The lake is a highly popular destination for boating and fishing. Game fish include largemouth bass, bluegill and channel catfish, but it is the abundance of bass, which inspires more than 500 annual tournaments.

Nearby Attractions

From the eastern edge of the lake, hikers can embark on a 28-mile trail that heads east to the Toledo Bend Reservoir.

Important Notices

  • Camping is permitted at designated campsites only.
  • Camping fees are charged on a per site basis.
  • All park users (including campers) must register with the attendant prior to occupying a site.
  • No golf carts or ATVs/UTVs allowed.
  • Use of developed sites for any reason (including picnicking) will require a camping fee.
  • The number of persons allowed per site is limited to ten (10).
  • Occupancy at each campsite is limited to two tents, or one tent and one trailer (including pop-up trailers, self-contained RVs and truck-mounted campers).
  • The number of vehicles per site shall be limited to two (2) per site. This does not include the camping unit. An extra vehicle tag may be purchased. America the Beautiful and Golden Age Passes do not allow entry into the park to visit a camp site.
  • Fires must be confined to fire rings.
  • All waste water, including gray water, must be properly disposed of at the park dump stations.
  • Quiet hours shall be observed between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. and check-out time is 2:00 p.m.
  • All pets must be on a leash under six feet in length.
  • Generators shall not be operated between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
  • Fireworks are prohibited.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Available Activities

  • SWIMMING SITE - Swimming
  • HUNTING - Hunting
  • FISHING - Fishing
  • CAMPING - Camping
  • BOATING - Boating

Directions

From Pineland, TX, take FM 83 west 6 miles, then south on FM 1751 for 4 miles to the park entrance.

Contact Information

Phone: 409-384-5716

7696 RR 255 WEST
JASPER, TX 75951-9598

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