Stephen F. Austin chose this area as home base for es­tab­lishing Anglo-American colonies in Texas. Learn more of his story and enjoy a time-out in nature on the banks of the Brazos River. We’re just 50 minutes west of the outskirts of Houston.

Explore our trails, bring a picnic, look for a geocache or wild­life, or set up camp. Learn about Texas’ early col­o­nists at nearby state historic sites. Plan your next reunion at our dining hall or group camp.

Five miles of hiking and biking trails wander along the river bank under tall hardwood trees and through the up­land swamp. Learn about the plants in the park along the .12-mile Nature Trail. Find out more on our Trails Information page. Note: We close trails when they are muddy. Contact the park to check on conditions before you visit.

Choose from full hookup or tent sites. We also have a group camp with water. If you prefer a roof over your head, reserve a screened shelter or our cabin.

Visit San Felipe de Austin State His­toric Site nearby. Walk around the townsite, head­quarters for Stephen F. Austin’s original colony. Visit the museum, which tells stories of the early settlers in Texas.