Brazos Bend State Park
2109 FM 762
Needville, TX 77461
Website Link: Brazos Bend State Park
Campground Map: Park Map
Trails Map: Trails Map
Types of Sites: 73 Electric, 15 Primitive (Hike In), 3 Group Camp, 10 Safari Tent
Favorite Sites:
Elevation: 104 Ft
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History & Interesting Facts
Brazos Bend State Park was once a hunting ranch, but was purchased by the State of Texas in 1977 and opened in 1984. It is only 28 miles south of Houston and is 5000 acres. 3.2 miles of the park's boundary runs along the Brazos River. Around 1845, the land was most likely used as a steamboat landing as the Brazos River was one of the main routes of commerce.
Things to Do...
This park is known as a nature lover's paradise. In fact, the George Observatory is located here and is a part of the Houston Museum of Natural Science.
- Fishing
- 3 lakes for fishing
- fish from shore or fishing piers
- no fishing license needed inside state parks
- Stay Overnight
- campsites, shelters, group sites
- ready to use sites, with safari tent, queen bed, other amenities by Tentrr
- Horseback Riding
- 13 miles of multiuse trails.
- bring your own horse
- weather conditions may cause trail closures.
- Hike & Bike Trails
- 37 miles of trails
- Creekfield Lake Nature Trail – 0.5 miles (fully paved)
- watch for alligators
- George Observatory
- part of Houston Museum of Natural Science
- open Saturday nights
- purchase tickets online only
Campground Facilities
01.
Restrooms & Showers
The restrooms are all very clean and well stocked. And there is one composting toilet (outhouse) located on Elm Lake.
- 1 at HQ
- 1 at 40 Acre Lake
- 2 at Elm Lake (1 regular, 1 composting)
- 1 at the nature center
- 2 at the Burr Oak and Red Buckeye Campgrounds (both with Showers)
- 1 at the entrance to the Red Buckeye trail
02.
Dumpstations
There is only 1 dump station available at this park.
03.
Fishing Piers
There are 2 fishing piers available. One is located at 40 Acre Lake and the other is at Hale Lake. There is plenty of bank fishing at Elm Lake as well.
04.
Outdoor Ampitheater
The amphitheater can be reserved for $20 per day and has lots of seating. There is electricity available as well for screen projectors or audio equipment. A screen and a stage are also located at the front of the ampitheater.
05.
Nature Center & Wildlife Viewing
The nature center is open Monday through Friday 11am - 3pm and Saturday through Sunday 9am - 5pm. There are also several wildlife viewing areas (some with observation towers) located throughout the park.
06.
Playgrounds
There are 3 playgrounds at Brazos Bend State Park. One playground is located right passed the headquarters at 40 Acre Lake. Another one is on the east side of the park near the Brazos River. And the third playground is located near the entrance to the camping loops.
07.
Group Hall with Kitchen
Cost is $150 per day and a $50 cleaning deposit is required at check-in. It has a scenic outdoor fire pit and restrooms located inside.
- Equipment Provided
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Commercial freezer
- Sink
- Tables and Chairs
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Bathrooms
- Water
- Electricity
- Inside Lights
- Large Fire Pit
- Outdoor BBQ pit
Campsite Description
Available at the campsites…
- lantern pole
- fire ring with adjustable grill grate
- Stand up Grill
- picnic table (most are on concrete pad)
- tent pad
- water
- electric hookups (30 amps and 50 amps)
Tentrr Sites:
- Ready to Use
- Toilet
- Safari Tent on Platform
- Queen Bed
- Sun Shower
- 2 Adirondack Chairs
The campsites in this park are spacious and most have plenty of shade. All of the campsites are back-ins. The RV sites have either 50 amp electric hookups (Burr Oak) or 30 amp (Red Buckeye campground).
Primitive HIke-In Sites:
- 35 to 150 yard walk-in
- Picnic Table & Fire Ring
- Water available nearby
- Large Central Fire Ring
- Restrooms with showers Nearby
Nearby Attractions...
- San Jacinto Monument
- located in nearby La Porte, TX (60 miles away)
- The City of Houston
- 4 largest city in the United States
- Galveston Island
- 66 miles
Wildlife & Nature...
Brazos Bend State Park has both wetlands and forests among it's 5000 acres. The wetlands include swamps, marshes, lakes, and small ponds that form during the rainy season.
Wildlife to look for:
- Alligators
- Water Fowl
- River Otters
- Bobcats
- Foxes
Plants to discover:
- Live Oaks
- Prairie Grass
Things to Note...
- The park closes on certain dates in October, November and December for permitted hunters. Keep this in mind when scheduling your trip and check the website for those dates each year.
