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Lake Houston State Park

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Covering almost 5000 acres, Lake Houston State Park is in New Caney, thirty miles north of Houston. The park was purchased from Champion Paper in 1981 and opened for day use in 1992. Overnight use began in 1995. The park is situated at the confluence of Caney Creek and the East Fork of the San Jacinto River. Activities include walk-in campsites and a shower building. There is a 12-mile hike/bike trail and 8 miles of equestrian trails where a maximum of 20 riders per day are allowed.

Location: 22031 Baptist Encampment Road, New Caney Texas 77357 Telephone 281-354-6861

Other Texas State Parks nearby:
(Anderson) Fanthorp Inn State Historical Park
(New Caney) Lake Houston State Park
(Houston) Sheldon Lake State Park
(San Felipe) Stephen F Austin State Historical Park
(Lumberton) Village Creek State Park

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