Birds are probably the main category of wildlife that is of most interest to visitors of Lake Sam Rayburn. Songbirds can be found, depending on the season, in abundance at any of the parks. Waterfowl are best observed in fall and winter from the many bridges that cross the lake (SH 147
, TX BirdwatchingSam Rayburn Reservoir, at over 114,000 surface acres, represents one of the healthiest fisheries in the State of Texas and one of the most popular fishing destinations in the country. The two main purposes for the existence of Sam Rayburn (flood control and hydropower generation)
, TX FishingSam Rayburn has thirteen developed recreation areas that are operated and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, including : nine campgrounds, (primitive to highly developed), with more than 500
, TX CampingA chief archaeological site in Texas. Park includes two ceremonial and one burial mound, visitor center with exhibits, interp...
Three galleries featuring exhibits and a growing permanent collection of 19th- and 20th-century art and photography. Gift sho...
Live shows every Sat. at 2 p.m. 7:30 p.m., featuring country/western, gospel, and comedy themes....
Texas' largest azalea garden features more than 6,500 azaleas spread over eight forested acres. The garden is located south o...
Houses many of famed industralist's patents and business artifacts; some of his early earth-moving equipment on display. On L...