Sam Houston Jones State Park

About Sam Houston Jones State Park

Originally named after Sam Houston Jones, a Texas folk hero who traveled extensively through western Louisiana, it was named after the 37th governor of the state who played a key role in keeping this piece of land open to the public. The fauna is rich and the managers of this 1087 hectare park are working to preserve the land in its natural state. This unique natural environment is characterized by a large tree - a filled lagoon and a series of waterfalls, as well as a variety of other natural features.

Birds have always been outstanding, and according to the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources, nearly 200 bird species have been observed in the park over the years, with more than 1,000 birds a year. The park is located in a beautiful area with a variety of bird watching areas, such as a large lagoon and a number of waterfalls, as well as several bird watching trails.

The numerous waterways in the area make water sports a natural highlight of the park, and two boat moorings are located along the coast, providing easy access to the Gulf of Mexico, which is just a few kilometers away.

It is not necessary to fish to enjoy the peaceful beauty of the ponds in the park, and those who just want to enjoy the water can rent a boat. Three hiking trails that wind through the beautiful park make strolling and serious hiking a pleasure. The old stagecoach road is particularly interesting, where hikers can explore the old town of Sam Houston Jones and its history.

Parking spaces are closed on Saturdays and Sundays from 6 am to 6 pm and on Mondays and Fridays from 5 pm to midnight.

The fauna is rich, as the managers of the 1087 hectares park work to preserve the land in its natural state. A herd of deer, kept in a special area of the park, can be observed while ducks and geese normally swim in ponds. Quiet visitors can catch a glimpse of birds, birds of prey, ducks and even a few butterflies and other birds.

If you want to stay overnight, the park offers cabins for $1,000 per night (click here for cabin layout).

Each cabin has a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom and a full-size bed, as well as a shower, bath and bathroom.

Bed linen is also provided and each cabin has central air conditioning and heating, and access to a shower and bathroom.

The two campsites near the lagoon have improved water and electricity connections and each has access to a shower and bathroom, as well as picnic table and picnic chairs. The two campers at the lagoons have better water and electricity connections, and both have improvements to their picnic tables.

The numerous waterways in the area make water sports a natural highlight of the park, and there are no landfill toilets or showers nearby.

Fishing along the banks of rivers and lagoons is a worthwhile way to spend a morning or afternoon in the park, and fishermen often catch good perch, bream and perch. Sam Houston Jones State Park is home to many birds and animals, and two boat moorings are located along the river, providing easy access to the Gulf of Mexico, which is just a few miles away.

It is not necessary to fish to enjoy the quiet beauty of the river, but for those who just want to enjoy the water, rental boats are available. Next to the jetty, it is a sleeping place for visitors who bring their own boats and canoes.

The old stagecoach road is particularly interesting, where hikers can explore the history of Sam Houston Jones State Park and its surroundings. Conservationists from the nature park are on site and offer exciting nature programs and hikes to make the facilities accessible to all visitors. Three hiking trails that wind through the beautiful park make strolling and serious hiking a pleasure.

The old stagecoach road is particularly interesting, where hikers can explore the history of Sam Houston Jones State Park and its surroundings, as well as its history as a tourist attraction.

The 125,000 hectare nature reserve preserves a large coastal swamp and the boat mooring offers a route to some of the best fishing operations in the country. You can fish, catch crabs and shells or just walk along the beach and watch the birds in the largest bird sanctuary in the south. Along the way, you can observe a variety of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds and other wildlife, as well as fish and fish.

The visitor center displays dioramas and exhibits in the form of a museum with exhibits on the history of Sam Houston Jones State Park and its history.

The Sam Houston Jones State Park Wildlife Management Area is open to the public and provides refuge for many bird species, reptiles, amphibians, birds of prey and mammals. The area provides an excellent habitat for wintering ducks and geese as well as other wildlife. Wild animal rides include a game drive through the park with a variety of wildlife such as deer, elk, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, owls, ducks and more.

Fishing and hunting are permitted in the Sam Houston Jones State Park Wildlife Management Area and the area is an excellent birdwatching spot as it is home to many bird species.

Take LA 378 on the 10 to go east to east, turn west on LA378 and take LA 171 to the left to the north and turn right to turn left on the north to the south and then right on the south to the west. You drive on LA 37 to the north and LA 382 to the south and on LA 377 on both sides of the road.