Deb & Brian North · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Rayburn Park lies on the north shore of Sam Rayburn Reservoir, a popular family destination with boating and fishing and access to hunting less than a mile away. Sam Rayburn Reservoir and the surrounding Angelina National Forest provide a wintering habitat for the bald eagle. During the winter months, forest visitors may see the bald eagle soaring over the lake, perched on a flooded snag or in a tall pine along the shoreline. Recreation Sam Rayburn Reservoir is well-known for its largemouth bass, with numerous tournaments hosted here each year. Among the most impressive catches ever recorded is a 74-pound Flathead catfish. The lake is also popular for jet skiing, water skiing, swimming and birding. It's used as a feeding and resting grounds for migratory birds on their path to the Gulf Coast. A resident population of wood ducks remains in the forest year-round. Facilities Rayburn park is open year-round and features 16 campsites with water and 50 amp electric hookups. The park also offers 9 non-electric sites, one of which is a group site. Two boat ramps, a swim beach, and a playground are also available within the campground. Natural Features At 114,000 surface acres, Sam Rayburn is the largest man-made lake that is completely within the boundaries of Texas. The reservoir is fed by the Angelina River, a major tributary of the Neches River. The piney woods region boasts native flora like orchids, insect-eating plants and scores of animal species. Nearby Attractions From the eastern edge of the lake, hikers can embark on a 28-mile trail that heads east to the Toledo Bend Reservoir.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 4.9 mi
fuel station
Valero
- 15 mi
grocery
Walmart Supercenter
- 14 mi
attraction
Jasper County Historical Museum
- 3.7 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Contact & access
- 7696 RR 255 WEST · JASPER, TX 75951-9598
- 409-384-5716
Reservations & demand
October weekends are typically reserved about 24 days ahead.
Based on 42 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/11/2026
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