Sam Rayburn Reservoir
Us Army Corps of Engineers, Texas.
A 114,000-acre lake in the Big Thicket country of Texas, with native flora including orchids, insect-eating plants and scores of animal species. At 114,000+ acres, Sam Rayburn is the largest man-made lake located totally within the boundaries of the state of Texas. The lake is located deep in the Piney Woods of Southeast Texas, nestled within the Angelina and Sabine National Forest. Sam Rayburn Reservoir is nationally renowned for its large mouth bass fishery, hosting numerous tournaments each year. Recreation opportunities include camping, fishing, swimming, boating, and hunting as well as concessions offered by marinas.
Camping and Day Use
Activities and Experiences
- Ebenezer Day Use Pass
- Hanks Creek Day Use Pass
- Mill Creek (TX) Day Use Pass
- Rayburn Boat Ramp
- San Augustine Day Use Pass
- Twin Dikes Boat Ramp
Nearby Activities
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
- Other Recreation Concession Site
- Picnicking
- Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
- Water Sports
- Wildlife Viewing
Directions
From Jasper, 15 miles northwest on TX 63, then east on TX 255.
Additional Information
- Powell
- Jackson Hill
- Sam Rayburn Reservoir Photo Album
- Sam Rayburn Reservoir Website
- Sam Rayburn Reservoir Map
- Our Lands & Waters Foundation
- Shirley Creek
- Sam Rayburn Marina Resort
