Region: Gulf Coast
Founded in 1892 by Simon West, the town was named for a privately owned area
park for deer. The railroad station was started in 1892, and a post office was
established in 1893. Population of 100 in 1940 grew—largely by the establishment
of industry along Houston Ship Channel—to 736 in 1950 and 12,773 in 1970.
Battleground at Deer Park Golf Course offers a challenging 18-hole
championship course, driving range and three practice holes. Each hole along the
course is named for a portion of Texas history, drawing on Deer Park's title as
"The Birthplace of Texas." A historic bridge purchased from the Texas Department
of Transportation links the clubhouse with the course.