Considered the crown jewel of Texas state parks, this park's 4,897 acres of
Gulf Coastal Plain includes Brazos River bottomlands, live-oak woodlands, oxbow
lakes and marsh. Abundant park wildlife includes white-tailed deer, coyote,
bobcat, gray fox, migratory waterfowl, more than 277 species of resident and
migratory birds including roseate spoonbill, wood stork, American bittern,
yellow-crowned night-heron and, on occasion, the bald eagle, as well as a large
population of American alligators. Park amenities include a Nature Center,
Environmental Education Center, amphitheater, 20 miles of hike and bike trails,
Creekfield Lake Nature Trail featuring special signage for the visually
impaired, wildlife observation platforms, tent and RV camping facilities, picnic
sites, fishing piers and screened shelters. Outdoor programs and workshops are
regularly available. Leashed pets permitted. Admission charge. South of
Rosenberg at 21901 F.M. 762. 979/553-5101, 800/792-1112. www.brazosbend.org.
City: Rosenberg
Region: Gulf Coast
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