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SAN JACINTO STATE PARK
SAN JACINTO STATE PARK
3523 Battleground Road
LaPorte, Texas   77571

Phone: 281-479-2431
The San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site holds a significant responsibility to preserve the proud history of the State of Texas and the United States. The famous Battle of San Jacinto that brought TEXAS its independence was fought on this site. Because of the great importance of the Battle to the course of history, the Battleground is of state, national and international significance, a fact that is attested to by the site's National Historic Landmark status.

The primary purpose of the 1,200-acre site is to commemorate the Battle and to preserve the Battleground on which Texian troops under General Sam Houston achieved the independence of Texas by defeating a Mexican Army led by General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna on April 21, 1836.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site consists of the Battleground, Monument and Battleship TEXAS. It is located within minutes of downtown Houston and a short distance to the beaches of Galveston Island. Millions of visitors come to this area each year to enjoy the mild coastal climate and cultural and sports activities. Students and visitors alike are most fortunate to be able to experience history first hand through living history at the San Jacinto Battleground and Battleship TEXAS State Historic Sites.
Fishing
You can enjoy fishing in the park's lake and river, with species like catfish, bass, crappie available.

Fishing gear rental is also offered.

A valid Texas Fishing License is required for anyone over 17 years old.

Catch-and-release practices are encouraged to maintain fish populations.


Location
San Jacinto State Park is located near Baytown, Channelview and Crosby

Picnicking
1. San Jacinto State Park offers numerous picnic spots with tables and grills.
2. Enjoy picnicking by the Monument or Battleship Texas area.
3. Picnic facilities are available near playgrounds for family outings.
4. Shaded areas provide a cool spot for summer picnics.
5. Some sites offer stunning views of Houston Ship Channel while you dine al fresco.

Birding
Birding enthusiasts can spot species like the Reddish Egret, White-tailed Hawk and Roseate Spoonbill. The park is home to various waterfowl including ducks, geese and swans. Raptors such as hawks, eagles and falcons are also common sightings here. Songbirds frequent this area during migration seasons in spring or fall.

The marshy areas attract wading birds like herons, egrets and ibises while shorelines host sandpipers & plovers.

Woodlands provide habitat for woodpeckers & owls; grassland attracts sparrows & meadowlarks.

Visitors may see pelicans near coastal waters along with gulls & terns.

Guided bird walks are offered regularly by experienced guides providing insights into local avian life.


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