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 Sam Houston National Forest Posted by:  ggmorton
N 30° 31.804 W 095° 32.181
15R E 256646 N 3380261
A national forest located 50 miles north of Houston, TX.
Waymark Code: WM4EMX
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 08/13/2008
Views: 15
The Sam Houston National Forest, one of four National Forests in Texas, is located 50 miles north of Houston. The forest contains 163, 037 acres between Huntsville, Conroe, Cleveland and Richards, Texas. With land in Montgomery, Walker, and San Jacinto counties, the Sam Houston National Forest is intermingled with privately owned timber lands and small farms. Description excerpted from and for more information see : ( visit link) ( visit link) ( visit link)
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 163037 acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
There are several trails which vary in difficulty from easy to hard. Some are looping and can be done in one day where others can go on for miles and will require multiple days.
What points of interest are there?:
Several lakes, camping areas, and hiking trails can be found throughout the national forest.
What activities are available?:
Hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, boating
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
This area is a refuge for wild animals, including dangerous animals like bears, alligators and venomous snakes.
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: No
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
Hours of accessibility?: Not listed
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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