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Agency Name:
Lake Somerville State Park
Description:
Texas Parks and Wildlife's Lake Somerville State Park is made up of four units. Birch Creek Unit is on the north side of the lake, while Nails Creek Unit is on the southwest side. The 13-mile Lake Somerville Trailway connects the two units. Somerville Public Hunting Land is nearby, also on the lake.

Birch Creek and Nails Creek offer access to the lake for fishing, boating, paddling and swimming. On land at either unit, you can camp, picnic, hike, ride mountain bikes or horses (provide your own), play horseshoes or volleyball, geocache, and go birding. Explore miles of multiuse trails.
Mission Statement:
To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
Issues Addressed by Agency:
  • Civic / Community
  • Education / Literacy
  • Environment (incl. Wildlife)
  • Sports / Recreation
Parking Available at Agency:
Y
Accessible to People with Disabilities:
Y
Hours of Operation:
Open 24 Hours

Agency-Wide Contact Information

Address 1:
14222 Park 57
City:
Somerville
State:
Texas
Zip Code:
77879
Phone Number:
979-535-7763
Web Address:
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-somerville
E-mail Address:
Stephen.weaver@tpwd.texas.gov

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