Sam Houston Jones State Park

Originally named for the Texas folk hero who traveled throughout western Louisiana, Sam Houston Jones State Park was given its current name in honor of the state's 46th governor, who was instrumental in setting aside this tract of land for the public to enjoy. 

Those efforts resulted in gorgeous tree-filled lagoons and mixed pine-and-hardwood forests. Due to the area’s many waterways, water sports are a natural highlight of the park. Two boat launches are conveniently located on the West Fork of the Calcasieu River, providing access to the nearby Gulf of Mexico. Rental boats from facilities like Bayou Adventure are available for those who simply wish to take in the serene beauty of the park's ponds.

Bird watching is always excellent, but at certain times of the year, nearly 200 species of birds can be seen at the site. Three hiking trails wind through the park, too. The old stagecoach road, which hikers may travel to explore the park and the banks of the various tributaries to the Calcasieu River, is particularly interesting. 

For more information, visit the Sam Houston Jones State Park website.

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Contact Info:
Sam Houston Jones State Park
Address: 107 Sutherland Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70611
Telephone: (337) 855-2665 
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