SAN AUGUSTINE

<h2>Overview</h2> San Augustine Park is set along the Ayish Bayou tributary on the shores of Sam Rayburn Reservoir. <br/><br/> In spring, take advantage of excellent birding opportunities as neotropical birds like warblers and vireos pass through the lake en route to the Gulf of Mexico.<h2>Recreation</h2> The lake is a highly popular destination for boating and fishing. Game fish include largemouth bass, bluegill and channel catfish, but it is the abundance of bass, which inspires more than 500 annual tournaments.<h2>Facilities</h2> <p>San Augustine features 100 sites with electric and water hook-ups. Among the many amenities are a group shelter, designated swim beach (open Apr-Sep), volleyball, boat ramp and an interpretive trail.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2> With more than 114,000 surface acres, Sam Rayburn is the largest man-made lake that is completely within the boundaries of the state of Texas. The reservoir is fed by the Angelina River, a major tributary of the Neches River. <br/><br/> The piney woods region boasts native flora like orchids, insect-eating plants and scores of animal species. <h2>Nearby Attractions</h2> From the eastern edge of the lake, hikers can embark on a 28-mile trail that heads east to the Toledo Bend Reservoir.