Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway - Somerville, Texas

Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway

Located between Houston and Austin, Texas, Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway is a stunning state park that offers a diverse range of outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. With two main units, Birch Creek and Nails Creek, and a connecting 13-mile trailway, this park is perfect for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, boating, paddling, and swimming in the expansive Lake Somerville.

With over 40 miles of trails and abundant wildlife, including over 200 bird species, the park is a haven for outdoor recreation. The park's facilities include wheelchair-accessible car parks and entrances, making it an inclusive destination for all visitors. Visitors can also take advantage of on-site services, barbecue grills, picnic tables, and public toilets.

Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway is a particularly kid-friendly destination, offering good facilities for children and a range of kid-friendly hikes. Dogs are also welcome, making it a great option for pet owners looking for an outdoor adventure.

The park has received excellent reviews from visitors, with an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Google My Business. With its diverse range of activities, stunning natural beauty, and excellent facilities, Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway is an outstanding destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Specialties

• State park
• Campsite
• Tourist attraction

Other Points of Interest

• On-site services
• Wheelchair-accessible car park
• Wheelchair-accessible entrance
• Hiking
• Barbecue grill
• Picnic tables
• Public toilet
• Good for kids
• Kid-friendly hikes
• Dogs allowed

Location and Contact Information

Address: 14222 Park Rd 57, Somerville, TX 77879, United States

Phone: 9795357763

Website: tpwd.texas.gov

👍 Reviews of Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway

Mr.S T. Q.

5/5

Lake Somerville State Park, located between Houston and Austin, Texas, offers a diverse range of outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. The park features two main units—Birch Creek and Nails Creek—connected by the 13-mile Lake Somerville Trailway, ideal for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, paddling, and swimming in the expansive Lake Somerville. With over 40 miles of trails and abundant wildlife, including over 200 bird species, the park is a haven for outdoor recreation.

Änna O.

5/5

This state park is in my top three. It's clean and well kept. The sites are nice and big and accommodating for all types of camping. They are paved and pretty level. They are raised a bit, so there's a step down/up or sloped at the end. There are plenty of sites to choose from and extra parking available. Bring your toys, boats, bikes, jet skis, fishing poles, and the kids and dogs. Nice atmosphere. Clean restroom/shower combos. Fire pits and picnic tables. The lake is huge and beautiful. A very peaceful and serene view. The trees are bare at this time we're here, but when they're leafed out, there's plenty of nice shade, I'm sure. We'll be back, no doubt!

Gabe L.

5/5

We decided to do a last-minute camping trip, and Lake Somerville was one of the few places that had campsites available. We'd never been there, and it was relatively close. I'm so glad we got to experience Lake Somerville! It's such a beautiful place with a beautiful lake and great hiking trails! The bathrooms were very clean, and the park was well kept overall. They also have some bald eagles that live nearby, so you may even be lucky enough to spot one! This park is so nice and I look forward to returning for another camping trip.

Andrew Q.

5/5

We stayed here for a Cub Scout campout weekend. We had a guided bug tour and really enjoyed it. The campsites are a little bit smaller compared to some other state parks, but the close proximity to Houston is great.

Christi M.

5/5

First time here and it has been an amazing experience! 3hr drive from Arlington. It’s absolutely beautiful and peaceful. The staff are wonderful. We are in Yaupon loop site 13. We have a 20ft tent and it snuggled nicely under the tree. Just a short walk down to the gorgeous lake and sandy shore! Great time walking and biking on trails.

Suzie Y. S.

5/5

What a great park and really nice camping grounds. Tons of hiking trails. Great security at night felt safe.

Melanie R.

5/5

There are lots of places for trailer hookups, trails and boat ramp. It is very peaceful and there are some trailer hookups close to the lake. It cost $5 per person to enter.

Justin M.

5/5

This is a great place to see a ton of wildlife between the lake trails and paddling on Yegua creek (otters, alligator, snakes and more). Some decent stargazing at night too! I'll be coming back with the fam so the kids can play in the sand.