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Attractions in Southeast Texas 

The Beaches of Bolivar

Splish splash to the most fun you have ever had... enjoy the sun, surf, the hospitality.... leave your cares behind....

Miles and miles of beaches. Explore the old fort, golf, water slides. It will keep you and your family entertained for days. Renting cabins at the beach is a popular vacation for Southeast Texas.


Alabama Coushatta Indian Reservation
Tours, Indian Chief Train Ride, Tribal Dances, Gift Shop, Restaurant, camping, fishing. Just east of Woodville on U.S. 190.
1-800-444-3507  On Highway 190 between Woodville and Livingston.

Virtual Swamp Tour
Tour the breathtaking vistas of the Sabine River wetlands from your computer before you experience in live.... Take an exciting wind in your face airboat tour of  the Sabine River Wetlands. This easy to get to attraction is in Orange, just as you enter the great state of Texas.

The Great Texas Birding Trail
Birders from all over the world come for the excitement. Because Southeast Texas is the fly route to Mexico more than 500 species are found...

Southeast Texas Legends
Tracy Byrd, Janis Joplin....

Mardi Gras

Come on take me to the Mardi Gras...

Port Arthur's Mardi Gras is more family-friendly, more spirited, more convenient, but still full of that joie de vive that the carnival is noted for. Be sure to check out the line up of bands and parades for this spring time fling.


Lakes, Lakes, Lakes
Visit our Lakes page with over a dozen you can find anything to excite your from the massive Lake Rayburn and Toledo Bend Reservoir to the more intimate Lake Tombigbee or tranquil Lake  Steinhagen to the saltwater fishing action in Lake Sabine or Trinity Bay

Liberty Opry
Good Singin', Good Pickin', Good Clean Family Fun! Group rates available for large parties. Saturdays only. Shows are at 7 pm. Country shows. All-Gospel Shows. 50's shows.
Toll Free 877-729-9103
Liberty Opry House, 1816 Sam Houston Ave.
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Houston Raceway Park  on Highway 565 in Baytown 

Every weekend the roar and smoke of dragsters fills the air. Also includes an oval track where racing feats thrill the crowds. This world-class venue features local and national competitions.

Pleasure Island 
A 3,500-acre island with picnic areas, playgrounds,  10 public fishing piers, boat ramps and a  music park.  The most recent addition is a fishing pier and campground at the southern end of the island.  A great place for planning a family outing.  While on the island expect to see ocean-going vessels glide up and down the waterway.

Heritage Village
Heritage Village Heritage Village is a living museum of pioneer history, with a main street that is right out of the mid 1800's to early 1900's.

Walk through an old-time blacksmith shop. Check out a railroad depot. Visit a livery stable or any one of the community's log cabins. Or just stroll through the East Texas forest. See demonstrations of the old ways from people who have either studied the art or lived it.

Piney Woods Country Winery
The winery was bonded in 1985 and opened to he public in 1987. The winery has grown steadily and is known and respected throughout the state for its fine quality wines, and has entertained visitors from every state and 14 foreign countries. The location in the Texas Piney Woods country and the historical use of available fruits for what is known as "country wines" gave the winery its name. Pine Woods offers seven Muscadine wines and specializes in fruit wines including Blueberry, Strawberry, Plum, Pear, Peach and Orange wine. The owners welcome you for tasting, tours and sales year round. There is a small charge for guided winery tours and are by appointment only.

Open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. and Sunday from 12:30 to 4 p.m. 409-883-5408. Off I-10 in Orange. Traveling EAST take exit 876, turn back west at the bayou and take the first right to the winery. You will see the sign. Traveling WEST take Exit 875 and turn right at the Winery sign.


Gladys City Museum -- commemorates the start of oil in Southeast Texas with the big 1901 gusher. Several period buildings. Replica of the famous rig. Gift Shop.

Since its dedication in 1976, over one-half million people have visited Gladys City. The museum provides many services to the public, including school tours, adult group tours, teachers' workshops, and historical information for researchers, journalists, and the general public. Gladys City serves as a historical clearinghouse by maintaining files of business papers, maps, pertinent news items, and photos relating to the history of the Spindletop oil field and Southeast Texas. For information on Group Tour Rates, please call (409) 835-0823.

The museum is open for self-guided tours Tuesday - Sunday, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (closed major holidays). Group tours may be arranged in advance by calling (409) 835-0823. Admission.

Adventure Tours 2000+
Boating adventures out of Blue Elbow Swamp in Orange.  Wilderness areas of the Sabine River Basin allow unlimited possibilities.  Incredible scenery combined with the magical beauty of wild creatures and birds. "V" bottom aluminum outboards with high sides, comfortable tops (for rain, cold or extreme heat).  The larger boat can handle safari birthday parties, class trips, reunions, company parties and bus tours.

Unique guide for exotic  birds,  possibles  include eagles and pink spoonbills.  Gators are a common site. The outboard will use an electric motor to get you up close to nature.813 Lutcher Drive In Orange, off exit 878.  409-988-9342   email: tours@adventures2000plus.com

 


Nature In Tyler County
A joint effort of Tyler, Newton and Jasper counties, this web site highlights the natural wonders of the Pineywoods area of Southeast Texas.

Sam Houston Regional Library & Research Center
M In its museum capacity, the Center features exhibits on a variety of Southeast Texas topics. Special collections include the papers of Governor Price Daniel; the Julia Duncan Welder Collection of private letters and artifacts; and the Jean Houston Baldwin Collection of Sam Houston images, the largest known collection of photographs and illustrations of the Texas hero.

The Ferry Boat Ride

This free ferry ride is a must for families. The sea gulls chase the boat hoping for a tossed piece of bread. The huge ships slide in from the ocean. The sea breeze makes even a torid day seem a little cooler. The ferry crosses to Galveston. and back again ....

Vacation Rentals

To really appreciate the Bolivar Peninsula and get back in touch with your comtemplative side, you have to spend a few days there. Thankfully there are plenty of vacation rentals. Pick your spot and date. Then get back in touch with that inner child....

Sea Rim State Park Marsh Airboat Tours
Sea Rim's marshes support a variety of animal and plant life, including fish, mammals, birds and reptiles, most notably the American Alligator. Sea Rim's Marsh Airboat Tours provide visitors an approximately 45-minute guided tour into the marsh interior to view this unique environment. Spring is an excellent time to view several hundred species of migratory birds that pass through this area.

Airboat can accomodate 4 adults per tour or 2 adults and 3 children; 5 passengers maximum.
Adults (12-up): $14.00 per person.
Children (6-11): $9.00 per person.
Tours on the hour, 9 through 2 p.m.
(Closed for lunch 12-1 p.m.)
March-April Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
Reservations required, call Park Office at (409) 971-2559 for reservations or information.