Mission Tejas State Park, State park in Houston County, Texas
Mission Tejas State Park is a 660-acre (270-hectare) park with natural springs, tall pine forests, and over 8 miles (13 kilometers) of hiking trails through eastern Texas woodland. The grounds include restored historic structures and multiple picnic and camping areas.
An early Spanish mission post was founded nearby around 1690 and served the Nabedache people before being abandoned after a few years. Later, the location became an important point along the major trade route connecting Mexico with northern Texas.
The site features early settler structures that visitors can enter and explore today. These buildings offer a direct sense of how people lived in this part of Texas.
The park offers over 17 camping sites with electricity and water, plus group areas near San Pedro Creek. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear on the trails and be prepared for seasonal weather shifts and insects, especially during warmer months.
A preserved segment of the historic overland route El Camino Real de los Tejas can be walked as part of the park visit. This trail connected Mexico City with Texas and was used by travelers for many generations.
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