Angelina National Forest
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General Information
Located in the heart of east Texas, the 153,179-acre Angelina National Forest is located in Angelina, Nacogdoches, San Augustine and Jasper counties.
The forest lies in the Neches River Basin and on the north and south shores of Sam Rayburn Reservoir, a 114,500-acre lake on the Angelina River formed by the construction of Sam Rayburn Dam in the early 1960's.
Passes & Permits
The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas (NFGT) offer endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, from hiking and camping to fishing and wildlife viewing. Whether you're exploring the trails on the Caddo/Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands, the Multi-Use Trail on the Sam Houston National Forest or enjoying the waters of Lake Sam Rayburn, there's something for everyone.
Before you visit, be sure to explore the various passes available to our visitors, including day-use and annual and lifetime senior passes, to make the most of your outdoor experience.
Plan your adventure today and reconnect with nature in the NFGT!
For more pass information, visit the USGS Pass Information page.
Recreation Sites
Bayou Boat Ramp
Bouton Lake
Boykin Springs
Caney Creek
Sawmill Hiking Trail