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Lake Conroe is edged by Sam Houston National Forest
Joe Roughneck Statue-Commemorating George William Strake, who
brought in the 19,000-acre Conroe Oil Field in 1931 and became Houston's
first oil millionaire. In front of city hall, 505 West Davis St.
Jones State Forest-Five miles southwest via 1-45 and F.M. 1488.
Birdwatcher's haven with over 150 species identified; boasts highest density
of rare red cockade woodpecker. Sweet Leaf Nature Trail, self-guided tour.
(See STATE FORESTS at end of book.)
Lakes-Conroe. See LAKES listing.
Scenic Drive-Texas 105 west through piney woods to Montgomery 15
miles; driving tour of historic homes dating back to 1850s.
Paddle Wheeler Southern Empress-Fly the waters of Lake Conroe
while dining and dancing. Dinner cruises offered Thurs. - Sun. Reservations
required. Departs from Del Lago Resort and Conference Center. Tex 105 west
to Walden Rd. 409/588-3000.
Visitor Center-A re-created railroad depot serves as tourist information
center for city and county attractions. Also has recreational maps and marina
guides; open daily; closed on holidays. At 1-45/F.M. 2854 intersection.
Worldwide Safari-Drive-through exotic game preserve on 225 acres.
Animals from addax to Zambezi sitatunga; petting zoo and unusual gift shop.
Open daily 8 a.m. - dusk; off 1-45 just south of Conroe, at F.M. 1488 exit.
Admission.570-foot San Jacinto Monument marks site of
final battle for Texas IndependenceBattleship "Texas" at San Jacinto Battleground State Park near Houston
DEER PARK
Pop. 28,341Alt. 33
Map Q-21
General-Founded in 1892 by Simeon West,
was named for abundance of deer in area;
post office established 1902. Has grown
from population of 100 in 1940, largely by
establishment of industry along Houston Ship
Channel. Population grew from 736 in 1950 to 12,773 in 1970.
Dow Park & Botanical Gardens-A 40-acre downtown park with picnic
grounds, swimming pool, athletic facilities; also includes botanical gardens
with more than 180 flower species, including 50 wild flower varieties.
Gardens have colonial light fixtures, brick walks, wooden arch bridges,
gazebo. P Street between Center & Luella.
Patrick Cabin-Replica of cabin in which the peace treaty between Texas
and Mexico was drawn up after the Battle of San Jacinto. Constructed in
1986, using building techniques of 1830, including hauling logs to site with
horse team. Authentic furnishings, garden. Open Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.;
3009 Center St.
San Jacinto Battleground Museum
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