A former hunting ranch, Brazos Bend State Park is about 28 miles southwest of Houston and covers roughly 5,000 acres. Its 3.2-mile eastern boundary fronts the Brazos River on the southeast border of Fort Bend County. The state purchased the park land in 1976-77. Brazos Bend opened in 1984. Archaeological materials show that prehistoric people visited this area, possibly as early as 300 B.C.
There are 71 campsites with electricity, 39 with 50 Amp Service, 32 with 30 Amp Service. Sites are limited to 8 people per Site. Each site has a Picnic table, water hookup, electricity. upright grill and a fire ring. There are restrooms with showers nearby.
In addition to a camping fee, there is a $7 per day, per person entrance fee. Visitors can also purchase a Texas State Park Pass for $70, which provides free admission to any Texas State Park for a year, and discounts on camping and Camp stores.
Park Address:
21901 FM 762
Needville, TX 77461
The Park HQ is located at:
Latitude: 29.371000
Longitude: -95.631921
Rates:
$20 per night, 30 A site; $25 per night 50 A site; plus park admission. Discounts with a Texas Park Pass.
Website:
Brazos Bend State Park – https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend