The Sam Houston National Forest is one of four national forests in Texas, located in the southeast part of the state, just north of Houston. It spans over 160,000 acres across Montgomery, San Jacinto, and Walker counties, offering a diverse mix of natural beauty, wildlife, and recreational opportunities. It also features one of the largest reservoirs in Texas, offering boating, fishing, and lakeside camping. The forest is popular for hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, birdwatching, and horseback riding.

A scenic Pineywoods retreat just 12 miles from Whitetail Ranch, the park offers a diverse array of outdoor adventures: With over 450 miles of shoreline and 35,000 acres of water, the lake is ideal for motorboating, pontoons, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. Miles of easy-to-moderate hiking and biking trails are available, such as the Pineywoods Boardwalk and Katy Trail Loop, providing easy access to visit forests, wetlands, and wildlife habitats.