Huntsville, Texas Travel Guide

This East Texas community began as a trading post. Surrounded by tall forests, the ctiy is a gateway to Sam Houston National Forest, named for Huntsville's most famous resident.

The city is also home to the world's tallest statue of an American hero: a 77-foot remembrance of Sam Houston located at the Sam Houston State University.

Huntsville is best known among Texans as the home of the state prison system.

Attractions:

Huntsville State Park

Sam Houston Memorial Museum Complex

Sam Houston National Forest.This piney woods forest offers hiking trails and picnic sites.

Texas Prison Museum. Complete with a vintage electric chair, this historic prison exhibits a number of items. Prisoner-produced goods are also on display. Location: 1113 12th St., opposite courthouse.

For More Information: Huntsville Chamber of Commerce