The Baytown Nature Center extends more than 450 acres and is home to more than 300 different bird species. Visitors can walk, jog or bike the trails and stop by the children's nature discovery center.
The Royal Purple Raceway is the place to be if you are in the mood for exciting drag races. The entire complex is 440 acres and seats 30,000.
Check out the schedule to see what races will be happening during your visit. For a fun day outdoors, head to the Pirates Bay Water Park. Try the 671-foot-long lazy river and the slides, or join the kids at the play area, which comes complete with a dumping bucket. End the visit with a stop by the Flowrider Surf Machine, where you can practice your surfing skills.
If you truly want to appreciate Baytown, hop on the free Lynchburg Ferry, a service that has been running since 1888 and played an important role in the Battle of San Jacinto. The ferry ride will give you a good glimpse of the Battleground State Historic Site and the Houston Ship Channel.
The Peacock Inn and Stables offer horse lovers a chance to learn riding, take a leisurely ride or simply sit back and enjoy a horse show. At the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center, you can learn about alligators and wetlands birds and visit a snake exhibit. Do not miss the bat exhibit and the Coastal Connection Room, which gives you a chance to learn more about the animals that inhabit the Baytown area and how they affect the local environment.
Baytown, TX hotels are the perfect place to get a break and recharge while visiting Eastern Texas. Book with Choice Hotels today!