Nestled in the woodland hills of east central Texas, Walker County is home to 76,400 residents in 2020. The City of Huntsville serves as the county seat and proudly hosts Sam Houston State University as well as many historical landmarks. Within the boundaries of Walker County, you will also find the City of New Waverly nestled amongst nearly 55,000 acres of the county’s National Forest, and the City of Riverside just off the banks of the Trinity River.
Huntsville State Park is a 2,083.2-acre (843 ha) wooded recreational area, six miles (10 km) southwest of Huntsville, Texas, within Walker County and the Sam Houston National Forest. Immerse yourself in the majestic trees and natural beauty of the East Texas Piney Woods. Rent a canoe, explore the trails, or simply relax by the lake.
Huntsville is a city in and the county seat of Walker County, Texas. Its population was 45,941 as of the 2020 census. It is the center of the Huntsville micropolitan area. Huntsville is in the East Texas Piney Woods on Interstate 45 and home to Sam Houston State University, Texas State Prison, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Huntsville State Park, and HEARTS Veterans Museum of Texas.
Sam Houston Memorial Museum is part of Sam Houston State University and located on the corner of Sam Houston Avenue and 19th Street in Huntsville, TX on approximately 15 acres of the property once owned by Sam Houston. The museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of Sam Houston.
Nestled in the beautiful pine forests of East Texas, At The Shire Tipis Weddings and Events is located on the edge of the pristine Sam Houston National Forest, creating a stunning setting to give your wedding a truly magical setting.
A visit to the world's tallest statue of an American hero offers a great perspective of Huntsville. A tribute to courage, the Sam Houston Statue was designed and constructed by artist David Adickes. He dedicated the statue to the City of Huntsville on October 22,1994. It is the worlds tallest statue of an American Hero at 67 feet tall on a 10-foot sunset granite base.
Field of Flowers is an event venue on a 27-acre farm in New Waverly, Texas. It can accommodate up to 50 guests comfortably. Flower and hay fields and a two-acre stocked pond surround the home. The eastern section of the property is host to The Good Stuff flower farm.
Golden Oak Micro Cellar is a family-owned neighborhood Winery, Vineyard, and Event Venue with Vibe, offering handcrafted Texas Whites, Reds, and Peach Wine, located within a tranquil and relaxing cattle & horse pastureland.
Fiesta Taqueria is a charming family business located in Huntsville, Texas, dedicated to authentic Mexican cuisine. The restaurant serves traditional Mexican/Tex-Mexican dishes such as enchiladas, burritos, tamales, tacos, chilaquiles, soups, à la carte dishes, sides, and desserts.
Joe's Italian Grill in Huntsville, TX is a popular, locally owned Italian restaurant known for its homemade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and a diverse menu that caters to a variety of dietary preferences. The menu features a variety of Italian dishes, including pizza, pasta, salads, sandwiches, and seafood. Popular items include manicotti, chicken Parmesan, and vegetarian pizza.
