Lake Life
A Lake Cabin Rental Near Houston for a Weekend That Does Not Feel Rushed
Looking for a lake cabin rental near Houston? Overlook Park & Marina on Lake Somerville is about 1.5 hours out, with a kitchenette and lake views from $120.
The Overlook journal
From the Shoreline
Fishing, camping and lake-life notes from Overlook Park & Marina on Lake Somerville
Fishing
Lake Somerville Fishing Guide: Where to Start, What to Bring, and Where to Stay
New to fishing Lake Somerville? Learn how to launch, fish the bank or a kayak, and base your trip at Overlook Park & Marina, home of the on-water fuel stop.
Camping & RV
Camping Near College Station: Lake Somerville Is About 45 Minutes Away
Camping near College Station does not mean a long drive. Overlook Park & Marina on Lake Somerville is 45 minutes out, with RV sites, cabins and lake access.
Camping & RV
Fall at Lake Somerville: Cooler Mornings, Quiet Evenings, and Easy RV Camping
Cooler mornings, campfire evenings, and a calmer lake: why fall is a good season to camp or stay in a cabin at Overlook Park & Marina on Lake Somerville.
Events
Your Weekend Guide to the Lake Somerville Fall Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Heading to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Lake Somerville Fall Festival, Oct. 17-18? Here is what to know and where to stay at Overlook Park & Marina.
Camping & RV
RV Camping Near Houston: Lake Somerville Is Your Best Bet
Looking for RV camping near Houston? Overlook Park & Marina on Lake Somerville is about 1.5 hours away, with shade, lake access and easy RV sites.
Camping & RV
Five Reasons a Campfire at the Lake Beats Anything on TV
A fire beside Lake Somerville on a clear night beats any screen. Here is what to bring for a good campfire at Overlook Park & Marina, and the fire rules.
Lake Life
Paddle, Explore, Repeat: A Guide to Kayaking Lake Somerville
Kayaking Lake Somerville: calm coves, herons and open water. Where to paddle, what to bring, and kayak, canoe and paddle board rentals at Overlook.
Lake Life
Wildflower Season Is Here, and the Lake Looks Better Than Ever
Late March through mid-April brings wildflowers around Lake Somerville. Where to look for color, and how to turn it into a weekend at Overlook Park & Marina.
Come see the lake
Read about it, then come see it.
Stay in a cabin, pull up the RV or launch the boat. We would be glad to have you at Overlook Park & Marina.