TxDOT-operated free three-minute ferry across the Houston Ship Channel between Lynchburg Crossing and the Baytown side. Tanker traffic on both flanks; San Jacinto Monument visible from the deck.
low-crowdindustrialwater
Photo: maorlando - God keeps me as I lean on Him!!
Creator notes
What works here
Walking-on is free and allowed; shoot from the upper passenger deck for clean tanker compositions. Be aware of the working vehicle deck. Crossings every 5–10 minutes during the day.
Practical
Plan the shoot
Best time
Late afternoon for raking light on tankers
Lighting
Open sky; harsh midday, dramatic golden hour against industrial steel.