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Lynchburg Ferry

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.

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Lynchburg Ferry
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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.

Crowd

Low; longer waits at shift changes

Parking

Free ferry-approach lots both sides

Noise

High — engine and ship-channel ambient

Permit

No permit required.

Location

On the map

1001 S Lynchburg Rd, Baytown, TX 77520
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