Burnet Bay is a saltwater bay on the Texas Gulf Coast, part of the complex of waterways near Baytown, east of Houston. It is characterized by calm, sheltered waters, making it suitable for kayaking and paddleboarding. The bay forms one side of the 500-acre Baytown Nature Center peninsula, which is also bordered by Crystal Bay and Scott Bay. A primary public access point is within the Baytown Nature Center, where a small, sandy west-facing beach serves as a launch area. The specific coordinates for this launch are 29° 45.366'N, 95° 2.963'W. Parking is available nearby. The Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Education Center also provides a kayak launch offering access to the broader bay system. The launch slope at the nature center can be mucky and slippery, and the shallow bays may have oysters and barnacles, requiring closed-toe footwear for protection. Some small boat traffic is present in the bays, but paddlers are mostly separated from the heavy commercial traffic of the nearby Houston Ship Channel. The area is exposed to typical Gulf Coast conditions, including sun, heat, humidity, and insects, necessitating ample water and sun protection. The surrounding landscape consists of tidal marshes, wetlands, and hardwood forests, providing habitat for over 300 species of birds, making it a significant birding destination on the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail. Notable sights from the water include the San Jacinto Monument on the horizon and the Fred Hartman Bridge. The area has historical significance related to the Battle of San Jacinto, and the Lynchburg Ferry operates nearby. The Baytown Nature Center is open from sunrise to sunset, and an entry fee applies for visitors, which helps fund conservation efforts.