Martin Creek Lake State Park

Martin Creek Lake State Park opened in 1976 on land that was settled by Daniel Martin in 1833. The park was built on the shore of Martin Creek Lake. The area was a historical trade route called Trammel’s Trace. Location 9515 County Road 2181D, Tatum, Texas 75691 The park is located on the shores of …

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Lyndon B. Johnson State Park

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park opened in 1970. The park is in honor of the former president. It is located across the Pedernales River from the the LBJ Ranch.  This is a state park that is only open for day use. There is no camping at the park. The park grounds have a lot of …

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Lost Maples State Natural Area

Lost Maples is known for the fall colors on the trees. Location 37221 FM 187, Venderpool, Texas 78885 Cost The entry fee for Lost Maples State Natural Area is $6 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people ages 12 and under.  There are additional fees for overnight stays which …

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Longhorn Cavern State Park

Longhorn Cavern State Park is known for the cavern. The park was built bye the CCC and is only open for day use.  Location 6211 Park Road 4 S., Burnet, Texas 78611 Cost There is no cost to enter Longhorn Cavern State Park. The main attraction in the park is the cavern. Longhorn Cavern is …

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Lockhart State Park

Lockhart State Park was built by the CCC. They began construction in 1935. The park is known for having a golf course.  Location 2012 State Park Road, Lockhart, Texas 78644 Cost The entry fee for Lockhart State Park is $3 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people ages 12 …

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Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park opened in 1965. The park is on the shores of Lake Whitney. Location 433 FM 1244, Whitney, Texas 76692 Cost The entry fee for Lake Whitney State Park is $5 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people ages 12 and under.  There are additional fees …

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Lake Tawakoni State Park

Lake Tawakoni State Park opened in 2002. It is on the shores of Lake Tawakoni.  Location 10822 FM 2475, Wills Point, Texas 75169 Cost The entry fee for Lake Tawakoni State Park is $5 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people ages 12 and under.  There are additional fees …

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Lake Somerville State Park and Trailway

Lake Somerville State Park opened in 1970. The park is known for being on  the lake. There are two units to the state park, Birch Creek Unit and Nails Creek Unit. The two units are connected by the Lake Somerville Trailway. The trailway is 12 miles long and open for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. …

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Lake Mineral Wells State Park

Lake Mineral Wells State Park is known for Penitentiary Hollow, which is a rock climbing area. The park opened in 1981, after the closure of Fort Wolters.  Location 100 Park Road 71, Mineral Wells, Texas 76067 Cost The entry fee for Lake Mineral Wells State Park is $7 per person over the age of 13. …

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Lake Livingston State Park

Lake Livingston State Park is about an hour north of Houston, Texas. The park is on the shores of Lake Livingston, and opened in 1977. Location 300 Park Road 65, Livingston, Texas 77351 Cost The entry fee for Lake Livingston State Park is $6 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission …

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Lake Colorado City State Park

Lake Colorado City State Park opened in 1972. It is on a man made lake that was built in 1949. Location 4582 FM 2836, Colorado City, Texas 79512  Cost The entry fee for Lake Colorado City State Park is $4 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people ages 12 …

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Lake Casa Blanca International State Park

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park is located near the border of Mexico. The park is known for having archaeological artifacts in it.  Location 5102 Bob Bullock Loop, Laredo, Texas 78041 Cost The entry fee for Lake Casa Blanca International State Park is $5 per person over the age of 13 during peak season, and …

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Lake Brownwood State Park

Lake Brownwood State Park was built by the CCC. The park was built on the shores of Lake Brownwood.  Location 200 State Highway Park Road 15, Brownwood, Texas 76801 Cost The entry fee for Lake Brownwood State Park is $5 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people ages 12 …

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Lake Arrowhead State Park

Lake Arrowhead State Park is known for Lake Arrowhead, which is a man made lake made from damming the Little Wichita River.  Location 229 Park Road 63, Wichita Falls, Texas 76310 Cost The entry fee for Lake Arrowhead State Park is $4 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people …

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