Sheldon Lake State Park is a day use only park located in Houston, Texas. The park opened in 1984.
Location
14140 Garrett Road, Houston, Texas 77044
Cost
There is no cost to enter Sheldon Lake State Park.
Reservations
Reservations can be made in advance online. Reservations should be made as soon as you know your plans. If the park reaches capacity and you do not have a reservation you may be turned away at the gate.
Staying at Sheldon Lake State Park
This is a day use only park and camping is not available.
Restrooms in Sheldon Lake State Park
There is a bathroom in the park.
Hiking Trails
There are two miles of trails in the park. The trails go through different habitats and show hatchery ponds, solar panels, and water collection tanks.
What is there to do at Sheldon Lake State Park?
You can fish in Sheldon Lake. Fishing licenses are not required for fishing from the shores of a state park.
Kayaking and canoeing is allowed in the lake.
Try you hand at nature photography or going birding. Alligators live in the park.
Climb the John Jacob Observation Tower.
Dogs at Sheldon Lake State Park
Sheldon Lake State Park allows dogs into the park. Dogs must be on a leash in public areas of the park including on hiking trails. Owners must clean up after their dogs.
Dogs are not allowed inside any of the buildings, including bathrooms.
What to do near Sheldon Lake State Park
The park is located in Houston, Texas. Houston is the largest city in Texas. There are museums, restaurants, nightlife and shopping.