Every Park in the Hill Country

The city-managed park offers swimming and wading when conditions permit, bank fishing, barbecue pits, equestrian trails, picnic space, and two pavilio…

The natural area preserves canyons, plateaus, creek bottoms, grassland, and oak groves with limited development. Visitors can reserve primitive campsi…

The local tourism listing describes a 5,633-foot course expanded from nine to 18 holes in 2019. Fairways run among oak, cypress, and low cedar, mixing…

The local tourism listing documents a central funbox, pyramid, quarterpipe, manual pad, handrail, and flat rail. Skateboards, inline skates, scooters,…

Blanco State Park protects a compact public landscape along the Blanco River, where state-managed grounds support camping, picnicking, fishing, paddli…

Bindseil Park is a shaded municipal green space with benches, picnic areas, and an accessible trail following the Town Creek basin. The short trail he…

Yett Memorial Park is a city-listed recreation complex with a pavilion, kitchen, restrooms, rodeo arena, ball field, and playground. It serves both or…

The City of Boerne received approval in 1972 to build a dam and reservoir on Cibolo Creek for municipal water and flood control, creating Boerne City…

The 125 acres of land that became Boerne's first park was purchased in 1965 with the assistance of a federal grant. A city Recreation Committee was or…

Kreutzberg Canyon Natural Area is a 117-acre park located in Boerne, Texas, situated directly along the Guadalupe River. The site includes the Kronkos…

In 1995, the City of Boerne purchased 103 acres from the Lynn L. Northrup Jr. family to address the need for youth and adult sports fields. The park w…

The dam at the east end of River Road Park was originally part of the Dietert homestead and was deeded to the City of Boerne in 1912. Formerly known a…

Spanning over 100 acres, The Cibolo Center for Conservation is a premier destination for experiencing the diverse environments of the Texas Hill Count…

Veterans Plaza is one of the original four park sites established in Boerne. The space is anchored by a memorial monument erected in 1923 by the H.J.…

Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park provides a premier outdoor experience on the shores of Lake Buchanan. This expansive LCRA park features miles of hiki…

Located at the intersection of State Highway 173 and East Verde Creek Road, Camp Verde Park serves as a historical interpretive site rather than a tra…

Located in the heart of Camp Wood along State Highway 55, Lindbergh Park serves as a central gathering place for the community. The park commemorates…

Located just south of Camp Wood, Wes Cooksey Park provides a classic outdoor experience where the focus remains on the stunning natural scenery. The s…

Situated on the north shore of the USACE flood-control reservoir, Canyon Park provides a sprawling 485-acre space for outdoor activities. Visitors can…

Guadalupe Park offers a tranquil natural escape situated directly below Canyon Dam. The park's main feature is the South Trail, an out-and-back dirt p…

The James C. Curry Nature Center is a 52-acre county preserve located just east of Canyon Dam. Donated to Comal County in 2013, the center showcases t…

Constructed by the USACE and impounded in 1964, Canyon Lake serves as a flood-control reservoir for the region. The overlook area grants access to the…

Situated on the northern shore of Canyon Lake, Potters Creek Park provides a relaxing getaway in the Texas Hill Country. The park features over 100 RV…

Center Point Heritage Park is owned and maintained by the Center Point Area Historic Preservation Association, a private nonprofit organization. The p…

The park spans over 1,700 acres of Hill Country terrain, centered around nearly three miles of the Frio River. Visitors navigate limestone bluffs, bal…

This volunteer-developed recreation complex serves D'Hanis with a walking trail, playground, sand-volleyball area, pickleball and basketball court, an…

Charro Ranch Park provides a quiet natural escape just five miles south of Dripping Springs. Donated to the city in 2008 by Lucy Reed Hibberd, this 64…

Dripping Springs Ranch Park is a versatile 130-acre destination that combines natural beauty with extensive recreational facilities. Visitors can expl…

Founders Memorial Park is a substantial city park located in Dripping Springs, providing a versatile outdoor space for the community. The park feature…

Located in western Travis County, this preserve encompasses 232 acres of natural habitat surrounding a jade-green pool. A 50-foot waterfall spills ove…

As the largest parkland acquisition in Travis County history, Milton Reimers Ranch Park spans over 2,400 acres of pristine Central Texas landscape. Th…

The Sports and Recreation Park in Dripping Springs is a comprehensive community space designed for active outdoor enjoyment. Visitors can take advanta…

Originally known as Kreuzberg, this 1,951-foot elevation hill was used as a Native American lookout before early settlers discovered a timber cross he…

This 425-foot pink granite batholith has drawn visitors for thousands of years. The park offers nearly 21 miles of hiking trails, including the iconic…

The Fredericksburg Dog Park offers a welcoming five-acre space where dogs of all sizes can run, play, and socialize off-leash. Opened in 2018 within L…

The Fredericksburg Nature Center packs an incredible amount of ecological diversity into its ten-acre footprint. Situated along Live Oak Creek within…

Located just three miles south of Main Street, Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park serves as Fredericksburg’s primary destination for outdoor recreation.…

Marktplatz has been the social hub of Fredericksburg since the town's founding by German immigrants in the mid-1800s. Today, this central park continu…

Old Fair Park, the historic site of the Gillespie County Fair from 1892 to 1976, sits in the Warehouse District of Fredericksburg. The park is designe…

Old Tunnel State Park is home to up to three million Mexican free-tailed bats and 3,000 cave myotis bats from May through October. The park centers ar…

Located in Old Fair Park behind HEB, the Fredericksburg Skate Park is a 20,000-square-foot outdoor concrete facility designed by Evergreen Skateparks.…

A volunteer-supported community park with picnic space, a hall, arena facilities, a local-history museum, and an official marker documenting the park’…

A city recreation park with picnic and playground facilities and Hondo’s seasonal municipal swimming pool. The separately addressed Rick Taylor Recrea…

A small civic park centered on a county memorial honoring military service in the two world wars, Korea, and Vietnam. The square and monument form one…

A municipal recreation cluster where the Mission Valley marker records a post-emancipation Black farming community displaced when land was taken for t…

Adjacent municipal recreation facilities combining a skate area with a walking track and general park space. The city lists Sunset Park and the skate…

Opened in 2021, this 11-acre park is dedicated to the preservation of the Highland Lakes ecosystem. Visitors can walk a half-mile crushed granite loop…

Owned and operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the 6,459-acre Kerr Wildlife Management Area is located at the headwaters of the North…

Ingram City Park serves as a central hub for outdoor recreation in the farming and ranching community of Ingram, Texas. The park features a pavilion w…

Located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Inks Lake State Park provides a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts. The park features miles o…

Pedernales Falls State Park offers a picturesque landscape where the river cascades over huge slabs of layered limestone. While the river can be turbu…

Located along the shores of Lake Travis, Jones Brothers Park serves as a major recreational hub for the Jonestown community. The park provides essenti…

The park includes a playground, multi-use field, barbecue pit, small pavilions, and a one-third-mile trail. Its free, touch-activated SprayGround oper…

The dog park is reached through the main Flat Rock Park entrance. County information lists off-leash trails, open fields, and a half-mile loop for dog…

County facilities information lists picnic tables, paved roads, a playscape, an open field, and a boat ramp. The park is open daily from sunrise to su…

The city currently keeps the Southside/Hillside portion open for day use, multi-use trails, and some campsites. The park office at 2385 Bandera Highwa…

Lehmann-Monroe Park occupies 27 acres at 200 Park Lane and connects directly to Louise Hays Park. Its official page lists River Trail access, river ac…

Louise Hays Park ordinarily anchors central Kerrville’s riverfront park system at 202 Thompson Drive. The city lists river access, restrooms, pavilion…

The park's recreation areas include the Olympic Pool, softball fields, a skate park, playground, pavilion, and two miles of trails. General park hours…

Kingsland Community Park, also known as Kingsland Memorial Lions Park, serves as a central public access point to Lake LBJ. The park features an exten…

Situated on a bluff above a gently sloping, rocky waterfront, Arkansas Bend Park provides a tranquil escape near Lago Vista. The 323-acre park boasts…

Located on the north shore of Lake Travis, Camp Creek Park is a 40-acre destination perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The park features 15 campsites, i…

Gloster Bend Recreation Area provides a scenic escape into the Texas Hill Country with more than a mile of accessible shoreline along Lake Travis. Vis…

Shaffer Bend Recreation Area provides a peaceful retreat into the Texas Hill Country, featuring over 500 acres of diverse landscapes. Visitors can exp…

Located at 21985 FM 1431, Sunset Park is a significant city park in Lago Vista that caters to a wide range of outdoor interests. The park features wel…

Turkey Bend Recreation Area provides a peaceful retreat along the shores of Lake Travis. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including…

Warbler Vista offers a peaceful escape into the Texas Hill Country within the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge. Located just off FM 1431…

Black Rock Park is a popular 25-acre destination managed by the LCRA, situated on the western shore of Lake Buchanan. The park provides a welcoming en…

The park sits on the north shore of Medina Lake and offers swimming, picnicking, boating, and fishing. A concrete boat ramp provides lake access for t…

The county’s current notice opens the park Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., weather permitting, for picnicking only. Admission is cash: $5…

Located in Leakey, Bushong Mountain Park provides a community space focused on non-motorized trail recreation. The 250-acre property features 8 miles…

Badu Park rests on the high side of the Llano Dam, serving as a prominent recreational space for the community. Funded in part by grants from the Texa…

Leonard Grenwelge County Park sits just below the dam in Llano, Texas, serving as a prominent outdoor space along the river. The park features a histo…

Situated along the Llano River, Robinson City Park provides 21 acres of shaded outdoor space just west of downtown Llano. The park features 1,800 line…

Established in 1992, Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge protects the nesting grounds of the endangered golden-cheeked warbler and the black…

Johnson Park serves as a central outdoor gathering space in Marble Falls, situated under a canopy of mature pecan trees. The park provides public acce…

Lakeside Park is a city-managed recreation area on Lake Marble Falls. Its listed amenities include a swimming pool, pavilion, covered picnic tables, b…

Nestled in the heart of Martindale, Allen Bates River Park serves as a quiet community retreat along the San Marcos River. This lightly visited park i…

Spanning 62 acres on a hilltop east of Interstate 35, Fischer Park is the largest public park in New Braunfels. The space balances recreational facili…

Located in the heart of New Braunfels, Landa Park is a historic 51-acre destination known for its natural beauty and recreational variety. The park is…

Situated along the banks of the Comal River, Prince Solms Park spans 19.1 acres of recreational space in the heart of New Braunfels. The park is best…

What makes this property unusual is not its size. It is that the land was never ranched. Superintendent James Rice told Texas Parks and Wildlife Magaz…

The TPWD listing describes options from roughly 20 minutes to four hours. Confirm the available route and current conditions when booking.…

Located near Rocksprings, Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is home to one of the largest Mexican free-tailed bat colonies in Texas. The main attrac…

Situated in the heart of Edwards County, Rocksprings City Park serves as a community gathering space anchored by the historic Rock Spring. This modest…

Sabinal's municipal park provides a playground, pavilion, and grounds used for community gatherings. A new playground opened to the public in August 2…

Purgatory Creek Natural Area offers an expansive 570-acre retreat right in the heart of San Marcos. Situated within the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone,…

The park features open grassy areas shaded by mature cypress and pecan trees along the riverbanks. Students and visitors use the space for sunbathing,…

Spring Lake Natural Area offers a tranquil escape into the Edwards Plateau ecosystem, featuring a network of natural surface trails that weave through…

With four miles of river frontage, the Guadalupe River takes center stage at this state park. Visitors can swim, fish, tube, and canoe in the flowing…

This protected natural area in Spring Branch encompasses a diverse landscape of savannah and woodlands. Visitors can explore 3.6 miles of trails, incl…

Located near Startzville, Comal Park serves as a popular seasonal destination for visitors looking to enjoy the waters of Canyon Lake. The 116-acre da…

Operated by the USACE on a flood-control reservoir impounded in 1964, Cranes Mill Park features a variety of campsites with waterfront access. The par…

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site offers a look into the land and people that shaped the 36th president. The park features 1.2 miles of eas…

Utopia Park is at 241 Utopia Park Road in Utopia, Texas, and the park states that the Sabinal River runs through it. Its official map identifies a riv…

Located two hours northwest of San Antonio, this natural area is renowned for its spectacular autumn colors, but offers year-round appeal with abundan…

Located just a short drive from Austin, Cypress Creek Park is a 15-acre Travis County park situated on the shores of Lake Travis. The park features a…

Sandy Creek Park is a 92-acre Travis County day-use park located in Volente, offering a peaceful retreat on one of the quieter coves of Lake Travis. A…

Located in the basin area of Lake Travis near Mansfield Dam, Tom Hughes Park is a 15-acre scenic retreat in the central Texas Hill Country. The park's…

Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Blue Hole Regional Park is a 126-acre natural oasis. The park is renowned for its spring-fed swimming…

Located just east of the Wimberley Square, the Cypress Creek Nature Preserve spans 7.24 acres of protected land. This peaceful sanctuary features a na…

Founded in 1998, EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens provides a peaceful environment for visitors to enjoy nature and community fellowship. The grounds feature…

Established in 2010, Jacob's Well Natural Area protects an environmentally sensitive 81-acre expanse in the Texas Hill Country. The property centers a…

Located just a couple of miles from downtown Wimberley, Old Baldy Park is a 4.3-acre public space that features a prominent hill known as Old Baldy. T…