Looking to head out of town for a day or the weekend? Head to one of these beautiful Texas State Parks that are 2 hours or less from Fort Worth.
Texas has more than 80 State Parks! Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway or a place to kayak, there is a state park for every kind of adventure. There are even amazing glamping destinations that make for a perfect way to camp.
Texas State Parks Near Dallas
BONHAM STATE PARK | 1 hr 30 min
Spend the day hiking or biking the 8 miles of trails, fishing, bird watching, geocaching, or swimming in the lake.
This state park has 20 campsites that have full hookups and tent sites.
CEDAR HILL STATE PARK | 30 min
Enjoy a picnic by the lake, tour an old Texas farm, and hike your way through tall grass prairies and rugged limestone.
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CLEBURNE STATE PARK | 45 min
Located in Clebure, the park has a 115-acre spring-fed lake, hiking & biking trails, tent, RV, and cabin campsites. Visitors can rent a kayak or paddle board from the self-service kiosk at the Cedar Lodge.
DINOSAUR VALLEY STATE PARK | 1 hr
Find dinosaur tracks, camp, fish, hike, camp, and splash in the river. Guests can also bring their horses and can explore the 100-acre South Primitive Area.
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FORT PARKER STATE PARK | 1 hr 25 min
Rent a canoe or kayak and paddle the 5.3-mile Limestone Bluffs Paddling Trail. Guests can also camp, hike, fish, and enjoy nature watching.
FORT RICHARDSON STATE PARK | 1 hr 15 min
Fort Richardson State Park, Historic Site & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway is the perfect place to explore for the history buff. Fort Richardson protected settlers along the Texas frontier and today visitors can take a self-guided tour of the outpost.
EISENHOWER STATE PARK | 1 hr 30 min
Hike the four miles of trails, cast a line from one of the fishing piers, climb the boulders, and ride your ATV. There are tent, RV, shelter, and cabin camping options.
LAKE MINERAL WELLS STATE PARK | 1 hr
Visitors can camp, hike, bike, ride their horses, geocache, rock climb, or relax by the lake.
Penitentiary Hollow is one of the few natural rock climbing venues in North Texas.
LAKE TAWAKONI STATE PARK | 1 hr 30 min
Rent a canoe, fish, hike, and enjoy the sandy beach area.
PALO PINTO MOUNTAINS STATE PARK | 1 hr 20 min
The newest state park in Texas has more than 4,800 acres and has ample space for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking trails.
PURTIS CREEK STATE PARK | 1 hr 30 min
With more than 1,500 acres, there is plenty of open space to explore. Visitors can fish, hike, picnic, camp, and enjoy nature.
RAY ROBERTS LAKE STATE PARK | 1 hr
This is a great fishing lake. You can fish from shore, launch your boat, or hire a guide. Guests can also enjoy swimming in the lake, hiking, and nature watching.
TYLER STATE PARK | 2 hr
Located in the Piney Woods, guests can enjoy the beautiful scenery, hike, fish, swim, and set up camp.
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Texas State Park Pass
If you plan on visiting several state parks, I highly recommend purchasing the Texas State Park Pass. It’s $70 and you get unlimited entrances to all state parks for the year. Passholders also received discounts at state park stores and camping reservations.
