Lockhart State Park

Lockhart State Park is a recreation area in Caldwell County spanning around 263 acres with walking trails, camping facilities, and a golf course. The park sits along Clear Fork Creek and provides spaces for fishing, golfing, and overnight stays within a wooded setting.

The park was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, which constructed stone buildings and water control structures. This work was part of a broader employment program during the Great Depression.

The Battle of Plum Creek, which occurred near the park, marks a significant conflict between Texas settlers and Comanche tribes in 1840.

The park has fishing spots along Clear Fork Creek where anglers can fish without a special license and borrow equipment on site. The camping areas and trails are generally accessible during daylight hours and clearly marked throughout the grounds.

The grounds feature a nine-hole golf course that was built by a public works program during the Great Depression. This makes it an uncommon recreation facility among Texas state parks.

Location: Caldwell County

Website: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lockhart

GPS coordinates: 29.85530,-97.69780

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51