Abilene State Park

The 1,612-acre park stretches along Elm Creek, featuring red sandstone structures, dense woodlands, a lake, and numerous recreational facilities for outdoor activities.

The Civilian Conservation Corps constructed the park's signature elements in 1933, including a distinctive swimming pool and stone water tower during the Great Depression.

The land holds connections to Native American history as it served as a gathering place for Comanche tribes before becoming a designated state park.

The park maintains 89 campsites, 8 screened shelters, 2 recreation halls, and 3 yurts, with entry fees of $5 for visitors aged 13 and above.

Buffalo Wallow pond provides fishing opportunities without requiring a license, while Lake Abilene enforces a no-wake policy for all watercraft.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1933

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

GPS coordinates: 32.23530,-99.88000

Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:52