Fort Parker State Park

Fort Parker State Park is a nature area in Limestone County covering more than 1,400 acres of woodland and a large lake. The grounds include oak and pecan trees, with a water body created by a dam along the Navasota River.

The site was developed between 1935 and 1942 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and named after the historic Fort Parker settlement. The dam creating the current lake was part of this major construction effort from that era.

The Old Springfield Cemetery within the park marks the location of Springfield, a former county seat that declined after the Civil War.

The park has three hiking trails at different difficulty levels and easy access from the main road. Visitors find camping spots, boat rentals on the water, and a nature center providing key information about the area.

The lake has several fishing piers where visitors can catch freshwater fish while watching native wildlife in their natural settings. This mix of recreation and nature watching makes the spot a quiet escape.

Location: Limestone County

Website: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/fort-parker

GPS coordinates: 31.60360,-96.55080

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:59