Lake Tawakoni State Park

Lake Tawakoni State Park is a nature area with 376 acres of oak forest and over 8 miles of shoreline along a large reservoir east of Dallas. The grounds offer campsites with connections, boat ramps, and a store with supplies for visitors.

The park was created in 1984 by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to provide outdoor activities for people in this region. Since then it has grown into an important recreation area for residents and visitors.

The park serves as a place where visitors take part in nature programs and guided walks to learn about local wildlife and plant life. These activities allow people to observe the lake's ecology directly.

The grounds are well laid out with clear paths and separate areas for different activities like camping, fishing, and boating. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the water and shoreline areas are most used.

Researchers have documented one of the largest spider webs ever recorded here, which shows the scientific value of the location. This unexpected discovery makes the local ecosystems an interesting research area.

Location: Hunt County

Inception: 1984

Website: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-tawakoni

GPS coordinates: 32.84860,-96.00000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:00