Big Spring State Park
Open daily 8am to sunset. Burn ban in effect as of May 15, 2026; no wood or charcoal fires allowed, propane stoves only. CCC restroom currently closed for maintenance. Water quality advisory issued January 2026 regarding trihalomethanes.
Flash Flood Warning issued October 30 at 9:01AM CDT until October 30 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
At 901 AM CDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated that heavy rain was falling across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is already occurring. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Big Spring, Snyder, Colorado City, Coahoma, Loraine, Colorado City Airport, Lake Colorado City, Lake Colorado City State Park, Champion Creek Reservoir, Sand Springs, Inadale, Lomax, Westbrook, Cuthbert, Ira, Buford, Vincent, Dunn, Knapp and Winston Field.
Flood Watch issued October 30 at 3:31AM MDT until October 30 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico, including the following areas, Central Lea, Eddy County Plains, Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County, Northern Lea and Southern Lea and Texas, including the following areas, Andrews, Borden, Central Brewster, Chinati Mountains, Chisos Basin, Crane, Davis Mountains, Davis Mountains Foothills, Dawson, Eastern Culberson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet, Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains, Howard, Loving, Lower Brewster County, Marfa Plateau, Martin, Midland, Mitchell, Pecos, Presidio Valley, Reagan, Reeves County Plains, Scurry, Terrell, Upton, Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor, Ward and Winkler. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Deep moisture has spread over the entire area ahead of an approaching upper level storm system. Numerous to widespread showers and thunderstorms will be capable of producing heavy rainfall over these areas. 1 to 3 inches of rainfall with locally higher totals will be possible, which could result in areas of flash flooding, especially urban areas where drainage is poor. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Perched on a 200-foot bluff in Howard County, Big Spring State Park provides expansive views of the arid West Texas plains. The 382-acre park preserves impressive stone structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930s, including a scenic overlook pavilion that remains available for group events. The park features a paved 3-mile loop road that winds up and around the bluff, offering ever-changing vistas and a gentle route for walkers, joggers, and cyclists. A separate 5-mile unpaved hike and bike trail plus a 2/3-mile nature trail provide additional exploration options through the mesquite and native grassland terrain. This is strictly a day-use facility with no overnight camping. The park opens at 8am and closes at sunset daily. Entrance is free. The only reservable facility is the historic CCC group pavilion, which accommodates up to 200 people at $70 per day for events and gatherings.
Directions
From Midland: Take I-20 East to Big Spring, exit at Business 20 exit 174, turn right onto FM 700, park is on the right. From Lubbock: Take Highway 87 South to Big Spring, follow signs to FM 700 and turn at the VA Hospital. From Abilene: Take I-20 West to Big Spring, exit at 181A, turn left onto FM 700, park is approximately 3 miles ahead on the left.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $70 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (432) 263-4931 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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