Fort Parker State Park
The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nature Center renovations are ongoing through September 2026 with construction noise possible in the day-use, screened shelter, cabin, and water/electric camping areas. The water/electric campground will close September 1, 2026 through January 1, 2027 for a construction project. Both fishing piers remain closed. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.
About
Fort Parker State Park encompasses 758 acres in Limestone County, centered on the 750-acre Fort Parker Lake formed by the dam on the Navasota River. The park commemorates Fort Parker, a frontier stockade established in 1834, and offers a blend of history and outdoor recreation. Campsites are positioned along the lake's edge, providing easy access to fishing and paddling. The park rents canoes and kayaks and has two boat ramps. The main camping loop features 24 sites with water and 30-amp electric hookups, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Four of these are pull-through sites. Restrooms with showers are nearby. Ten additional tent-only sites offer a more rustic experience with centralized water spigots and vault toilets. Screened shelters and air-conditioned cabins provide alternatives to tent and RV camping. Beyond camping, visitors enjoy swimming in the lake, fishing from the shore or boats, hiking and biking trails, bird watching, and geocaching. A group camp and barracks complex accommodate larger gatherings. The park is busiest on spring, early summer, and fall weekends.
Directions
From Mexia, take State Highway 14 north approximately 7 miles. Turn left onto Park Road 28 and follow it to the park entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $600 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| FortParkerSP@tpwd.texas.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (254) 562-5751 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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