State park known for great bird watching that offers tent-only and RV/tent sites.
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Jul 5, 2024
This was by far our favorite state park so far! Clean, relaxing, great trails, swimming... the list goes on! The discovery center was beyond cool, I wish we would have visited in the first day we cam… Full review by Melodia_Melody
Apr 10, 2024
Nice chill place for a weekend camping trip. The park has some educational programs for visitors and a kids’ discovery center where you can rent a science kit for your kids for the day (or overnight … Full review by nohandlelah
Apr 26, 2023
First off let me say that when we went it was cloudy and in the low 70’s. I was a little disappointed after seeing the pictures online. There wasn’t many people at the park mainly campers. There look… Full review by Dodger57
What is the best spot for day visitors. Looking for picnic area as close to water as possible, preferably with both sallow and deep areas, maybe with a nearby jump spot or rope swing...We will be there very early just in case.
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Anywhere along the river. Lots of picnic tables and you can walk along the river too.
How many tents are allowed to be setup at wagon ford tent sites?
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Don’t have any idea, sorry. My wife and I were there for a day visit. Good luck finding an answer. I would call the number on the State Park website for this park
Are we able to take small bbq pit or is there places available to bbq. Can we fish without permits. and does the place rent out fishing rods. really looking forward to visiting
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I can't remember for sure if they had grills but I don't think they did. Fishing rules I don't know but you have to follow Texas state law on that. I would have one just to be sure. The picnic …
I can't remember for sure if they had grills but I don't think they did. Fishing rules I don't know but you have to follow Texas state law on that. I would have one just to be sure. The picnic area is beautiful tied above the river. If you turn right from the lot and follow the wide trail for a bit you will find a nice site on the right under a big tree. the riverside tables have no shade. Enjoy its a beautiful place.
"PETS: Pets must be attended and on a six-foot leash at all times, including while in rivers or lakes. Pets are not allowed in any park buildings, cabins, or shelters. Customer must …
"PETS: Pets must be attended and on a six-foot leash at all times, including while in rivers or lakes. Pets are not allowed in any park buildings, cabins, or shelters. Customer must provide proof of current vaccinations for each pet entering the park. " This excerpt is from my reservation letter. When I was there, some people had their dogs running loose and in the river.
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What is considered a public stream?
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A stream is navigable by statute if it retains an average width of 30 feet from the mouth up.2 It is important to understand that the entire stream bed is...
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