Lake TawakoniState Park - Texas |
Lake Tawakoni State Park is located in Hunt County, Texas, 11.2 miles (18.0 km) north of Wills Point. It is on the south central shore of Lake Tawakoni.
The park came to media attention in 2007, because of a giant communal spider web on the premises of the park.
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Lake Tawakoni State Park is located in Hunt County, Texas, 11.2 miles (18.0 km) north of Wills Point. It is on the south central shore of Lake Tawakoni.
The park came to media attention in 2007, because of a giant communal spider web on the premises of the park.
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LEGEND
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Osage Orange Trail
.82 mi.
Headquarters
BlackjackTrail
1.54 mi.
Lake Tawakoni
Restrooms
Showers
Swim at your own risk.
NO LIFEGUARD on duty.
Children must be supervised
by an adult that can swim.
Always swim with a friend.
Water and Electric Sites
Full Hookup Sites
Red Oak Trail
.39 mi.
Dump Station
Swim
Beach
Group Camping
Farkleberry Trail
.51 mi.
Hiking Trail
Biking Trail
Trailhead
PLEASE NOTE
FM
2
Picnic Area
Park
Entrance
Pair-O-Trees
Pond
475
Designated Swimming Area
Campsites
47-51, 68-78
• CHECK OUT time for campsites is 12 p.m.
Permits must be renewed by 9 a.m. (pending
site availability).
• A maximum of eight people permitted per
campsite. Guests must leave the park by
10 p.m. Quiet time from 10 p.m.– 6 a.m.
Gate is locked from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• An excess parking fee is required at campsites
with more than two vehicles (including trailers).
• Campsite must be kept clean; all trash must be
picked up before leaving. Dumpsters are
conveniently located on all camping loops.
• GRAY WATER AND BLACK WATER MUST BE
DISCHARGED ONLY AT DUMP STATIONS.
• Pets must be kept on leash no longer than six
feet. Please pick up after them.
• Valid permit required on windshield of each
vehicle in park. All vehicles are to remain on
pavement.
Parking
Spring
Point
Trail
.43 mi.
Boat Ramp
Wildlife Viewing
.11 mi.
• Numbered sites for overnight camping only.
NO PICNICKING.
Campsites
52-67
• Gathering of firewood is prohibited.
• Campfires are permitted only in fire rings
provided at each site. No ground fires are
permitted. Please use extreme caution with
any burning materials during the high-fire
danger summer brings.
• Swim, at your own risk, in designated area
only. NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY.
White Deer
Trail
.43 mi.
• Stop the spread of invasive species.
CLEAN, DRAIN and DRY your boat.
Texas State Parks is a division of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Amphitheater
Dumpster
Spring Point
Camping Loop
White Deer Reach
Camping Loop
• No pets or glass containers allowed in
swimming area or on adjacent beach.
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Group
Camping
Area
Spring Point
Branch Trail
Bridge
Campsites
1-46
• Public consumption or display of an alcoholic
beverage in a public place is prohibited.
.16 m
i.
Lake Tawakoni
PARK RESERVATIONS
TexasStateParks.org ParquesDeTexas.org (512) 389-8900
Wheelchair Accessible
Spring
Point
East
Trail
.35 mi.
Park Host
Residence
Maintenance
10822 F.M. 2475
Wills Point, TX 75169
(903) 560-7123
Proud Sponsor of Texas State Parks
Lake Tawakoni State Park Trails Map
10822 FM 2475
Wills Point, TX 75169
(903) 560-7123
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LEGEND
POINTS OF INTEREST
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(GPS coordinates shown in degrees, minutes, seconds)
0.13
0.32
Restrooms
Parking
Headquarters
Boat Ramp
Group Camping Area
Tent Camping
Water/Electric Sites
Amphitheater
Picnic Area
Showers
Lake Tawakoni
0.05
Spring
Point
Trail
(.43 mi.)
Spring Point
East Trail
(.35 mi.)
0.16
Group
Camping
Area
0.11
6
0.0
Spring
Point
Branch
Trail
(.11 mi.)
Spring
Point
Camping
Loop
Painted Buntings
BRI
6
DG
450'
2
RESTORING A PRAIRIE
31° 50' 35.1" N 95° 59' 38.1" W
Prairie restoration projects provide important habitat for many
rare plants and animals; imagine vast acres of tallgrass prairie
once prominent across the state, now lost to urban development and agriculture.
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A VIEW OF THE LAKE
32° 51' 8.9" N 95° 59' 39" W
For thousands of years, the meandering waters of the Sabine
River helped sustain early nomadic hunters and gatherers and
later, farmers and ranchers of the 20th century. Today, an over
37,000-acre lake conserves water for recreation, industry,
and communities.
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A TEMPORARY GATHERING
32° 51' 6.7" N 95° 59' 37.9" W
A rare occurance in 2007 – a large communal spiderweb
covered the trees like a sheet. The web only lasted a few days,
and remains one of the largest spiderwebs ever recorded.
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FEATHERED FRIENDS
32° 51' 7.3" N 95° 59' 32.8" W
Stop and take a moment to enjoy the birds in the wetland and
upland habitats. Many species spend part of the winter
season here.
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BUSTLING BOATS
32° 50' 47.6" N 95° 59' 45.4" W
View the activities at the boat ramp while you take a break from
your hike among the trees.
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PAIR O' TREES POND
32° 50' 39.12" N 95° 59' 38.75" W
Sit and enjoy the sounds of nature near the pond and view the
freshwater plants that make this a good fishing spot.
White Deer
Reach
Camping
Loop
Red Oak
Trail
(.39 mi.)
0.39
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0
45
Farkleberry Trail
(.51 mi.)
51
0.
0.15
6
0.1
Blackjack
Trail
(1.54 mi.)
GOING GREEN!
32° 59' 31.2" N 95° 59' 37" W
Solar panels are located at more than 15 parks across the state,
harvesting energy from the sun, providing power for facilities.
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6
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Osage
Orange
Trail
(.82 mi.)
1
0.
22
7
0.28
White Deer Trail
(.43 mi.)
Pair o' Trees
Pond
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Trail segment distances are measured between trail intersections.
All trails hiking and biking unless otherwise indicated.
Contour intervals 10 feet. Check with HQ for trail conditions.
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to a particular use.
Map compiled by Texas State Parks staff.
In accordance with Texas State Depository Law, this publication is available at the Texas State Publications Clearinghouse and/or Texas Depository Libraries.
© 2016 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department PWD MP P4508-0142B (7/16)
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Telephone (TDD) at (512) 389-8915 or by Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2989. If you believe you have been discriminated against by TPWD, please contact TPWD or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Office for Diversity and Workforce Management, 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041.
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Lake Tawakoni State Park
10822 FM 2475
Wills Point, TX 75169
(903) 560-7123
FOR EMERGENCIES, PLEASE CALL 9-1-1.
Enjoy nature’s splendor
within a hardwood forest.
Far from the city, close to nature, Lake Tawakoni brings life to the forest.
Experience nature by bike or foot on the varied trails of the park. Nature is all
around us, please respect and enjoy it.
TRAIL
DIST
TIME
DIFFICULTY
DESCRIPTION
FARKLEBERRY
TRAIL
.51 mi.
15 min.
Easy
This short trail connects three different
trails. Turn right at the crossing to join
the Osage Orange looped trail, or turn
left for a longer hike down the Blackjack
looped trail.
OSAGE ORANGE
TRAIL
.82 mi.
20 min.
Easy
Named for the fruit of the Osage orange
or Bois d’Arc tree, this looped trail
joins Red Oak Trail and returns to the
crossing. As large as a softball, hard
and bumpy, the green-yellowish fruit is
important food for wildlife during late
summer and early fall.
RED OAK TRAIL
.39 mi.
15 min.
Easy
Following the shoreline of Lake
Tawakoni just behind the trees, you may
observe wildlife among the changing
habitat along this short looped trail.
BLACKJACK TRAIL 1.54 mi.
2 hrs.
Moderate
This trail is named for the blackjack oak
trees which have grown here for over
50 years. This long, looped trail will
bring you back to the crossing.
SPRING POINT
BRANCH TRAIL
.11 mi.
5 min.
Easy
Spring Point Branch is a short, pleasant
trail through an East Texas hardwood
forest. Turn around at the T
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Contents
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Activities and Programs
Parks Near You
Places to Stay
Recreational
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12 Tips for Time
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14 Visitor Fees
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18 Big Bend Country
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28 Gulf Coast
34 Hill Country
48 Panhandle Plains
56 Pineywoods
64 Prairies and Lakes
80 South Texas Plains
86 Facilities and Activities
TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
Carter P. Smith Executive Director
Rodney Franklin State Parks Director
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WELCOME
from Rodney Franklin, State Parks Director
It’s an exciting time in Texas State Parks. The challenges
of the last few years have led many people to explore
the outdoors in new and adventurous ways. Many Texans
discovered their state parks for the first time, while longtime users have discovered new parks to visit. The variety
of Texas’ lands is unmatched; from the mountains of west
Texas to the gulf shores, the Texas State Park system
celebrates and preserves the natural and cultural treasures that make Texas such a
special place. You might say that the 630,000-plus acres that make up the state park
system is nearly as diverse as the people of Texas.
Since 1923 our mission has been to help connect our visitors with the outdoors. Every
day we look for new and better ways to live that mission and make sure state parks
are welcoming to every Texan, regardless of their background or experience with
being outside. I hope you’ll visit soon and often, while
bringing your friends and family along. I’m glad you’re
here and we’re looking forward to celebrating the 100year anniversary of state parks with you very soon.
What’s new in state parks?
>> New facilities to welcome visitors at Ray Roberts Lake – Johnson Branch,
Franklin Mountains, and Galveston Island State Parks
>> R
epairs completed at Stephen F. Austin’s group facilities, McKinney Falls’ visitor
center, Goose Island’s fishing pier and bayfront campsites and Lake Livingston’s
fishing pier and marina
>> Improvements and major repairs are planned
for Tyler, South Llano River, Cedar Hill and several
other state parks
>> B
almorhea State Park reopened their
pool and day use area following repair and
reconstruction. Over 600 acres of land was also
added to the park.
>> Construction has begun at Palo Pinto
Mountains State Park.
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ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS
What is there to do
in state parks?
Enjoy a family picnic, tour a hallowed historic site or choose
from some of these visitor favorites:
Bike
Pedal across parks at
any speed, in any style,
with any group. Choose
the routes, surfaces and
distances that fit your
comfort zone.
Walk
Start with a shorter loop,
tackle tougher terrain or join
a guided tour.
Fish
Fish without a license in as
many as 70 state parks.
Many offer tackle loaner
programs and special learnto-fish events.
Boat or Paddle
Rent canoes and kayaks,
explore a Texas Paddling
Trail or launch a boat.
View Wildlife
Discover the birds, mammals
and p
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La entrada es gratis para los niños de
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Contenido
Estero Llano Grande SP
2 Actividades y Programas
4 Parques Cercanos
6 Lugares para Quedarse
8 Tarifas y Pases
9 Directorio
10 Mapa de Parques
18 Instalaciones y Actividades
BIENVENIDO
Rodney Franklin, Director de Parques
Texas tiene algunas de las tierras públicas más diversas del país, con una
gran riqueza natural y cultural. La vida silvestre está por todas partes,
los paisajes florecen con belleza, y la historia es abundante. Sus parques
estatales son parte del legado que nos enorgullece. La gente de Texas ayuda a asegurar ese
legado para las generaciones futuras al visitar y ser voluntarios. ¡Gracias!
Estos más de 630,000 acres exhiben algunos de los grandes tesoros del estado. Los parques
nos ayudan a crear recuerdos con la familia y a encontrar consuelo en la naturaleza. Los
parques fortalecen las economías locales y unen a las comunidades. Sobre todo, los parques
nos permiten pasar tiempo al aire libre para recargar energías, estar saludables y relajarnos a
nuestra manera.
Les invito a disfrutar de sus parques estatales,
explorando lo mejor de Texas con amigos y familia. Los
parques están aquí para todos. Nos pertenecen a todos.
¡Visítelos, diviértase y ayude a protegerlos para siempre!
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federal. Para solicitar un acomodo especial u obtener información en un formato
alternativo, por favor contacte a TPWD en un Teléfono de Texto (TTY) al (512) 3898915 ó por medio de “Relay Texas” al 7-1-1 ó (800) 735-2989 ó por email a accessibility@tpwd.texas.gov. Si usted cree que TPWD ha discriminado en su contra, favor
de comunicarse con TPWD, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744, o con el
Servicio de Pesca y Vida Silvestre de EE.UU., Office for Diversity and Workforce
Management, 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041.
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Bibliotecas de Depósito de Texas.
ACTIVIDADES Y PROGRAMAS
¿Qué puedo hacer en
los parques estatales?
¡Disfruta de un día de campo, visita un sitio histórico
o elige entre muchas otras opciones!
Bicicletas
Pedalea a lo largo de los
parques a cualquier velocidad,
en cualquier estilo, con cualquier grupo. Elige las rutas, el
tipo de terreno y las distancias que cumplan con tu zona
de confort.
Caminatas
Empieza con un circuito más
corto, avanza a terrenos más
difíciles o únete a una caminata guiada.
Pescar
Puedes pescar sin licencia en
tantos como 70 parques estatales. Muchos parques ofrecen
equipo para pescar a manera
de préstamo y eventos especiales para aprender a pescar.
Barcos
Renta canoas y kayacs y
explora uno de los senderos
acuáticos en Texas.
Nadar
Animales Silvestres
Acampar
Descubre aves, mamíferos y
plantas que tienen su hogar en
Texas. Muchos parques tienen
señalamientos y listados que
te ayudan a aprender más.
Encuentra un lugar que cumpla
con lo que quieres. Prueba
nuevas recetas, comparte historias favoritas y disfruta de
las estrellas.
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GRATIS
Cielos Estrellados
Escapa de las luces de la ciudad y goza de
maravillosas vistas del cielo que no encontrarás
en ninguna otra parte. Ven a una fiesta de
estrellas o toma una excursión de constelaciones auto-guiada.
Familias en la Naturaleza
Elige un taller o diseña tu propia aventura. ¡Monta
una tienda de campaña, cocina al exterior, prende
una fogata y juega al exterior! Nosotros te
Toma una publicación gratuita de actividades o
pregunta por los paquetes gratuitos con los parques proporcionamos todo el equipo. No es necesario
tener experiencia.
participantes. Usa los binoculares, lupas, libros de
bosquejos y libros de guías para explorar el parque.
Mochilas para Exploradores
Soldados Búfalo de Texas
Descubre la historia con cuentos, vestuarios y
herramientas. Sigue la pista de un animal, pesca con
caña, cocina sobre una fogata, visita los fuertes y más.
Adéntrate en las historias de vida de aquellos que
sirvieron valientemente en los primeros regimientos
Áfrico-Americanos de las Fuerzas Armadas.
!
Seguridad en el Parque
Ten cuidado con el agua
Pre