Attractions

Discover 2,853 acres of Post Oak woodlands and grassy meadows surrounding 673-acre Lake Mineral Wells. The park features extensive day-use picnic facilities on the south side of lake and overnight facilities on the north side. Abundant wildlife includes white-tailed deer and wild turkey. Includes tent and RV sites with electricity and water, screened shelters, recreational hall, rest rooms, showers, dump stations, boat ramp, and 10-mile equestrian and hiking trail that leads to a primitive camp area (horses not provided). Fishing and swimming in lake. Admission and camping fees. Three miles east on U.S. 180. 940/328-1171, 800/792-1112. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/lake_mineral_wells.

A 22-mile hiking, biking and equestrian trail runs through Lake Mineral Wells State Park and links Mineral Wells and Weatherford. Visitors can access the Trailway in downtown Mineral Wells (or several locations along the way), Lake Mineral Wells State Park or near Cartwright Park in Weatherford. Admission charge separate from state park fees.