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Abilene State Park
Abilene State Park: A Texas Haven for Nature Lovers and Adventure Seekers.
Tangles of red oak, elm, pecan, and cottonwood trees provide shade from the sweltering summer heat. What’s more, you can check out fishing equipment from a library! What’s not to love?
Aside from fishing, you can kayak, boat, or swim at Lake Abilene. Be sure to check their website because it’s subject to closures during times of drought. 4wd is necessary to launch boats under low water conditions. If the lake is closed you can still take a dip in the historic swimming pool, built in the early 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Get your recreation on in the horseshoe pit, volleyball pit, or basketball court. There’s also a large open field if you’d like to make up your own games.
Interested in spending the night? There are tent and RV sites aplenty (with full hookups). There are even yurts and a lake c
Tangles of red oak, elm, pecan, and cottonwood trees provide shade from the sweltering summer heat. What’s more, you can check out fishing equipment from a library! What’s not to love?
Aside from fishing, you can kayak, boat, or swim at Lake Abilene. Be sure to check their website because it’s subject to closures during times of drought. 4wd is necessary to launch boats under low water conditions. If the lake is closed you can still take a dip in the historic swimming pool, built in the early 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Get your recreation on in the horseshoe pit, volleyball pit, or basketball court. There’s also a large open field if you’d like to make up your own games.
Interested in spending the night? There are tent and RV sites aplenty (with full hookups). There are even yurts and a lake cabins available.
Activities in the park
3 campgrounds in Abilene State Park
This 13-site plot also includes six additional sites in the Oak Grove Area. It has a restroom/shower facility nearby as well as picnic tables and both water and electricity hookups. There is also a rec hall, dump station and birdwatching tower just a short walk from the site, which might help explain why these sites are a bit more expensive than o Read more...
The northernmost campground in the park, Cedar Grove is the closest on the way to the Callahan Divide in Buffalo Gap, Texas where *cue guitar* “herds of buffalo (used to) roam and the deer and the antelope (used to) play”. This campground has 12 tent-only sites, max two tents per site, accommodated with picnic tables and water. Read more...
Tied for the least expensive campground in the park, along with Cedar Grove at $12 a night, this 35 site open-spaced communal area is primarily used for RV camping and tent overflow. There is no barrier between sites and picnic tables as well as fire rings are scattered ‘round the loop. Restrooms are close by, but in terms of bathing you’ll have t Read more...
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Notable campgrounds
- Tent and RV Sites: Choose a spot amid the natural beauty for traditional camping.
- Screened Shelters: Enjoy a rustic stay with the comfort of a sheltered space.
- Yurts: Experience a unique blend of camping and comfort in a cozy yurt.
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When to go
The best time to visit Abilene State Park is from March to November when the weather is ideal for outdoor activities. However, it's also the busiest season, so plan ahead. The summer months can be hot, so if you prefer cooler weather, aim for spring or fall visits.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there options for camping at Abilene State Park?
You can camp at a tent or RV site, or in a screened shelter at Abilene State Park. For a bit of adventure, you can also stay in one of the yurts.
Can I fish at Abilene State Park?
Yes, you can fish at Lake Abilene or Buffalo Wallow Pond at Abilene State Park. Fishing from shore in a state park does not require a license.
Can I rent a canoe or kayak at Abilene State Park?
Yes, you can rent a canoe or kayak at a vending machine near the lake at Abilene State Park.
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