Mineral Wells TX State Park
Mineral Wells TX, State Park is located about 15 minutes west of downtown Weatherford Texas, and just around the bend from Clark Gardens. This beautiful state park is a hit with children and parents alike, because there is just so much to do here.
Near the beach, there is a boat ramp and grocery store, where you can also rent canoes and paddleboats. Bring your fishing pole, and stay for a spell; there are many fish to catch. Some species you can expect to find are Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Sunfish, and Crappie.
If you’re more the adventurous type and like to hike or scale cliffs, you will love this park!
You would never know it, but there is a large cavern with sheer cliffs right off the shore of the lake. This spot is very popular with rock climbers, and even if you aren’t that daring, it is fun to watch them from the lookout points. Of course, you can get a close up view by taking a steep rock staircase down into the ravine, which the locals call “The Hallow.” Once there, you can explore the many narrow passageways, or follow the hiking trail around the lake. This park is also a stop on the Mineral Wells TX Trailway. This 20 mile hiking, biking, and equestrian trail was once the route of the train that ran from Weatherford to Mineral Wells. The train track was shut down in 1992, and was overhauled and reopened in 1998 as a beautiful trailway complete with 16 bridges!
Enjoy a cowboy campfire, or take a night hike and listen for owl sounds. Check the
calendar of events
to see what’s on the schedule.
Camping is also available at Mineral Wells TX State Park. From rustic camp sites, to screened shelters with running water and electricity, this park has you covered! They also have a large campground with great lake views just for you RV’rs! Campfires are permitted and firewood is available at the grocery store inside the park.
While you’re there, head on over to
Clark Gardens
, and discover a botanical wonderland.
This grand hotel, once famous for its mineral water, is worth getting out of the car and snooping around.
Peek through the windows and over the rock walls, its fun, in a creepy kind of way. Many claim that it is haunted, and there are many stories online, and several You-Tube videos of the “so-called” ghosts.
It is a beautiful hotel, and one can just imagine what it looked like in its heyday.
Visiting Mineral Wells TX is like stepping back in time. It has a goldmine of dusty antique treasures just waiting to be found. There are still lots of great places to eat, and modern stores to browse, but the downtown area is packed full of old-time Texas charm. Don't forget to stop by and take a sip of the
Crazy Water
that put this town on the map!
So what are you waiting for? Go take a hike! For more information on rock climbing and camping facilities, visit the official
Mineral Wells TX State Park Website.
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First off, there is this huge blue glistening lake surrounded by a lush forest of trees. Children love the sandy beach, and the wading area is well liked by parents because you can wade a long way out, and still be waist deep.
Another great attraction is the outdoor amphitheater, where they hold events each weekend that are free with admission to the park.
Or take a 5 minute drive to the town of
One thing is for sure, it entertained many well known celebrities such as Clark Gable, Judy Garland, Roy Rogers, and Pat Boone, just to name a few.
