Estero Llano Grande State Park

About Estero Llano Grande State Park

A lush, bird-rich wetland sanctuary featuring boardwalks, shallow ponds, and subtropical woodlands. Walk the easy trails to spot rare tropical birds, butterflies, and alligators in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🚲 Biking
• 🐦 Birding
• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 👥 Group Sites
• ♿ ADA Accessible
• 🐕 Pets Allowed
• 🌞 Day Use Only

Entrance fee

$5 per adult (13+)

Upcoming events at Estero Llano Grande State Park

• Butterfly and Dragonfly ToursJul 17, 2026
• World Birding Center Birding ToursJul 18, 2026
• Archery 101Jul 18, 2026
• Morning Electric Tram TourJul 19, 2026
• Estero's 20th Anniversary: Tram & a Craft!Jul 19, 2026
• World Birding Center Birding ToursJul 22, 2026
• Butterfly and Dragonfly ToursJul 24, 2026
• World Birding Center Birding ToursJul 25, 2026
• Archery 101Jul 25, 2026
• Morning Electric Tram TourJul 26, 2026

Event details and registration are on the TPWD calendar.

Nearby Texas state parks

• Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
• Resaca de la Palma State Park
• Falcon State Park
• Mustang Island State Park
• Lake Corpus Christi State Park
• Lake Casa Blanca International State Park