Fort Parker State Park

About Fort Parker State Park

Calm river waters and peaceful woodlands where the Navasota River meets Fort Parker Lake. Canoe or kayak the quiet channels, hike through shady forests, and explore the reconstructed historic fort.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🚲 Biking
• 🛶 Paddling
• 🏊 Swimming
• 🎣 Fishing
• ⛵ Boating
• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 🏕️ Campsites
• 🚿 Restrooms & Showers
• 🛖 Cabins
• ⛺ Screened Shelters
• 👥 Group Sites
• 🚤 Boat Ramp
• ♿ ADA Accessible
• 🐕 Pets Allowed

RV / campsite hookups

• ⚡ Electric & Water
• 💧 Water Only
• ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

• Campsites with Electricity
• Campsite with Electricity (Tent Only)
• Campsites with Water (Tents Only)
• Group Camp (Scout Camping Wilderness)

Entrance fee

$5 per adult (13+)

Upcoming events at Fort Parker State Park

• Turtle TimeJul 18, 2026
• Fairfield Library - Skins, Skulls, Scat & TracksJul 22, 2026
• Lakeside ChristmasDec 9, 2026
• Lakeside ChristmasDec 11, 2026
• Lakeside ChristmasDec 12, 2026
• New Year's Eve: Sunset ReflectionsDec 31, 2026
• New Year's Eve: Night HikeDec 31, 2026
• Kid Fish EventFeb 10, 2027
• Kid Fish EventFeb 12, 2027
• Kid Fish EventFeb 13, 2027

Event details and registration are on the TPWD calendar.

Nearby Texas state parks

• Fort Boggy State Park
• Lake Whitney State Park
• Post Oak Ridge State Park
• Mother Neff State Park
• Purtis Creek State Park
• Meridian State Park