For camping, the park has water only sites, water and electric hookups, and restrooms with showers. Miles and miles of hike and bike and equestrian trails also wind throughout the park.

Cowboy poetry and stargazing are some of the programs offered at the new Lone Star Amphitheater. Head for Penitentiary Hollow, where stone steps laid more than 50 years ago wind through a lakeside labyrinth of giant boulders, rock walls and narrow canyons. An overlook on a nearby bluff provides stunning views of the 646-acre lake.

Most surprising to first-time visitors are rock-climbing opportunities on bluffs on the east side of the lake. As would be expected in the rolling North Texas terrain, the cliffs are generally no more than 35 to 40 feet high. However, the sheer rock faces and overhangs offer plenty of challenges to climbers.

To experience some of the finest spring wildflowers, take part in our guided programs with one of our park knowledgeable interpreters. For those who enjoy wildlife viewing, the park is home to many different animals including white-tailed deer, wild turkeys and many bird species.

Lake Mineral Wells State Trailway

A 20-mile-long, multi-use trail converted from an abandoned railroad right-of-way runs from just northwest of Weatherford to downtown Mineral Wells. Bring your bike, your horse or your own hooves!

Directions

From Fort Worth: Take Hwy 180 West for approximately 45 miles. Park is directly off Hwy 180.

From Abilene: Take I 20 East to Hwy 281. Go North on Hwy 281 to Mineral Wells. Take Hwy 180 East about 3 miles. Park is directly off Hwy 180.