Tyler State Park, Tyler

I took a book to Tyler State Park that I had been looking forward to reading, thinking I would have plenty of time to curl up in a chair near the campfire and read, but during our 4 days in Tyler, I never even took the book out of the car!  There was so much to do at the park, and in Tyler, itself!

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Make reservations early, this is a very popular park and fills up quickly!

The store across the street from the park entrance stays open late, and sells firewood and fire starters, a necessity after a spring rain!

 

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Swim Beach

Bring your swimsuit, because Tyler has a terrific swim beach!  The water was still a little too chilly for us in early April, but it sure did look tempting!  The swim platform is about 40′ from shore, so make sure young and weak swimmers wear a lifejacket.

No life guards.

 

 

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Canoe, Kayak, Paddleboard and Pedalboat Rentals

Explore the lake by paddle.  Life jackets provided.

The park has a fishing tackle loaner program, too.

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Park Store

Purchase last minute necessities at the park store, and some fun souvenirs, too!

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The park offers some limited-use cabins, as well as RV and Tent camping under the East Texas pines!  Our camping spot was on a very quiet circle, where the kids could play ball and not worry about traffic, but I loved campsite #32 (above) for it’s terrific view!

Trails

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The highlight of the Whispering Pines Nature Trail is the Children’s Wading Pool.  Built in 1938 by the Civilian Conservation Corp, the spring-fed pool, bubbling waterfall and shaded grounds was a popular picnic spot!  The spring no longer flows due to an accumulation of silt and debris!  I would love to see Texas Parks and Wildlife renovate this landmark!

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Lakeshore Trail

This lakeside trail circles the entire lake, and is one of my favorite morning hikes!  We spotted alligator gar, many frogs and a red-headed woodpecker as we made our way around the lake!

Take your bikes!  In addition to a long loop of Mountain Bike Trails in the park, Tyler has many great trails around the city.

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Things To Do in Tyler

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Tiger Creek Wildlife Refuge is home to over 40 big cats that have been rescued.  Click HERE to read more.


Tyler State Park

789 Park Road 16, Tyler

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