Texas is an enormous state with a myriad of parks to visit, but parks are not always accessible. Fortunately, there are a number of beautiful parks that have exceptional accessibility. Be aware all state parks are following Covid-19 protocols and will have limited capacity and or closures.
Bastrop State Park
A short drive from Austin this park is home to the lost pines. Additionally, the park has two wheelchair-accessible cabins that can be reserved in advance. A great place for a weekend gateway. Only a 2 and a half-hour drive from Houston.
Bastrop State Pa
Brazos Bend State Park
A 30-minute drive from Houston this park is renowned for its American alligators. The park is accessible with a few viewing platforms and trails that are wheelchair accessible. Park has one accessible cabin that can be reserved and two campsites are accessible.
Brazos Bend
Caddo Lake State Park
Enjoy stunning Spanish moss-draped bayous or go fishing. Lake is home to 70 different species of fish. Also, the park has a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier and a nice interpretive trail.
Caddo Lake
Davis Mountains State Park
Go stargazing or go on a scenic trail in the Davis Mountains. Thus, witness the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert that extends as far as Arizona and Mexico. Also, stay at the Indian Lodge, which has several wheelchair-accessible rooms and is located inside the park.
Davis Mountains
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Located north of San Antonio, ignorant of urban sprawl, this park offers scenic trails and beautiful spots for camping. Accessibility is fairly good with modern facilities only a short distance from the campgrounds. Additionally, with capacity limits, it is recommended to make a camping reservation in advance.
Government Canyon
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Site of the famous Battle of Goliad during the Texas Revolution. Also, home to the Fanin Memorial Monument. Besides the battle, visitors can see the historic Mission Espiritu Santo and the Spanish Fort Presidio La Bahía. Lastly, visit the city of Goliad, established in 1749 by Spanish colonists.
Goliad
Huntsville State Park
An hour drive north of Houston this park is home to beautiful pine trees and majestic birds. Other things visitors can enjoy are fishing and camping. Park has an accessible pier and a few accessible campsites.
Huntsville
Kickapoo Cavern State Park
View thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats at dusk or go camping with scenic backgrounds of cacti and South Texas shrubs. The cave isn’t accessible, but the park offers accessible bat flight tours. Tours are from March to October.
Kickapoo
Lost Maples State Natural Area
See the beautiful fall foliage in the Texas hill country. Or take a scenic drive to see the beautiful Sabinal river or the breathtaking canyon walls. Great place for a picnic or family photo. The picnic site is wheelchair accessible. Park is about 2 hours northwest of San Antonio.
Lost Maples
Monahans Sandhills State Park
Witness beautiful white sand dunes only a short drive west of Odessa. View unique wildlife such as Javelinas or take a stroll in a small forest of Shin Oaks. Be aware the sand dunes will be difficult for most wheelchairs and is recommended to use a beach wheelchair if you have one.
Monahans Sandhil
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Known as the second-largest canyon in the US behind the Grand Canyon with beautiful red canyons. Enjoy the natural beauty that was once inhabited by the ancient Clovis peoples 12,000 years ago.
Park has a few camping sites that are accessible and next to accessible restrooms.
Palo Duro Canyon
