GOLIAD STATE PARK
A wonderful opportunity to experience a blending of natural and cultural resources awaits visitors to Goliad State Park. Situated within three ecological zones and located on the San Antonio River, the park offers a variety of flora and fauna blending with tangible remains of Texas history and culture. The park serves as a hub for visiting the Mission Espiritu Santo State Historic Site (located in the park), the Presidio La Bahia, the Ignacio Zaragoza Birthplace State Historic Site, Fannin Battleground State Historic Site, the Goliad Historic District, and Mission Rosario State Historic Site. Surrounding ranches and oil fields remind visitors of the role the area played in the unfolding of Texas' history and economy. The park offers outstanding recreational activities and facilities.
Anglers can enjoy fishing in the San Antonio River, home to species like catfish and bass. The park's Mission Espiritu Santo offers a serene backdrop for this activity. Fishing gear is not provided so visitors must bring their own equipment. A valid Texas fishing license is required for those over 17 years old.
1. Goliad State Park offers numerous picnic tables and grills for visitors.
2. There are shaded areas perfect for picnicking near the river.
3. Visitors can enjoy a packed lunch while observing local wildlife.
4. The park provides trash cans to keep picnic spots clean and tidy.
5. Picnic pavilions available on first-come, first-serve basis or by reservation in advance.
Birdwatchers can enjoy spotting species such as the Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay and Red-tailed Hawk. Other common sightings include White-eyed Vireo, Painted Bunting and Black-crested Titmouse. The park's diverse habitats attract a variety of migratory birds too.
Every Texan especially a native Texan MUST visit Goliad and take time to reflect there. You will be moved after seeing this hallowed place!!
enjoy the history and also help the kids to enjoy history better then just reading their texa history book
The park is beautiful with the San Antonio river running along it. Interesting and historical. Great place to camp as a youth group, Boy Scout troop or a family. As a scoutmaster it is one of my favorite places to camp.
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