TYLER STATE PARK
Tyler State Park is 985.5 acres in Smith County, north of Tyler. The park includes a 64-acre lake. The land was deeded by private owners in 1934 and 1935; original improvements were made by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). The park opened in 1939.
Situated in the pineywoods, the steep dissected hillsides and the lake, with its associated vegetation, provides considerable habitat variety. Wildlife species are characteristic of east Texas: deer, squirrels, raccoons, opossums, as well as numerous species of birds. Popular fish include crappie, perch, catfish, and bass.
You can enjoy freshwater fishing in a 64-acre spring-fed lake. Species include crappie, perch, catfish and bass. A valid Texas Fishing License is required for those aged over 17 years old.
Fishing gear rentals are available on-site if you don't have your own equipment. You may also participate in catch-and-release fly-fishing activities.
The park offers several piers to fish from or you could rent a boat at the concession area.
Tyler State Park is located near Lindale, Mineola and Tyler
1. Tyler State Park offers numerous picnic tables scattered throughout the park.
2. There are also group pavilions available for larger gatherings.
3. Picnic sites with water and electricity can be reserved in advance.
4. Many picnic spots have grills or fire rings, perfect for barbecues or campfires.
5. Visitors can enjoy picnicking by the lake under tall pine trees providing ample shade.
Birding enthusiasts can spot species like the Red-eyed Vireo, Summer Tanager and Pine Warbler. The park's diverse habitats attract a variety of birds including waterfowl on its lake. Birders may also see woodland species such as Wood Ducks, Great Blue Herons or Belted Kingfishers. Songbirds are common in spring and fall migration periods with sightings of warblers, vireos and flycatchers possible.
Nearby attractions include Texas State Railroad State Historic Site; Martin Creek State Park, and Purtis Creek State Park; Tyler Municipal Rose Garden, famous as rose capital of world; Tyler Junior College and planetarium; Brookshire World of Wildlife; Carnegie History Center; Kilgore Oil Museum; Morton Salt Mines in Grand Saline, 40 miles from park; Canton Trade Days (1st Monday monthly); Spring Flower Trail (March); Rose Festival (October); Tyler Zoo; and the Goodman Museum. Only 20 to 30 minutes away is Gladewater, "The Antique Capital of East Texas." While you are in the area, visit the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens a unique TPWD facility showcasing aquatic life and sport fishing in Texas.
You can reach the park from exits 330 and 331 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike; from Exit 330 follow PA 332 east from Willow Grove through Richboro and from Exit 331 follow US 1 north to I-95. Follow I-95 north to the Newtown/Yardley Exit 49, then drive west on the four-lane bypass around Newtown. The park entrance is at the intersection of Swamp Road and the four-lane bypass.
my family and i have gone to tyler for the past 6 years and we do not get bored of it...we go with many other people every year we invite new people to come along and they end up loving it as well
We were booked for one night, and left 3 days later. The staff worked hard to keep us in one spot. This is one of the best parks we have stayed in during our travels.
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