State Parks Near Stephenville, Texas

6 state park units lie within 50 miles of Stephenville. The closest is Dinosaur Valley State Park, about 24 mi east of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Dinosaur Valley State Park24 mi east
Within 25 miles
1of 6 within 50 mi
With camping
64 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Stephenville, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Stephenville; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Dinosaur Valley State Park

    24 miles east · Glen Rose, Texas · State Park

    The park supports horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, and biking.

    1 alert53 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$8 per adult

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  2. Palo Pinto Mountains State Park

    30 miles northwest · Strawn, Texas · State Park

    Things to do include horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp and a fishing pier.

    1 alert48 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$7 per adult

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  3. Meridian State Park

    38 miles southeast · Meridian, Texas · State Park

    Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

    24 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$5 per adult

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  4. Cleburne State Park

    39 miles east · Cleburne, Texas · State Park

    Popular activities here are mountain biking, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

    58 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$6 per day

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  5. Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway

    43 miles north · Mineral Wells, Texas · State Park & Trailway

    Popular activities here are rock climbing, horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. On the water side, there is a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

    108 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$7 per adult

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  6. Possum Kingdom State Park

    50 miles northwest · Caddo, Texas · State Park

    The park supports historic sites, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

    1 alert124 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$4 per adult

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Stephenville

  1. Dinosaur Valley State Park 24 mi east · 53 campsites
  2. Palo Pinto Mountains State Park 30 mi northwest · 48 campsites
  3. Meridian State Park 38 mi southeast · 24 campsites
  4. Cleburne State Park 39 mi east · 58 campsites
  5. Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 43 mi north · 108 campsites

+ 1 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Stephenville

  1. Meridian State Park 38 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Cleburne State Park 39 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 43 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
  4. Possum Kingdom State Park 50 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Stephenville

  1. Dinosaur Valley State Park 24 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Palo Pinto Mountains State Park 30 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Meridian State Park 38 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Cleburne State Park 39 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  5. Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 43 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area

+ 1 more in the list above

Hiking near Stephenville

  1. Dinosaur Valley State Park 24 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  2. Palo Pinto Mountains State Park 30 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
  3. Meridian State Park 38 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  4. Cleburne State Park 39 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  5. Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 43 mi north · Hiking trails listed

+ 1 more in the list above

Fishing near Stephenville

  1. Dinosaur Valley State Park 24 mi east · Fishing listed
  2. Palo Pinto Mountains State Park 30 mi northwest · Fishing listed
  3. Meridian State Park 38 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  4. Cleburne State Park 39 mi east · Fishing listed
  5. Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway 43 mi north · Fishing listed

+ 1 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Stephenville

What is the closest state park to Stephenville?

Dinosaur Valley State Park is the closest, about 24 miles east of Stephenville in a straight line. Next are Palo Pinto Mountains State Park and Meridian State Park.

How many state parks are near Stephenville?

6 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Stephenville have camping?

6 parks list camping, the nearest being Dinosaur Valley State Park, Palo Pinto Mountains State Park and Meridian State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Stephenville?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Stephenville?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.