State Parks Near Uvalde, Texas

5 state park units lie within 50 miles of Uvalde. The closest is Bear Creek State Park, about 24 mi north of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Bear Creek State Park24 mi north
Within 25 miles
1of 5 within 50 mi
With camping
41 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Uvalde, nearest first

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

  1. Bear Creek State Park

    24 miles north · Concan, Texas · State Park

    Bear Creek State Park is a park in Uvalde County, about 24 miles north of Uvalde.

    Temporarily closed1 alert

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  2. Garner State Park

    27 miles north · Concan, Texas · State Park

    Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals.

    2 alerts347 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$8 per day

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  3. Lost Maples State Natural Area

    43 miles north · Vanderpool, Texas · State Natural Area

    Things to do include fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Its trail network totals roughly 10 miles, according to the park.

    2 alerts60 campsitesHikingFishing$6 per adult

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  4. Hill Country State Natural Area

    46 miles northeast · Bandera, Texas · State Natural Area

    Visitors come for horseback riding, mountain biking, biking, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: 20 campsites across 8 camping areas, including tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping.

    2 alerts20 campsitesHiking$6 per adult

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  5. Kickapoo Cavern State Park

    49 miles northwest · Brackettville, Texas · State Park

    The park supports mountain biking, biking, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include 15 campsites across 3 camping areas, with RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, group camping, and showers.

    Temporarily closed2 alerts15 campsitesHiking$3 per adult

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Uvalde

  1. Garner State Park 27 mi north · 347 campsites
  2. Lost Maples State Natural Area 43 mi north · 60 campsites
  3. Hill Country State Natural Area 46 mi northeast · 20 campsites
  4. Kickapoo Cavern State Park 49 mi northwest · 15 campsites

Cabins and lodging near Uvalde

  1. Garner State Park 27 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Uvalde

  1. Garner State Park 27 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Uvalde

  1. Garner State Park 27 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  2. Lost Maples State Natural Area 43 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  3. Hill Country State Natural Area 46 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  4. Kickapoo Cavern State Park 49 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed

Fishing near Uvalde

  1. Garner State Park 27 mi north · Fishing listed
  2. Lost Maples State Natural Area 43 mi north · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Uvalde

What is the closest state park to Uvalde?

Bear Creek State Park is the closest, about 24 miles north of Uvalde in a straight line. Next are Garner State Park and Lost Maples State Natural Area.

How many state parks are near Uvalde?

5 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 Uvalde have camping?

4 parks list camping, the nearest being Garner State Park, Lost Maples State Natural Area and Hill Country State Natural Area. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Uvalde?

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

Are there free state parks near Uvalde?

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.