Estero Llano Grande State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $5 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(956) 565-3919
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Screwworm AlertJune 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do… (more)
June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do not move the animal. Call the Texas Animal Health Commission at (800) 550‑8242 or contact a private veterinarian. For wildlife with suspicious wounds or maggots, notify park staff or call (512) 389‑4505.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
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Estero Llano Grande State Park is a 225-acre park in Hidalgo County, about 2 miles north of Progreso.
The park supports biking, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 5 miles of trails.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and are not permitted in any buildings at Texas State Parks. Some parks restrict pets on certain trails.
Statewide rule from Texas's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult | $5 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $5 Daily • Child 12 Years and Under : Free
Texas park passes
- Texas State Parks Pass — $70 per year. Free entry for the holder and guests at the state parks it covers, plus camping and store discounts; a second pass for someone at the same address is $25 Details
- Texas Parklands Passport. Discounted or free entry for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members Details
From the Texas state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Things to do
BikingHikingPicnicking
Trails
Explore wetlands, ponds, woodlands and thorn scrub on more than 5 miles of trails. About 2 miles of trail are wheelchair accessible.
We have several all-terrain wheelchairs for use in the park. Visit our Accessibility Information page for to learn more.
Be safe on the trails, no matter how you access them. Bring plenty of water and travel with a partner.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Park or camp store
- Drinking water: not available (stated by the park)
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 3301 S. International Blvd. (FM 1015)
Weslaco, TX 78596 - Nearest town
- Progreso — about 2 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 26.1264, -97.9565
- Phone
- (956) 565-3919
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: ESTER0 LLANO GRANDE STATE PARK (2-27-12) Visitor's Center (16478333969).jpg — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), ALAN SCHMIERER
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology