Fort Richardson State Park, Historic Site & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Open daily; hours not posted
- Entrance fee
- $4 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 67 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(940) 567-3506
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Fort Richardson State Park, Historic Site & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway is a park in Jack County, in Jacksboro.
Visitors come for horseback riding, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a fishing pier. Camping is available: 67 campsites across 6 camping areas, including RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, group camping, and showers. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Open daily (hours not posted) | ||
Official wording
Open daily. We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center before you visit.
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 | $4 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $4 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
- Recommended
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Hookup Campsites These are sites #1-4 in the West Camping Loop. | 4 | Water hookup; Sewer hookup; 20/30/50-amp electricShowersPicnic tableFire ring/grillBack-in parkingTents and RVs allowed | $25 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (20/30/50 amp) These sites are in the West Camping Loop. | 19 | Water hookup; 20/30/50-amp electricShowersPicnic tableFire ring w/ grillSome pull-through sitesTents and RVs allowed | $22 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (20/30 amp) Sites are in the East Camping Loop. | 18 | Water hookup; 20/30-amp electricShowersPicnic tableFire ring/grillSome pull-through sitesTents and RVs allowed | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (North Park - 20/30/50 amp) These sites are 3 miles from the main park on Lost Creek Reservoir, at our North Park location. Sites are close to a swimming beach, fishing pier and kayak launch. These sites are limited to single axle trailers or tents, only. | 14 | Water hookup; 20/30/50-amp electricPicnic tableFire ring w/ grillRestroom nearby | $25 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Group Camp (Scout Camp) Must walk 100 yards from the parking area to reach the Scout camp area. Area has three picnic tables and fire rings with charcoal grills. | 1 | WaterRestrooms nearbyThree picnic tablesThree fire rings/grills | $15 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Overflow Campsites Located adjacent to the parking lot is a grassy area for overflow tent camping. | 11 | Water nearbyPicnic tableNon-reservableFire ring/grill | $12 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Stay overnight at a cabin or campsite. Restrooms with showers are in the park. Reserve the group camp for a gathering of friends or family.
The park has five campsites for horseback riders next to the trailway.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingHorseback ridingHikingFishingHistoric sites and toursCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Twelve miles of trails are open to all users – hikers, bikers and horseback riders.
The nine-mile (one-way) Lost Creek Reservoir Trailway winds along scenic Lost Creek and the shores of two lakes. It ends at our north park.
Learn more on our Trails Information page.
Swimming
Take your family to North Park to swim in Lake Jacksboro. The park has a sand beach, covered tables, water spigots and restrooms (no showers).
We do not have lifeguards. Read through our swimming safety tips before your visit.
Fishing
Try your luck fishing at two lakes! You do not need a fishing license to fish from shore or pier in a state park.
Quarry Lake is behind park headquarters. TPWD stocks the lake with bass, catfish and (in winter months) trout.
At North Park, you can fish Lake Jacksboro from the shore or launch a kayak (you’ll need a fishing license to fish from a boat). This park has a restroom (no shower) and water-only campsites.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
- Group facilities
Water
- Fishing pier
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ 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
- 228 State Park Road 61
Jacksboro, TX 76458 - Nearest town
- Jacksboro
- Coordinates
- 33.2062, -98.1570
- Phone
- (940) 567-3506
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
“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