Tyler State Park (Texas)

Tyler State Park is a state park north of Tyler, Texas. It is 985.5acre in Smith County, north of Tyler. The park includes a 64acre 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.Activities include picnicking; camping; boating (motors allowed - 5mi/h speed limit); boat rentals; fishing; birding; hiking; mountain biking; lake swimming (in unsupervised swimming area); and nature study.FacilitiesRestrooms with and without showersPicnic sites Campsites with waterCampsites with water and electricity Campsites with water, electricity, and sewer Screened sheltersA group camp with 6 cabins for overnight use and a dining hall with a full kitchen for day-use only; cabins and dining hall can be rented together or separately.Trailer dump stationsA group dining hallA 2.5mi hiking trailA 13mi mountain bike trailA 0.75mi nature trailAn amphitheater on the lake shoreA seasonal grocery store that sells souvenirs and fishing supplies and rents canoes, paddle boats, kayaks, and fishing boats; a laundry tub; and a concrete launching ramp with a courtesy dock.Flora/FaunaSituated 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.DirectionsTyler State Park is located 2mi north of Interstate 20 on FM 14 north of Tyler on Park Road 16.