Big Spring State Park

Texas State Park · Howard County

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⚠️ Road Closure

Oct. 29, 2026 - The access road to the CCC restroom is closed for maintenance. The restrooms remain open but can only be accessed by walking.

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Phones Down
Oct. 9, 2026 - Phones are down in the park.

Water Contaminant Notice
Oct. 9, 2026 - The park uses water provided by the City of Big Spring. The city has issued a notice that its water exceeds 'Maximum Containment Level' of trihalomethanes. Learn more about this contaminant on the city's website.
Check back for updates.

Screwworm Alert
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.

Burn Ban
May 15, 2026 - No wood or charcoal fires are allowed. You may cook with containerized fuel stoves (i.e. propane).

🔥 Burn ban in effect

HoursOpen daily, · 8 a.m. to sunset.

CountyHoward

Elevation2,810 ft

CampingDay use only

Directions Official TPWD page Park map Trail map Log a visit

Big Spring State Park hours

Open daily,

8 a.m. to sunset.

Hours as published by TPWD. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Big Spring State Park

Expansive 100-mile views from atop a 200-foot limestone bluff overlooking the West Texas plains. Stroll the historic scenic drive built by the CCC, explore nature trails through desert plants, or picnic at the summit.

Things to do

🥾 Hiking
🚲 Biking

Amenities & facilities

👥 Group Sites
🛝 Playground
🌿 Nature Center
♿ Accessible Facilities
🌞 Day Use Only

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Pavilion

Trails

Nature Trail 0.4 mi · Easy
Scenic Mountain Loop 4 mi · Moderate
Outer Limits Trail 1.2 mi · Challenging
Sotol Stroll Loop 0.6 mi · Easy

As listed on the park’s trail map.

Contact

Phone432-263-4931

AddressNo. 1 Scenic Drive, Big Spring, TX 79720

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