Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center

Texas State Park · Harris County

⚠️ Special Event

The park will be closed until 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17th, 2026 for the Annual Halloween in the Park event.

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Parking will be offsite on the backside of CE King High School, in the student parking lot off of Innovation Rd. Free shuttles will be running through the night to and from the park.

Road Construction
May 2, 2026 - Construction is underway on Park Road 138. Sections of the park road are reduced to one lane. Parking is limited. Expect temporary closures of the park and the Prairie Boardwalk Trail. Please plan for extra drive time entering and exiting the park.
Check our Facebook page for updates about closures.

Elevator Closure
Feb. 21, 2026 - The elevator at the John Jacob Observation Tower is closed for maintenance. The tower remains open by stairs only at this time.
Check back for updates.

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CountyHarris

Elevation41 - 50 ft

CampingDay use only

Directions Official TPWD page Park map Trail map Log a visit

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center hours

Open daily:

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Closed:

Thanksgiving Day

Dec. 24 & Dec. 25.

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

About Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center

A green oasis featuring wetland restoration ponds, a 28-acre lake, and a spectacular 82-foot observation tower. Walk the boardwalks to spot alligators and birds, paddle the quiet waters, and climb the tower for views of the Houston skyline.