Commission Meeting Agenda Item No. 10
Presenter: Jason Estrella

Action
Acquisition of Land – Kimble County
Approximately 15 Acres at South Llano River State Park
May 26, 2022

I.      Executive Summary:  Acquiring adjacent properties from willing sellers remains a priority for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to minimize operational and management conflicts and ensure the conservation of TPWD public lands.  TPWD staff has identified an approximately 15-acre tract adjacent to the South Llano River State Park (SP) that is currently listed for sale.

II.     Discussion:  South Llano River SP consists of approximately 2600 acres outside of Junction, Texas and sits along the banks of the South Llano River.  The park was opened in 1990 as a result of a generous donation by Mr. Walter Buck in 1977.  Today the park offers swimming in the South Llano River, nature viewing, hiking, mountain biking, and primitive tent camping for the public. 

TPWD staff has an interest in the acquisition of an approximately 15-acre tract to improve public access to the South Llano River, allow future expansion of the recreational opportunities of the park, and minimize an ongoing trespass issue.

III.   Recommendation:  The staff recommends the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission adopt the following motion:

“The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission authorizes the Executive Director to take all necessary steps to acquire approximately 15 acres adjacent to South Llano River State Park.”

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Exhibit A

Location Map for South Llano River State Park in Kimble County

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Exhibit B

Vicinity Map for South Llano River State Park Junction Texas

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Exhibit C

Site Map of Proposed Acquisition
South Llano River State Park Outlined in Red
Subject Tract in Yellow

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Exhibit D

Site Map of Subject Tract
Proposed Land Acquisition in Yellow
South Llano River State Park Outlined in Red