Star Party

Let your imagination blast off with captivating constellation stories and stargazing through a telescope!

Kick back and look up with volunteer astronomer Chris Emory to discover just how bright a Texas night can be! You will enjoy storytelling and stargazing through a telescope for a closer look at distant stars, planets, and other celestial wonders.

All ages and experience levels are welcome!

Meet: 8:30 pm @ the Day Use Area

Bring: Water, bug spray, a chair or blanket, & red lights only, please!

Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas Parks Pass. Please use the self-pay station outside of Park HQ if you are arriving after office hours.

After Hour Passes: You can reserve your pass online here. If you do not reserve your day pass ahead of time online, you will need to come with exact change or your Texas State Parks Pass to fill out a self-pay envelope at the Front Office.

Note: This Star Party is subject to cancellation due to weather conditions and cloud cover. Please call our office at (254) 435-2536 during operating hours (8:00 am - 4:45 pm) to check on the program's status.