Meridian State Park
Meridian State Park | |
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Nearest town | Meridian, Texas |
Coordinates | 31°53′27″N 97°41′51″W / 31.890791°N 97.697566°W |
Area | 505.4 acres (204.5 ha) |
Elevation | 1,040 feet (320 m) |
Opened | 1935 |
Owned by | Texas Parks & Wildlife Department |
Website | tpwd |
Meridian State Park is a state park in Bosque County, Texas, United States. The park is 505 acres (204 ha).
History
The park opened in 1935, two years after the state acquired the land from private owners. The park's facilities were constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Recreation
The park has over 5 miles of hiking trails, as well as opportunities for swimming, fishing, and paddling in Lake Meridian. There are various types of campsites, as well as screened shelters and three cabins.
Nature
The park has a wide variety of wildlife. Among its bird species is the endangered golden-cheeked warbler, which nests in Ashe juniper trees during the summer. Fish species in the lake include bream, crappie, catfish, and largemouth bass.