Tyler State Park, north of Tyler, Texas, is open daily, but headquarters hours and some services vary. For a smoother visit, check current hours and reserve a Tyler State Park ticket in advance: the park often reaches capacity, and a pass does not guarantee a specific parking lot or day-use area.
- Address: 789 Park Road 16, Tyler, TX 75706-9141.
- Headquarters hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with seasonal extensions.
- Day-use admission: $6 for adults age 13 and older; children age 12 and under enter free.
- From Apple Tree Inn, Tyler State Park is about 17 minutes by car.
How to Check Tyler State Park Hours
Tyler State Park is open daily, while headquarters hours and service schedules can vary. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) gives headquarters hours as 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with extended hours seasonally, and advises contacting the park for current details.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
The park store and boat rentals have different seasonal schedules. Boat rentals are available daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and daily except Tuesdays and Wednesdays from Labor Day to Memorial Day. Before planning around a rental, confirm that the service will be available on your visit date.
TPWD describes March to Thanksgiving as the park’s busy season. If you are planning activities around the lake or trails, the Tyler State Park guide to trails, the lake and visitor planning covers what the park offers.
Admission and Reservations
Day-use admission costs $6 per adult age 13 and older, and children age 12 and under enter free. Entrance fees are separate from facility fees unless stated otherwise, and TPWD says fees and information can change.
Reserve a day-use pass ahead of time if you want to guarantee entry. Tyler State Park often reaches capacity, and drop-in visitors may be turned away when the park is full. TPWD allows day-pass reservations up to 30 days before a visit; if space remains, you can also reserve on the arrival date.
An online reservation covers up to eight people per vehicle and up to two vehicles on an arrival date. Larger groups should call TPWD’s customer service center. Keep in mind that a day pass guarantees entrance to the park, not access to a particular day-use area or parking lot.
Parking and Arrival
Tyler State Park is two miles north of Interstate 20 on FM 14, north of Tyler, with access on Park Road 16. Its address is 789 Park Road 16, Tyler, TX 75706-9141.
The park map marks parking areas and requires a valid permit on the windshield of each vehicle in the park. Vehicles must remain on pavement. No separate parking fee is stated.
Because a pass does not reserve a particular lot, allow flexibility about where you park, especially during the busy season. A parking space is not guaranteed by the day-use reservation.
What to Confirm Before Leaving
Before setting out, confirm the park’s current hours, pass availability and any service you plan to use. The park’s phone number is (903) 597-5338. Hours, fees and admission information can change, so check the official site before you go.
It also helps to match your plans to the time you have. TPWD suggests a half-day for activities such as swimming, boating, fishing, shorter hikes, birding, mountain biking or picnicking. A full day allows more time for trails and historic structures. The park has a 64-acre spring-fed lake and more than 13 miles of trails.
FAQs
Can you buy a Tyler State Park day pass at the entrance?
You may buy a pass at the park if any are available. Drop-in admission can stop when the park reaches capacity, so reserving ahead is the safer way to guarantee entry.
Does a day-use pass guarantee a parking space?
No. It guarantees entrance to the park, but not a particular parking lot or day-use area.
Are boat rentals available every day?
They are available daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and daily except Tuesdays and Wednesdays from Labor Day to Memorial Day. Confirm the current schedule before planning your visit around a rental.
Where is Tyler State Park?
The park is at 789 Park Road 16, north of Tyler, Texas, two miles north of Interstate 20 on FM 14.