Fort Boggy State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife

Fort Boggy State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife In early 1840, the John Byrns and Christopher C. Stanley families established the first settlement near Boggy Creek.

The settlers built Fort Boggy, a palisade fort, to protect them from frontier raids and food shortages.

Bird house...frog house...same same, right? 🐸Fun fact: Gray tree frogs can change color based on their surroundings and ...
09/15/2026

Bird house...frog house...same same, right? 🐸
Fun fact: Gray tree frogs can change color based on their surroundings and the temperature.

We started off this sunny Saturday by celebrating and discovering the aquatic insects in our lake! It was a blast to s...
09/12/2026

We started off this sunny Saturday by celebrating and discovering the aquatic insects in our lake! It was a blast to see everyone exploring, sharing, and spending time at the park.

Sometimes the best moments out here happen when nature decides to show off a little bitEvery now and then, the breeze se...
09/09/2026

Sometimes the best moments out here happen when nature decides to show off a little bit
Every now and then, the breeze settles down, the water goes still, and the world above gets perfectly mirrored below. It’s like the park whispers, “Hold on… make sure to get my good side.”
If you catch it at just the right time, the reflection on the water looks so serene you’d swear the whole scene was a painting

Now that we’re at the end…. How many people have already noticed these pictures are flipped upside down?
If you look closely you can see some ripples in the water which is oriented to be where the sky usually is

Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine featured us in their August/September issue!🎉 The article is written from a photographer...
09/08/2026

Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine featured us in their August/September issue!🎉 The article is written from a photographer's perspective and truly captures beautiful moments in our park! Click the link in the post to learn about some of the best locations for photos or where to take a quiet moment of reflection.

What better way to kick off the long weekend than with some Geocaching! 🧭Join Ranger Alyssa tomorrow @ 10 A.M. to learn ...
09/04/2026

What better way to kick off the long weekend than with some Geocaching! 🧭
Join Ranger Alyssa tomorrow @ 10 A.M. to learn the basics and find three hidden caches.
This will be a great orientation to get you ready for our "Fast Cache" weekend in October!👀

Check out our monthly programs anytime at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/fort-boggy/park_events

09/02/2026

Stay weather aware!
Fort Boggy State Park is forecasted to receive most of its rain from Tropical Storm Edouard starting tomorrow, please keep up on any alerts and weather warnings while in your travels

Do you ever feel uplifted by nature? During a morning walk along the lake, right as the sun was pulling everything into ...
08/30/2026

Do you ever feel uplifted by nature?
During a morning walk along the lake, right as the sun was pulling everything into its molten grip, these beautiful flowers were peeking out!
Purple Bindweed (Wild Morning Glory) can thrive in hot, dry conditions, creeps its way across vast areas, and blooms when other flowers don't make it.

So, the next time you're having a long day, the heat is wearing you down, or you need a pick me up, take a moment to look at the finer details in the natural world around you. You might be surprised by what can thrive even under the toughest conditions. 😉🌱

🎉Great news! The closing date was extended! Come be a part of the Fort Boggy Team! We’re looking for a dedicated crew me...
08/28/2026

🎉Great news! The closing date was extended!
Come be a part of the Fort Boggy Team! We’re looking for a dedicated crew member to help keep our park beautiful, safe, and running smoothly.
Assist with park maintenance
Care for our natural spaces
Provide friendly visitor services
Operate cool equipment
Help keep our park safe and shining

Apply by September 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Submit your application online using the QR code provided or this link: https://tinyurl.com/fortboggyjobs

Looking for more outdoor adventures as the seasons change? 🍂Here's our September lineup! These programs are for all ages...
08/25/2026

Looking for more outdoor adventures as the seasons change? 🍂
Here's our September lineup! These programs are for all ages and require no prior registration.

08/21/2026

One week left to apply! 🛠🚜Join our team and help keep our park safe and running smoothly!
Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger / Additional Duty Safety Officer) Job ID:102822
Click here to apply: https://tinyurl.com/fortboggyjobs

Address

4994 State Highway 75 S
Centerville, TX
75850

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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+19033441116

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