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Big Spring State Park

4.5(684)State Park

About Big Spring State Park

Big Spring State Park, situated at 1 State Park Road 8 in Big Spring, Texas, offers an inviting day-use recreation destination spanning 382 acres. With a notable 4.5-star rating from 684 Google reviews, the property is well loved for its historic, CCC-built features and its easy drive-in access. A signature highlight of the grounds is a towering 200-foot bluff, which provides visitors with spectacular sweeping views where you can see basically the entire city from the top. The setting provides a peaceful outdoor atmosphere once you are away from the street.

Visitors will discover convenient amenities designed for daytime visits, including picnic tables, designated seating areas, and scenic picnic areas with views. Families can take advantage of the on-site playground, and vaults are available for guest convenience. For those looking to stay active, the park features pretty trails with lots of uneven terrain alongside a three-mile loop road that provides consistency for walking while taking in the surrounding scenery.

Reviews

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Dee Dee

2 months ago

5.0

Day use only, and they mean it! Spectacular views, pretty trails. CCC-built, worth a trip to see! Picnic areas with views, playground, vaults. Easy to drive in and out.

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Maki Senpai

a month ago

4.0

Nice little 4 mile around park I like walking it for the views and consistency

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Liz B-M

7 months ago

5.0

very peaceful once you're not right beside the street. apparently there are seating areas as well. lots of uneven terrain, so be prepared for that. you can see basically the entire city once you get to the top. watch out for where people didnt pick up after their dogs though.

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Martin Contreras III

a year ago

5.0

Very nice park to walk around with some really nice views (even though it's a combination of city and nature). Make sure to be hydrated and have water when you go. The big loop isn't hard but it can get you in some spots with the loose rock and changes in elevation. They unfortunately do not have a park store so I can't add to my collection but they do have a nice little play area for kids and a good amount of covered seating/picnic spots.

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Whitney Wilson

4 months ago

3.0

Has a little playground at the top which it looks like they are working to improve (it needs it!), clean restrooms, paved road is well done, trails are easy to navigate. Picnic tables and areas to throw your garbage away. Worth a little morning getaway. You could easily park at the bottom and hike up within an hour or two.