Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths
roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the
fossil specimens represent the nation's first and only recorded evidence of a
nursery herd of ice age Columbian mammoths.

Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and only recorded evidence of a nursery herd of ice age Columbian mammoths.

Bird's eye view of the park

Waco Mammoth National Monument

The largest lake in the United States to be located entirely within a single
city's municiple boundaries.

The largest lake in the United States to be located entirely within a single city's municiple  boundaries.

## Overview

Airport Beach Shelter, located on one of Waco Lake's sandy beaches, is ideal
for families and friends to enjoy picnicking, sightseeing and water
activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.

## Recreation

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.  
  
A swimming beach, boat ramp and dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.

## Facilities

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.  
  
A swimming beach, boat ramp and dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.

## Natural Features

Airport Beach Park is located on the North Shore of Waco Lake, about a
quarter-mile west of the dam. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River,
which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.

## Nearby Attractions

Waco Lake Wetlands educational tours take visitors through a six-acre nursery
of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds. A zoo is also located
nearby.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Airport Beach Shelter, located on one of Waco Lake's sandy beaches, is ideal for families and friends to enjoy picnicking, sightseeing and water activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.<br/><br/>
A swimming beach, boat ramp and dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.<br/><br/>
A swimming beach, boat ramp and dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Airport Beach Park is located on the North Shore of Waco Lake, about a quarter-mile west of the dam. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Waco Lake Wetlands educational tours take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds. A zoo is also located nearby.

Airport Beach Shelter

## Overview

The year-round campground at Airport Park is perfectly located between Waco
Lake and the Waco Airport. Campers can look south and view the pristine waters
of the lake, or look north and watch airplanes take off and land.

## Recreation

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. A boat ramp and dock help
visitors enjoy the lake.

## Facilities

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. A boat ramp and dock help
visitors enjoy the lake.

## Natural Features

Airport Park is on the northern banks of Waco Lake, near the dam. The lake is
primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central
Texas.

## contact_info

For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for
general information.

## Nearby Attractions

Airport Park is located within the City of Waco and is 10 miles from Magnolia
Market. About 15 min from Airport Park, Waco Lake Wetlands offers educational
tours that take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more
than 130 species of birds. Cameron Park Zoo is also located nearby.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The year-round campground at Airport Park is perfectly located between Waco Lake and the Waco Airport. Campers can look south and view the pristine waters of the lake, or look north and watch airplanes take off and land.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Airport Park is on the northern banks of Waco Lake, near the dam. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for general information.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Airport Park is located within the City of Waco and is 10 miles from Magnolia Market.  About 15 min from Airport Park, Waco Lake Wetlands offers educational tours that take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds.  Cameron Park Zoo is also located nearby.

Sunset on Lake Waco

Boat Ramp

Waco Lake

A herd of deer grazing in Airport Park

wildlife in Airport Park

Airport Park

## Overview

Midway Park is ideal for families and friends to enjoy sightseeing and water
activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.

## Recreation

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.  
  
A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.

## Facilities

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.  
  
A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.

## Natural Features

Midway Park is located on the southeast shore of Waco Lake. The lake boasts
79,000 acre feet of water, providing irrigation and drinking water to
residents of the Waco area.

## Nearby Attractions

Midway Park is located within the City of Waco and is 10 miles from Magnolia
Market. About 15 min from Midway Park, Waco Lake Wetlands offers educational
tours that take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more
than 130 species of birds. Cameron Park Zoo is also located nearby.

## contact_info

For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for
general information.

## Charges & Cancellations

A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late
cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS
Reservation Policy.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Midway Park is ideal for families and friends to enjoy sightseeing and water activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.<br/><br/>
A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.<br/><br/>
A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Midway Park is located on the southeast shore of Waco Lake. The lake boasts 79,000 acre feet of water, providing irrigation and drinking water to residents of the Waco area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Midway Park is located within the City of Waco and is 10 miles from Magnolia Market.  About 15 min from Midway Park, Waco Lake Wetlands offers educational tours that take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds.  Cameron Park Zoo is also located nearby.   
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for general information.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation Policy.

View of Waco Lake from Midway Park

Playground in Midway Park

Campsite with Waco Lake in background

Boat ramp in Midway Park

Midway

## Overview

Reynolds Creek sits on the scenic shores of Waco Lake and provides a variety
of outdoor activities, including equestrian camping.

## Recreation

The Tejas Nature Trail, an easy 1.2-mile hike, starts at the park and winds
its way through a thick blanket of ash and juniper trees. For visitors looking
for a more challenging trek, horseback riding and biking can be done on the
20-mile Lacy Point Hiking and Biking Trail.  
  
  
  
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
and largemouth bass as well as sunfish.  
  
  
A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.

## Facilities

The Tejas Nature Trail, an easy 1.2-mile hike, starts at the park and winds
its way through a thick blanket of ash and juniper trees. For visitors looking
for a more challenging trek, horseback riding and biking can be done on the
20-mile Lacy Point Hiking and Biking Trail.  
  
  
  
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
and largemouth bass as well as sunfish.  
  
  
A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.

## Natural Features

Waco Lake, which lies in the city limits of Waco, Texas, is fed primarily by
the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.  
  
The sparkling lake was formed in 1963 with the completion of the Lake Waco
Dam. Now, the lake's current water levels are at 79,000 acre feet.

## Nearby Attractions

Waco Lake Wetlands educational tours take visitors through a six-acre nursery
of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds.

## contact_info

For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for
general information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Reynolds Creek sits on the scenic shores of Waco Lake and provides a variety of outdoor activities, including equestrian camping.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Tejas Nature Trail, an easy 1.2-mile hike, starts at the park and winds its way through a thick blanket of ash and juniper trees. For visitors looking for a more challenging trek, horseback riding and biking can be done on the 20-mile Lacy Point Hiking and Biking Trail.<br><br><br><br>The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, and largemouth bass as well as sunfish.<br><br><br>A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Tejas Nature Trail, an easy 1.2-mile hike, starts at the park and winds its way through a thick blanket of ash and juniper trees. For visitors looking for a more challenging trek, horseback riding and biking can be done on the 20-mile Lacy Point Hiking and Biking Trail.<br><br><br><br>The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, and largemouth bass as well as sunfish.<br><br><br>A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Waco Lake, which lies in the city limits of Waco, Texas, is fed primarily by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.
<br/><br/>
The sparkling lake was formed in 1963 with the completion of the Lake Waco Dam. Now, the lake's current water levels are at 79,000 acre feet.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Waco Lake Wetlands educational tours take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for general information.

View of Cove at Waco Lake at Reynolds Creek park

View of Waco Lake at Reynolds Creek Park.

Sunset at Reynolds Creek Park

Tejas trail entrance

Reynolds Creek Park Main Entrance Sign.

Equestrian camping area

View of Waco Lake at Reynolds Creek park

Reynolds Creek

## Overview

Speegleville Park is perched on the south end of a scenic cove of Waco Lake.
The park provides outdoor recreation options like boating, jet skiing,
fishing, swimming and bird watching.

## Recreation

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. At least 51 species of fish
inhabit the lake's waters, and a record flathead catfish weighed in at a
whopping 59.5 pounds.  
  
A four-lane boat ramp helps visitors enjoy the lake.

## Facilities

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. At least 51 species of fish
inhabit the lake's waters, and a record flathead catfish weighed in at a
whopping 59.5 pounds.  
  
A four-lane boat ramp helps visitors enjoy the lake.

## Natural Features

Waco Lake, located in central Texas within Waco city limits, boasts 79,000
acre-feet of water, providing irrigation and drinking water to residents of
the Waco area. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for
115 miles through central Texas.

## Nearby Attractions

Horseback riding, hiking and biking can be done on the 20-mile Lacy Point
Hiking and Biking Trail. The trail is accessible from the Lacy Point boat
ramp, which is a short drive around the cove.

## contact_info

For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for
general information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Speegleville Park is perched on the south end of a scenic cove of Waco Lake. The park provides outdoor recreation options like boating, jet skiing, fishing, swimming and bird watching.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. At least 51 species of fish inhabit the lake's waters, and a record flathead catfish weighed in at a whopping 59.5 pounds.
<br/><br/>
A four-lane boat ramp helps visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. At least 51 species of fish inhabit the lake's waters, and a record flathead catfish weighed in at a whopping 59.5 pounds.
<br/><br/>
A four-lane boat ramp helps visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Waco Lake, located in central Texas within Waco city limits, boasts 79,000 acre-feet of water, providing irrigation and drinking water to residents of the Waco area. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Horseback riding, hiking and biking can be done on the 20-mile Lacy Point Hiking and Biking Trail. The trail is accessible from the Lacy Point boat ramp, which is a short drive around the cove.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for general information.

This will be the route into Speegleville Park, if you have questions contact the office.

Detour Route

Speegleville boat ramp at sunrise

View of Waco Lake

Sunset view from shoreline

Sunset view at Speegleville

Speegleville Park

## Overview

Twin Bridges, located on one of Waco Lake's sandy beaches, is ideal for
families and friends to enjoy picnicking, sightseeing and water activities,
all while staying within the Waco city limits.

## Recreation

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. Swimming beaches, boat ramp and
dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.

## Facilities

The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which
typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie,
large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. Swimming beaches, boat ramp and
dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.

## Natural Features

The shelter is located on the west shore of the Waco Lake. The lake is
primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central
Texas.

## Nearby Attractions

Horseback riding, hiking and biking can be done on the 20-mile Lacy Point
Hiking and Biking Trail. The trail is accessible from the Lacy Point boat ramp
or Reynolds Creek Park.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Twin Bridges, located on one of Waco Lake's sandy beaches, is ideal for families and friends to enjoy picnicking, sightseeing and water activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.  
Swimming beaches, boat ramp and dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.  
Swimming beaches, boat ramp and dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The shelter is located on the west shore of the Waco Lake. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Horseback riding, hiking and biking can be done on the 20-mile Lacy Point Hiking and Biking Trail. The trail is accessible from the Lacy Point boat ramp or Reynolds Creek Park.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

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