Find yourself outdoors on a full-day adventure just an hour from Waco. Fort Parker State Park blends peaceful lakes, shady trails, and Texas history—perfect for hiking, fishing, and unwinding together in nature. This trip is beginner-friendly and designed for all ages and experience levels.
Scenic lakeside hiking and wildlife watching
Fishing from the bank or pier (loaner gear available; no experience needed)
Nature journal & mini-skills sessions (Leave No Trace, map & compass basics)
Sunset picnic + campfire hangout to close the day
8:00 AM – Depart Waco
9:15 AM – Arrive, welcome circle, restrooms, gear check
9:45 AM – Lakeside hike & wildlife spotting
11:30 AM – Lunch at the picnic pavilion
12:15 PM – Choose your track: Fishing Basics, or Relax & Journal
2:30 PM – Free time (short hike, hammock, photo walk)
5:30 PM – Dinner & community time
6:30 PM – Golden-hour stroll and reflection
7:00 PM – Campfire chat (s’mores!)
8:00 PM – Depart for Waco
Times may flex for weather, park conditions, and group pace.
Find yourself outdoors on a full-day adventure just an hour from Waco. Fort Parker State Park blends peaceful lakes, shady trails, and Texas history—perfect for hiking, fishing, and unwinding together in nature. This trip is beginner-friendly and designed for all ages and experience levels.
Scenic lakeside hiking and wildlife watching
Fishing from the bank or pier (loaner gear available; no experience needed)
Nature journal & mini-skills sessions (Leave No Trace, map & compass basics)
Sunset picnic + campfire hangout to close the day
8:00 AM – Depart Waco
9:15 AM – Arrive, welcome circle, restrooms, gear check
9:45 AM – Lakeside hike & wildlife spotting
11:30 AM – Lunch at the picnic pavilion
12:15 PM – Choose your track: Fishing Basics, or Relax & Journal
2:30 PM – Free time (short hike, hammock, photo walk)
5:30 PM – Dinner & community time
6:30 PM – Golden-hour stroll and reflection
7:00 PM – Campfire chat (s’mores!)
8:00 PM – Depart for Waco
Times may flex for weather, park conditions, and group pace.
