Texas Parks and Wildlife Department invites the public to help plan the development of Post Oak Ridge State Park - a new 3,000-plusacre park located along the Colorado River in Burnet and Lampasas counties.
On this rugged, ecologically diverse landscape, the agency will provide outdoor access, protect sensitive habitats and celebrate the area’s culture and heritage.
Post Oak Ridge is one of the first new state parks to be developed using interest generated by the $1 billion Centennial Parks Conservation Fund.
In accordance with TPWD policy, newly acquired parklands must open for limited public use within 18 months and full public use within 48 months. That means planning is underway.
Public Use Plan Post Oak Ridge State Park is currently in the early planning phase. Officials are creating a Public Use Plan which will guide the park’s development while balancing resource conservation with public access. Topics in the plan will include: day-use recreation and overnight stays; trails and scenic areas; protection of native wildlife and habitats; cultural and historical interpretation; park operations and infrastructure design; visitation levels and road access; and potential economic benefits for nearby communities.
Planning Timeline Activities planned from fall 2025 through winter 2026 include community outreach and information gathering.
In January 2026 public meetings were conducted on vision and priorities as well as the launch of a community survey; during the summer 2026, public meetings on the Public Use Plan and the launch of a questionnaire are planned.
A local public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 4, from 6–8 p.m. at the Burnet County Agrilife Extension Auditorium, 607 North Vandeveer St.
If you are unable to attend, meeting materials and a questionnaire will be available in English and Spanish beginning June 3 and will remain open for 30 days.
For disability modifications in advance, email [email protected].
