Just three miles from downtown, the 150-acre Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park is the crown jewel of the City of Fredericksburg’s parks system. It’s a recreational getaway for locals and visitors, alike.
There is no admission charge to enter the park, southwest of town on Texas 16 South.
DAY USE ACTIVITIES
Daytime visitors to the park can use picnic tables (available on a firstcome first-served basis) and four playgrounds at no charge.
Three nature trails take hikers across Live Oak Creek and give nature lovers a chance to be up close and personal with the natural habitat.
The pathways were established by the Friends of the Fredericksburg Nature Center.
A 17-acre lake offers plenty of spots to wet a line. Motorboats, however, are prohibited, as are trotlines and swimming.
Play a pickup game on the outdoor basketball courts or a volleyball match on the sand court. Baseball and softball fields can be reserved or used casually. Take a splash in the park’s swimming pool during the hot summer months, or catch a tennis or pickle ball game at the courts nearby.
RENTAL FACILITIES
Visitors who plan large gatherings may want to look into using one of the park’s five large outdoor covered pavilions or one of two indoor sites, including the Tatsch House or the spacious Pioneer Pavilion.
Each of the five outdoor pavilions is available on a first-come first-served basis or by reservation.
Information about the facilities and reservation opportunities is available from the City of Fredericksburg’s website at fbgtx.org.
OVERNIGHT CAMPING
Camping under the stars is available at the park camp grounds, which accommodates both RVs and tents.
In all, there are 98 RV spaces available for travel trailers with 3050 amp electrical hookups, water and sewer, cable TV, free wireless Internet and shade trees.
A fee schedule is listed on the city’s site.
All campers must check in at the park office to receive a camping permit.
There are nine comfort stations to serve visitors, and three bathhouses.
Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash.
Reservations for camping, use of the park’s pavilions or other facilities can be made by calling the park at 830-997-4202, online, by email at [email protected] or by writing Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 432 Lady Bird Drive, Fredericksburg, TX 78624.
AMENITIES:
• Five outdoor pavilions
• Baseball field
• Golf course
• Softball field
• Practice field
• Volleyball court
• Basketball court
• Tennis courts
• Swimming pool (open summer months only)
• Fishing at Live Oak Creek
• Restrooms adjacent to Lady Bird Johnson RV Park
DOG PARK
The City of Fredericksburg and the Fredericksburg Dog Park Association (FDPA – a 501(c)3 non-profit organization) joined together to create a city dog park within Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park.
The 5-acre park was completed in December 2018 and was funded by the City of Fredericksburg and the Fredericksburg Dog Park Association.
It is located at the front of the park, with prime views of takeoffs and landings at the Gillespie County Airport.
A separated small dog area is available for dogs 25 pounds or under. Trash bins and dog-waste bags are provided. The park asks everyone to use common courtesy and clean up after their pets.
All dogs must be up to date on vaccinations, as required by the City of Fredericksburg code of Ordinances.
For more information, go to FbgDogPark.org.
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