Texas Secures 650 Acres for Future State Park Expansion

A Texas family has owned a 650-acre Lake Palestine ranch since 1940 and used it for its pecan business; 86 years later, a $10 million deal will turn the property into a new state park

In a strategic move for conservation, a sprawling 650-acre ranch in East Texas is set to transform into a state park. Acquired by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation from the long-time Pollard family, this land has a rich history dating back to 1940. The park’s development will proceed in stages, initially offering guided access before introducing more facilities for visitors.

Texas secures 650 acres for future state park expansion

HENDERSON COUNTY, Texas (KETK) -- A state park will soon be available thanks to a $10 million purchase by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, which purchased 650 acres on Lake Palestine in Henderson County. The land was acquired on Thursday, and the foundation plans to make additional investments in the property before transferring it [...]

A 650-acre Texas ranch will become a state park

The ranch has been owned by an East Texas family for more than 80 years and is expected to be transferred to the state next year for development into a park.

Texas Buys 650-Acre Lakeside Ranch for New State Park

Lakefront ranch near Dallas will become new Texas state park after $10M purchase

A 650-acre lakefront ranch on Lake Palestine was bought for $10 million to become a new Texas state park with trails, boating and camping.

TPWF Secures 650 Acres for New State Park

LAKE PALESTINE, TX — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation is investing more than $10 million to secure 650 acres on Lake Palestine in Henderson County for a future Texas state park. The property, one of the largest contiguous landholdings with frontage on the lake, was acquired by TPWF on Oct. 1, 2026. TPWF will make additional investments in the property before it is transferred to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Learn More Here.