Mother Neff State Park was the first official state park in Texas.
In 1916, Mrs. Isabella Eleanor (Mother) Neff donated six acres of land for recreation. Her son, Pat M. Neff, was elected Governor five years later. After the death of his mother in 1921, Governor Neff created the Mother Neff Memorial Park – eventually it became the nucleus of the Texas State Park System.
The park, located west of Moody, had grown to 259 acres in Coryell County when it opened to the public in 1937. Private owners deeded some land and Governor Neff added 250 acres.
In the ’30s the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) restored the park to its historical setting. During an excavation in 1935, Native American graves and historic artifacts were discovered.
This quiet park, with its many shade trees, is ideal for camping, hiking, picnicking, and fishing from the riverbank. A junior ranger program encourages children from ages 4-12 to earn a special badge and certificate.
The park has both water-hookup and full hookup sites. Only the 20 full-hookup sites (30 amps) are currently available.
Stop by if you are in the area.
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Thank you, RV Travel! Interesting history. I wonder how the governor acquired the 250 acres he added to the park? Have a great week and safe travels! 🙂