Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (Trick-or-Treating at Fort Richardson State Park)

Trick-or-Treating at Fort Richardson State Park

Families dress in costume and stroll through the park grounds to collect treats and enjoy festive Halloween fun. Guests can view decorated campsites and carved pumpkin entries competing for prizes, or venture into the eerie historic hospital. Visitors without a reserved campsite can decorate their vehicle trunks to hand out candy to trick-or-treaters.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

5:00p.

Ages

All ages

Accessibility

ADA modification requests must be submitted to the accessibility team at least 30 days in advance.

Going?

Location

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway · 228 Park Road 61, Jacksboro, TX 76458 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families seeking festive halloween fun

Vibe

Festive and spooky

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Reserve a day pass online before arriving, or prepare to pay with a self-service envelope at park headquarters.
  • If you do not have a reserved campsite, decorate your trunk and hand out candy to trick-or-treaters.
  • Submit any ADA accommodation requests at least 30 days prior to the event.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass purchased before the event.

Links & Contact

Run by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contests are held during the event?

The event features a campsite decorating contest and a jack-o'-lantern contest, both open to participants with campsite reservations.

Can visitors participate if they do not have a campsite?

Yes, visitors without a campsite reservation can decorate their car trunks and distribute candy to trick-or-treaters.

What is the haunted hospital?

It is an exploration of the park's eerie historic hospital building open to brave visitors seeking a spooky thrill.

Are pets allowed inside park buildings during the event?

Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas of the state park, but they cannot enter Texas State Park buildings.

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