Historic Roadside Park
The picnic area on US 281 in Hamilton County is an early roadside park constructed by the Texas Highway Department- now Texas Department of Transportation. This roadside park was completed in 1936 to accomodate motorists attending the state's centenial events.
The texas Highway Department launched its roadside park program in 1933 to provide safe places for motorists to relax, eat, and refresh themselves during their travels. Native stone and plantings were often used to create a pleasant and natural park atmosphere. Today, hundreds of picnic areas, rest areas, and scenic overlooks dot Texas Highways, continuing the state's legacy of safe and convenient roadside parks.
This information was found on a sign at this roadside park up front by the highway, also be sure to check out the Historical marker just north of the gz!