Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive, Mission, TX 78572
Hours open
Monday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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About the Business
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is a nature lover's paradise located at 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission, Texas. This park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including over 360 species of birds, butterflies, javelinas, and bobcats. Visitors can explore the park on foot, bike, or tram tour, as cars are not allowed within the park to protect the natural environment.
The park offers primitive campsites with restroom and shower facilities, as well as a 60-person group hall for gatherings. Visitors can enjoy bilingual exhibits at the Exhibit Hall and observe wildlife from viewing stations, water features, and the two-story Hawk Observation Tower.
Birdwatchers will be thrilled by the variety of bird species in the park, including migratory birds like Swainson's and Broad-winged hawks. The park store, Algunas Plumas, offers field guides, binocular rentals, and bike rentals for exploring the 7 miles of trails within the park.
Le Chez Bleu cafe serves delicious food and beverages, and ranger-guided programs are available to educate visitors about the park's wildlife. School groups and other organizations can request programs for a fee, and the park is also part of the Lower Texas Coast - Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail.
To ensure entrance to the park, visitors are encouraged to reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center. In case of any violations, visitors can contact Operation Game Thief immediately. Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is committed to providing its programs and services without discrimination, in compliance with Federal civil rights laws.
Reviews
"Incredible! We sat in the Green Jay bird blind for almost an hour and saw a spectacular amount of birds! Absolutely thrilling for a bird lover!!"
"This is the place to see all the birds! We also saw some wild hogs as we exited the park so be careful around those bushes in the front. We recommend taking the Rio Grande Trail for a nice long walk around the park. The restrooms by the gift shop and family center are well maintained for those looking for spend more than four hours here."
"Perfect place I'd recommend the Tram Ride if you need to stop somewhere as it's very hot these days in the valley but if you're experienced and headed out in the morning or the evening for a hike then you're good to go. It's a big trail with lots to see. My girlfriend and I loved it here 10/10 will visit again."
"Awesome park! Great for a morning walk, run, or bike ride and for bird watching. Lots of nice birds at the feeding stations. The park is very well kept, there are picnic tables for visitors to use. There’s a little tram that goes around the park. Nice little souvenir store in the visitor center, there’s also a small cafe."
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