Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

600-acre area set aside to preserve native flora and fauna of lower Rio Grande Valley. On banks of Rio Grande, park offers picnicking, rest rooms, bird-watching and nature study. New nature trails, boardwalks and a Hawk Preservation Tower. Located off U.S. 83, exit F.M. 2062 and head south.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Admission fee
Address
Park Rd. 43
Phone
956/585-1107
Website
www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/bentsen/bentsen.htm
Map
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