Grover Nelson Park

Category: City park

Address: 2070 Zoo Ln, Abilene, TX 79602, USA

Phone: +13256766217

Opening hours

Sunday: 5:30AM–12AM

Monday: 5:30AM–12AM

Tuesday: 5:30AM–12AM

Wednesday: 5:30AM–12AM

Thursday: 5:30AM–12AM

Friday: 5:30AM–12AM

Saturday: 5:30AM–12AM

Reviews

Hilda Rosales

Jul 6, 2022

It was an amazing day. I'm 62 but I felt the child in me once I was here. Never thought I'd see these amazing creatures. The Rhino, the Giraffes, the lions, ostriches, zebras, and so many more... They also have A Reptile house. So many snake's... Gigantic turtle... I recommend this place. But is advise to go in the morning. I went in the middle of the day..it was hot..some were inside there cubby holes, keeping Kool.

Nicole Esquino

Mar 1, 2022

Wonderful park! Loved walking the dogs on the walking path and enjoyed a very serene view. Our 4 year old also enjoyed the 2 different playground areas. Lots of space to roam and explore here.

Chris Jeffrey

Jan 2, 2022

First time here. Good Zoo and park to enjoy and picnic at.

Texas 1977

Jul 4, 2020

Very nice and clean park. It also have 2 dog parks for either large and small dogs. Water park for the kids. Close proximity to the Abilene zoo and a softball field.. fishing is a popular pastime.

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Questions & Answers

Can we keep the fish we catch.

Mary Nurmi | Jul 2, 2021
Tracy Gardner | Jul 3, 2021

Yes , great fishing, zoo, playground etc

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how long is the walk trail

Michael Mcginnis | Jan 3, 2022
Grover Nelson Park (Owner) | Jan 4, 2022

Hi Michael, The main walking trail is .97 miles. The walking trail around the dog park is .45 miles. The connecting trail between those two is .08 miles. All together one full wrap around these sections would be 1.5 miles.

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When was Nelson Park build in Abilene Tx.

Greg Abell | Jan 3, 2022
Grover Nelson Park (Owner) | Jan 4, 2022

The City Commission dedicated the land as park land in 1956 and was unofficially called airport park until 1959 when it was officially dedicated as Grover Nelson Park.

Who was Grover Nelson

Freeda Primera | Jul 2, 2021
Steve Nash | Jul 3, 2021

http://traps.org/lone-star-legacy-parks/grover-nelson-park-abilene/

What number do I call to actually reach a live human being to make a reservation for covered picnic tables at Grover Nelson Park?

Mindi Overstreet | Jan 3, 2022
Grover Nelson Park (Owner) | Jan 4, 2022

Hi Mindi, All parks and their subsequent pavilions are managed by the City of Abilene. You can call the Parks and Recreation Department at 325-676-6217 and speak with the front office about reservation opportunities.

If fishing allowed at the lake/pond area?

UnicorNugget86 __ | Jan 3, 2022
Grover Nelson Park (Owner) | Jan 4, 2022

Yes, bank fishing is permitted at Nelson Park. Anyone 17yrs or older will need a fishing license.

Does anyone know when the splash pad will be back open? Has been closed for maintenance for at least a month.

Amanda Neal | Jul 3, 2019
Seth Wright | Jul 4, 2019

I took my kids there a couple of years ago. It's a pretty cool place. Haven't been in almost 2 years so I can't answer any questions

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how much does this cost

Elaina Castro | Jul 3, 2019
Patricia Holden | Jul 4, 2019

The park is free! It costs to see the zoo but affordable!!!!!

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Wgat are the Splash pad hours?

Maria Serrano | Jul 3, 2019
Kyle Brooks | Jul 4, 2019

Sunrise to sunset

Source of water

Linda Martinez | Jul 3, 2018
Gary McAlister | Jul 4, 2018

Public, City water.

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