I came to the small city of Kilgore, Texas, to visit my family, so when they took me to the…read moredowntown area, I saw this park!! This park pays homage to the oil boom here in the 1930s. On this 1.2 acres, once stood the greatest concentration of oil wells in the world, producing more than 2.5 million barrels of oil!! It's free, and easy to spot because of all the oil derricks!! The history on the plaque was definitely an interesting read, I did see one oil pump here also. There's paths to walk under the oil Derricks along with places to sit down. A very nice historical place in the middle of the town!!

It's a massive structure. But during the day it's, just that: big. Probably cooler lit up at night…read more Funner during an event or festival, maybe? But I was in town to eat at the Jalapeño Tree, and stopped by to check it out. So no lights. No celebration. It is an impressive sight. So I recommend checking it out if you are in the area.

Beautiful and peaceful space for everyone ! Staff were friendly and informative. Great for an…read moreafternoon picnic or photos.

To nature or not to nature... That is the question…read more Many times we will find other things to "do" besides the inexpensive and beautiful things (I know, weird, right?!) But not this time. Beautiful and scenic as you would expect, but the kids classes and extra events they do here are beyond the expectation. I didn't want to post too many outside pics so you are surprised, but definitely glad "we did" the visit. I took a star off only because there were so many plants I wanted to know the name of, and they were not labeled. I'm sure it will be rectified as they grow.

Nice baseball park, pretty much a good seat no mater where you sit. Most of the middle section is…read morecovered with netting so you're protected by fly balls. The concession stand is good and even sales fish baskets which is unique from most. Bring your own chair for the lower seating.

Not bad for my toddler just no baby swim and the regular swings were too high for me as a 5'5"…read morewoman as well so couldn't sit and swing with my son either.

Tiny "park" wouldn't be an issue if clothing including undergarments strewn all over. Tons of trash…read moreas well. Didn't feel safe for children as park tables were all full of transients.

Always love! So clean and big and plenty of picnic areas! Just wish they had more a toddler…read morefriendly area but it was still pretty good in spit of that!

Went for my God daughter's First Birthday party. Nice layout and equipment. Park was clean and…read moresafe. Would recommend visiting it.

This small park is a traffic island off the main drag between the Interstate and downtown Kilgore…read more It commemorates the city as the oil capital of the world and has three historical markers here as well as a replica oil derrick. Note the layout of the Great State of Texas on the ground at the center. The first marker reads, "This park is dedicated to and named for John Wood. State highway commissioner of Texas in recognition of outstanding public service. John Wood could have stumbled and fallen but he did not stumble and he did not fall. He is indeed a friend of all of the people of Texas. Erected by John Wood's friends in Kilgore. 1936." The second marker, "The Wood Park Sesquicentennial Project is dedicated to 'Kilgore the Oil Capitol of the World' and to the giant East Texas Oil field. The discovery well was drilled on October 5, 1930. A total of 32,000 wells were drilled in this five county area, with 1,100 in the Kilgore city limits. This field has produced to date a total of four billion, eight hundred seventy-eight million, three hundred eight-four thousand and thirty eight barrels of crude oil. Mobil Oil Company built the one-third size pumping unit. David Julian hand built the 28 foot derrick, the project including fence and signs as required by the Texas Railroad Commission. The entire project is an exact replica of the forrest of derricks that at one time darkened our skyline." The third marker, "Oil city of the world. Kilgore. Founded 1872 with coming of the I.G.N. Railroad, named for site donor, a Confederate Colonel Constantine B. Kilgore, State Senator and U.S. Congressman. Geographical center of huge east Texas oil field. World's greatest concentration of steel derricks, petroleum production, service, supply, processing hub. Commercial, industrial, farm, education and medical center. Home of Kilgore College and it's famous "Rangerettes" women's precision drill team, and of Van Cliburn, international concert pianist." There is no easy parking here, but there is a lot at the bank nearby. [Review 15987 overall - 176 in Texas - 1492 of 2021.]

We totally enjoyed our Feb. 25 visit to Mrs. Lee's Garden. The daffodils were amazing! If you…read moreenjoy Mother Nature's beauty and capturing it in photographs, you will love this place when the daffodils are blooming!

Absolutely stunning and incredible! A 4 mile road that takes you on an adventure where you see…read morebeautiful daffodil fields and Texas country! They're daily active on their Facebook and keep you updated if they are opening later or if something has happened which is very helpful. Go follow and please show them some love!

I'm always looking for places to run when I travel, so I was fortunate to find the Creekside Trail…read morewhen I was in Kilgore, Texas visiting my family. I didn't cover the entire trail when I was there. There are maps in multiple places showing you where this trail goes. One map is next to a dog park and parking lot, the other is next to another parking lot. The trail is paved and flat where I ran, other parts take you under a bridge and through some areas with lots of trees. I definitely enjoyed my morning runs here, a very good place for runners and walkers to go in this city!!

Really nice and quiet park close to the highway so it was a quick but fun stop…read moreTo play out here. Small parking lot but no restrooms.

Open large community park. the pup enjoyed playing where. We went on my off day, around 12pm our…read morefirst visit awesome group of all our dogs happened to be the same age. 2nd visit around 5:30pm more dogs different group of dog owners. Only giving that information because they were not open to allowing my dog to play with theirs.

There are actually two dog parks here. One is an enormous grass field. I've never seen a dog park…read morethis big. Walk a bit further down the paved path and there's another wooded park full of trees which is also good size.