Mother Neff State Park

First official state park in Texas; suggested the idea for the State Parks system. Originated with a 6-acre plot willed to Texas in 1916 by Mrs. Isabella E. Neff, mother of Pat M. Neff, Governor of Texas (1921-1925) Because Texas then had no state parks, Mrs. Neff stated the land was to be used for religious, fraternal, political, and educational activities. Seeing the need for more such areas, in 1923, the 39th Legislature created the State Parks Board. In 1934 Pat Neff deeded 250 acres, and other owners 3 acres, to enlarge the original tract.

Mother Neff State Park is a historical marker in The Grove, Coryell County, dedicated in 1968. It is one of 44 historical markers documented in Coryell County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 120 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 31.3177, -97.4717 near The Grove. The nearest cataloged historic site is Unknown #4 (cemetery), about 0.9 miles away. Others within a short drive include Eagle Springs, Eagle Springs Baptist Church, and Graham Cemetery.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5099003480. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.