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National Historical Park · Texas

Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park

National Historical Park in Texas. No entrance fee.

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TypeNational Historical Park
StateTexas
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkBig Bend (287 mi)
Closest airportSAT (50 mi)
View of Texas White House from front lawn.
Because President Johnson spent one-fourth of his term as president in Texas, the press referred to this home as the "Texas White House" Photo: NPS Photo/Cynthia Dorminey

Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park is a national historical park run by the National Park Service in Texas.

In the park service’s words

Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives the visitor a unique perspective into one of America's most noteworthy citizens by providing the most complete picture of any American president.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM. The park is open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

Getting there

By car to National Park Headquarters and the Visitor Center in Johnson City: From Austin, take Highway 290 west. From San Antonio, take Highway 281 north. From Fredericksburg, take Highway 290 east. By car to the LBJ Ranch and LBJ State Park and Historic Site: From Johnson City, take Highway 290 fourteen miles west to the LBJ State Park. From Fredericksburg, take Highway 290 sixteen miles east to the LBJ State Park. The nearest major airports are in Austin and San Antonio.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) San Antonio, TX No road route 50 Large hub
Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Austin, TX No road route 57 Large hub
Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield (GRK) Fort Cavazos, TX No road route 73 Regional

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Visitor centers

  • Visitor Center and Park Headquarters: Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM. Open Daily, year-round from 9:00am - 5:00 pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
  • Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center: Daily, 8:30AM - 4:00PM. Daily, year-round from 8:30am - 4:00 pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
  • [Hangar Visitor Center](): Closed. The Hangar Visitor Center is currently closed while the park is in the middle of a major rehabilitation of the Texas White House and the Hangar. Portable toilets are available at the Reconstructed Birthplace.

Weather

Overall, the park enjoys a sunny, mild climate during three seasons of the year. Spring: Temperatures range from 45 F to 85 F (7 C/29 C). Rain is common in April and May. Summer: Temperatures range from 70 F to 95 F (21 C/35 C). Temperatures can exceed 100 F (38 C) in July and August. Lightweight clothing and sunscreen are advisable. Be prepared with plenty of water. Fall: Temperatures range from 45 F to 85 F (7 C/29 C). Winter: Temperatures range from 35 F to 65 F (2 C/18 C) . Snow and ice are rare.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Big Bend, about 287 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park?

No entrance fee.

Where is Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park?

In Texas. The closest airport with scheduled flights is San Antonio International Airport, about 50 miles away.

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