General Admission Information • Park Rules • Dogs • Bicycles • RVs • School Groups
Bus Tour Groups/Senior Citizen Groups • Photography

General Admission Information

Open Daily Year-Round
Monday through Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Summer Schedule
Sundays: From Memorial Day through Labor Day, our G-Scale model trains
and some of the fountains will be operating on an irregular schedule.
Please call for schedule.

Admission
Adults - $7.00
Seniors (65 & over) - $5.00
Children 5-12 yrs - $5.00
Children 4 years and under - Free

Motorized Cart Tours and Guided Tours Extra
$10 for the first person and $6.00 for each additional person.
(max of 5 people per cart or $34.00 per full cart)

We have 1 wheelchair available for your use at no additional charge.
By appointment and/or availability
Please call in advance.

Annual Memberships also available:
Allows unlimited visits to the Park for one year from the date of purchase.
$50 Individual $150 Family (of four)

Phone 940.682.4856
Fax 940.682.4078
Physical Address: 567 Maddux Road, Weatherford, TX
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 276 Mineral Wells, TX 76068

General Information Email
trey@clarkgardens.com

Rental Facility and Special Events Email
rentals@clarkgardens.com

Park Rules

For your safety, the preservation of Clark Gardens Botanical Park
and the legacy of The Max and Billie Clark non-profit Foundation,
we require you adhere to the following rules.

  • Children must be supervised at all times.
  • Do not walk on brick edgings or climb on walls, railings, fountains, Rock Saw or other features and equipment.
  • Do not allow children to chase, feed or throw objects at wildlife or other animals.

  • All ponds, fountains and water features are for visual enjoyment only and are strictly off-limits for the purpose of swimming, wading, horseplay or similar behavior.
  • Paths are for pedestrian traffic only. No vehicles.
  • Bicycles are not permitted on paths. They must be parked in bike racks only.
  • Observe and obey “Private Area”, “Restricted Area” and “Private Party” signs.
  • Show courtesy to those who may be having a private event at the Park during your visit.
  • Use trash receptacles and do not throw any substance, liquid or solid, including cigarette or cigar butts into the gardens or water features.
  • Smoking is permitted only in areas with ashtray/trashcans. No smoking is allowed in any enclosed facility.
  • Food or drink is not permitted in the Chapel or Dressing Room.
  • Visitors are responsible for cleaning up after themselves. Please use trash receptacles.
  • Flowers in the Park are for display and the enjoyment of everyone. Please leave them as you found them.
    - Many of our “proven performers” are available for purchase in our Plant Sales Area.
  • Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome.
    -Do not allow your pet to frighten or chase any of the Park’s wildlife.
    -Owners are responsible for cleaning up their pet’s solid waste.
    -Also, since some plants may have an adverse reaction to pets, do not allow your pet to eat any berries or vegetation.
  • The G-Scale model Garden Train Section is for visual enjoyment only.
    -Visitors must stay on the paths in this area and not climb on embankments, rocks, etc.
    -Do not throw objects at trains, scenic structures or on the train tracks.
    -Do not touch or impede the trains’ movement in any manner.
    -Do not attempt to operate the trains or features in “Clark Station.”
  • Should you visit the Park and not find the Attendant in the Admissions Booth, please use the “Honor Box” located on the front of the Booth. All funds are used to maintain the Park for your enjoyment.
  • Visitors will be held financially responsible for any damages they, or minors in their care, are responsible for.

Dogs
Well-behaved pets, on leashes, are welcome at Clark Gardens Botanical Park.
Owners are responsible for cleaning up their pet's solid waste and maintaining control of their dog at all times.
Bicycles
Cyclists have easy access to Clark Gardens Botanical Park. Mineral Wells State Park has provided a connecting point from Mineral Wells Sate Park Trailway directly across from Clark Gardens' entrance on Maddux Road. Bicycles are not permitted on Clark Garden's walking paths. A bike rack is provided on the south side of our Plant Sales Area for your convenience.
RVs
Many RV Parks, including Mineral Wells State Park, are within minutes of Clark Gardens Botanical Park. Although our park does not provide RV hookups, there are ample spaces for the temporary parking of your vehicles while you tour the Park.

School Groups
Prior arrangements must be made for all school groups. There is no charge for students and their teachers/chaperons (one teacher/chaperone per every 10 students is required). Additional parents/teachers and/or sibilings not part of that school group, must pay regular admission prices. All children must tour the gardens in an orderly manner,
and a chaperon must remain with each group of students at all times during your visit.
Teachers/Chaperones will be held financially responsible for damages caused by student in their care.

Bus Tour Groups/Senior Citizen Groups
We ask that you make prior arrangements with us before bringing large groups to the Park.
We offer special rates for senior citizens and also for groups of 25 or more.
Upon request, we will meet your group at the gate and give a brief history of how the park came to be
and offer tips on how to see the most of the park in a brief period of time.
The Park and facilities are wheelchair accessible and we have one wheelchair to loan during your visit.
For an additional charge we offer motorized cart tours (dependant upon appointment time and availability).
Our cart can hold five people plus our driver.
Your group may also bring their own box lunches and enjoy the peaceful settings of the gardens.