Texas State Parks
Camping Near Tyler, TX
Tyler is surrounded by the East Texas Piney Woods — a region of pine-shaded lakes, cypress swamps, and some of the most beautiful forest camping in the state. Several excellent state parks are within an hour's drive.
These parks fill up fast
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How to Get a Campsite Near Tyler
Book 5 months out. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. Tyler State Park is very popular with Dallas-area campers and fills fast on weekends.
Watch for cancellations. Camp.land checks every park every 10 minutes and emails you instantly when a site opens up.
Fall is spectacular. East Texas has some of the best fall foliage in Texas — Daingerfield is especially beautiful in October and November.
Set alerts for multiple parks. First one that opens, you book it.
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