Bastrop State Park Camping
in May
Booking Bastrop State Park in May
May is a medium-crowd month at Bastrop State Park. Weekdays easy, weekends filling fast. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for May dates, that window opens in December. You have more flexibility, but holiday weekends and popular sites fill quickly. An alert is your insurance policy.
What to Expect in May
Temperatures run 75-95°F at Bastrop State Park in May. 75-95°F_ADVICE
Best activities: swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking.
Park Highlights
- ✓35 minutes from downtown Austin
- ✓Shaded campsites in loblolly pine forest
- ✓Swimming pool (seasonal)
Tips for May
- →Book exactly 5 months out at midnight for popular weekends
- →Wednesday and Thursday nights are the easiest to snag
Common Questions
Is Bastrop State Park crowded in May?
May sees medium crowds at Bastrop State Park. Weekdays easy, weekends filling fast.
When do reservations open for May?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For May, the booking window opens in December. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.
What should I pack for May camping?
For May at Bastrop State Park (75-95°F): 75-95°F_ADVICE
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May at a Glance
- Weather
- 75-95°F
- Crowds
- Medium
- Campsites
- 91
- Activities
- swimming