Cedar Hill State Park — Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about camping at Cedar Hill State Park. Updated for 2026.
How much does it cost to camp at Cedar Hill State Park?
Campsites at Cedar Hill State Park range from $10 to $30 per night, plus a $7/person daily entrance fee. Full Hookup (): $30/night. Water + Electric (): $25/night. Primitive Hike-in (): $10/night.
How far in advance can I book Cedar Hill State Park?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For popular weekends at Cedar Hill State Park, you'll want to book the moment the window opens — at 8 a.m., exactly 5 months before your arrival date. Midweek stays are much easier to find.
How many campsites does Cedar Hill State Park have?
Cedar Hill State Park has 369 total sites. 147 Full Hookup sites in the loop, 192 Water + Electric sites in the loop, 30 Primitive Hike-in sites in the loop.
What's the best campsite at Cedar Hill State Park?
It depends on what you're looking for. For Families: Book a water + electric site near a restroom with hot showers — these are the most plentiful and convenient for families. For Privacy: The primitive hike-in sites offer the most solitude, but you carry in everything and there's no water on site. For RVs: Reserve a full-hookup site first — they have water, sewer, and 30/50-amp electric and go fastest. For Couples: A water + electric site near the lake side gives nice views without the crowds of the busiest loops.
What should I bring to Cedar Hill State Park?
Essentials: tent or RV (depending on site type), sleeping bags, cooler with ice, firewood (can't collect wood in most Texas parks), sunscreen, bug spray, water bottles, and headlamps. The Penn Farm area is worth a walk for the history, even if farming isn't your thing
When is the best time to visit Cedar Hill State Park?
March through October. Summer weekends fill up fast since the entire DFW metro is looking for water. Spring and fall are the sweet spot for weather.
What if Cedar Hill State Park is sold out?
Use Camp.land to set a free availability alert. We scan official booking systems every 10 minutes and notify you the instant a cancellation happens. People cancel all the time — especially midweek. You can also try walk-up sites on the day of arrival, but availability isn't guaranteed.
Does Cedar Hill State Park have shelters?
Cedar Hill State Park doesn't have traditional cabins, but offers Full Hookup, Water + Electric, Primitive Hike-in camping options.
Can I bring an RV to Cedar Hill State Park?
Yes. Full Hookup (): max 147 sites, Water, sewer, 30/50-amp electric; picnic table, fire ring, restrooms nearby. Water + Electric (): max 192 sites, Water and electric; restrooms with hot showers nearby. Check equipment length limits for your specific RV.
How far is Cedar Hill State Park from Austin?
Cedar Hill State Park is about 3 hr 15 min from downtown Austin. Located near Cedar Hill, TX in the North Texas / DFW region.
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