Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit

The Calliham Unit of Choke Canyon State Park sits on the shores of Choke Canyon Reservoir in the South Texas brush country. Known for excellent bass fishing and abundant wildlife — including alligators — this park offers a warm-weather camping experience with waterfront sites and wide-open skies.

40 campsites|South Texas|2 hr 30 min from Austin|$5/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Full Hookup

$25/night

Lakeside Loop · Sites 1-15 · 15 sites

Water, Sewer, 30/50-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Water + Electric

$20/night

Lakeside Loop · Sites 16-28 · 13 sites

Water, 30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Water Only

$15/night

Brush Country Loop · Sites 29-40 · 12 sites

WaterTent OK

Guide to Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit

Best Campsites

For Families:Sites 1-20 (Lakeside Loop) — water/electric with reservoir access

For Privacy:Sites 30-40 (Brush Country) — set back from the lake, more secluded

For RVs:Sites 1-15 — level pads with full hookups and lake views

When to Go

October through April. Summer is brutally hot. Winter and spring offer the best fishing and comfortable temperatures.

Tips

→Keep an eye out for alligators near the water — they are active here
→Bring plenty of insect repellent — mosquitoes are fierce near the reservoir
→Fall and winter fishing is outstanding for largemouth bass
→Very limited shade — bring a canopy or tarp

Highlights

Excellent bass and catfish fishing on Choke Canyon ReservoirAbundant wildlife including alligators and javelinasWaterfront campsites with reservoir viewsWarm weather camping most of the yearBoat ramp accessNature trail through South Texas brush

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