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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.
69 campsitesSouth Texas2 hr 30 min from Austin$5/person entrance fee
Short answer
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit campsites release on a rolling 5-month window at 8 a.m. Central. Popular dates sell out fast. If your dates are already taken, privately-owned cabins and vacation rentals around Calliham are bookable today.
Getting a site at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Texas state parks release campsites on a rolling 5-month window at 8 a.m. Central, and Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit fills up fast for weekends and holidays. Popular dates can be gone within minutes of the window opening. If your dates are already taken, the surest way to lock in a place to stay is a cabin or vacation rental nearby.
Places to stay near Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Waterfront cabins and rustic homes overlook vast reservoirs and brush country wildlife.
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Campsite Types
Water + Electric
$22/night*40 sites
Water, 50-amp electric, restrooms nearbyRV OKTent OK
Walk-in Tent
$12/night*9 sites
Water nearby, no hookups - walk in about 50 yardsTent OK
Cabin
$50/night*20 sites
Air-conditioned shelter with 20-amp electric, three cots, water spigot and fire ring outside; no bathroom (showers nearby), no kitchen
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit fills up fast — lock in a cabin nearby
Waterfront cabins and rustic homes overlook vast reservoirs and brush country wildlife.
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Guide to Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Best Campsites
For Families:Book the water-and-electric sites first — they have 50-amp power and restrooms nearby, and they fill up fastest
For Privacy:The walk-in tent sites sit a short walk from parking and offer the most solitude
For RVs:The water-and-electric sites are the only RV-friendly option here, with 50-amp hookups
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
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit — Frequently Asked
Is Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit hard to book?+
Yes. Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. October through April. Summer is brutally hot. Winter and spring offer the best fishing and comfortable temperatures. If your dates are already full, book direct on ReserveAmerica the moment the 5-month window opens, or reserve a cabin or vacation rental nearby that you can book today.
How many campsites does Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit have?+
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit has 69 campsites, including Water + Electric, Walk-in Tent, Cabin. Sites start at $12/night plus a $5/person entrance fee.
What is the entrance fee at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit?+
The entrance fee at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit is $5 per person per day. A Texas State Parks Pass ($70/year) waives entrance fees for you and all passengers in your vehicle.
How far in advance should I book Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit?+
Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance, at 8 a.m. Central. For Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit, popular weekends can sell out within minutes of the window opening, so book the instant it opens. If your dates are already full, a cabin or vacation rental near Calliham is the quickest place to stay you can lock in today.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit?+
Cancellations at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit happen regularly, most often 1 to 3 weeks before the date, so it is worth checking ReserveAmerica directly for openings. If nothing is available for your dates, privately-owned cabins and vacation rentals near Calliham are bookable today as a backup.
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Cabins & vacation rentals near Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
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