Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit Camping
in April

🌡️ 65-85°F● high crowds🏕️ 40 campsites🚗 2 hr 30 min from Austin

Booking Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit in April

April is a high-crowd month at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit. Beautiful weather, busy weekends — book 4-5 months out. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for April dates, that window opens in November. Popular weekends disappear within minutes of the booking window opening. Your best bet is setting a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations.

What to Expect in April

Temperatures run 65-85°F at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit in April. 65-85°F_ADVICE

Best activities: hiking, swimming, kayaking, wildflower viewing.

Park Highlights

  • Excellent bass and catfish fishing on Choke Canyon Reservoir
  • Abundant wildlife including alligators and javelinas
  • Waterfront campsites with reservoir views

Tips for April

  • Keep an eye out for alligators near the water — they are active here
  • Bring plenty of insect repellent — mosquitoes are fierce near the reservoir

Common Questions

Is Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit crowded in April?

April sees high crowds at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit. Beautiful weather, busy weekends — book 4-5 months out.

When do reservations open for April?

Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For April, the booking window opens in November. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.

What should I pack for April camping?

For April at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit (65-85°F): 65-85°F_ADVICE

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April at a Glance

Weather
65-85°F
Crowds
High
Campsites
40
Activities
hiking