Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit Camping
in October
Booking Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit in October
October is a very high-crowd month at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit. Best weather — October weekends sell out in minutes. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for October dates, that window opens in May. 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 October
Temperatures run 60-80°F at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit in October. 60-80°F_ADVICE
Best activities: hiking, fall foliage viewing, photography.
Park Highlights
- ✓Excellent bass and catfish fishing on Choke Canyon Reservoir
- ✓Abundant wildlife including alligators and javelinas
- ✓Waterfront campsites with reservoir views
Tips for October
- →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 October?
October sees very high crowds at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit. Best weather — October weekends sell out in minutes.
When do reservations open for October?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For October, the booking window opens in May. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.
What should I pack for October camping?
For October at Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit (60-80°F): 60-80°F_ADVICE
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October at a Glance
- Weather
- 60-80°F
- Crowds
- Very High
- Campsites
- 40
- Activities
- hiking