Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit

The South Shore Unit of Choke Canyon State Park provides a more developed camping experience on the reservoir's south side. With screened shelters, full hookup sites, and a swimming pool, it is a comfortable base for fishing and wildlife watching in the South Texas brush country.

45 campsites|South Texas|2 hr 45 min from Austin|$5/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Full Hookup

$25/night

Main Loop · Sites 1-20 · 20 sites

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

Water + Electric

$20/night

Reservoir View Loop · Sites 21-35 · 15 sites

Water, 30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Tent Only

$15/night

South Brush Loop · Sites 36-45 · 10 sites

Water nearbyTent OK

Guide to Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit

Best Campsites

For Families:Screened shelters — AC, beds, and close to the pool

For Privacy:Sites 30-45 (South Brush) — tent sites with more spacing

For RVs:Sites 1-20 — full hookup pull-through pads

When to Go

October through April. Summer heat keeps crowds down. The swimming pool helps in summer but temperatures still top 100°F regularly.

Tips

→Reserve screened shelters for summer visits — the AC is a lifesaver
→Bring binoculars — this is one of the best birding parks in South Texas
→The swimming pool is open Memorial Day through Labor Day
→Water levels on the reservoir vary — check conditions before planning boat trips

Highlights

Swimming pool (seasonal)Screened shelters availableReservoir fishing and boating accessBirding hotspot (over 200 species recorded)Playground and recreation hallMore developed facilities than Calliham Unit

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