Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit Camping
in March

🌡️ 60-80°F● very high crowds🏕️ 45 campsites🚗 2 hr 45 min from Austin

Booking Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit in March

March is a very high-crowd month at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit. Spring break + bluebonnets = hardest month to book. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for March dates, that window opens in October. 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 March

Temperatures run 60-80°F at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit in March. 60-80°F_ADVICE

Best activities: wildflower photography, hiking, spring wildlife viewing.

Park Highlights

  • Swimming pool (seasonal)
  • Screened shelters available
  • Reservoir fishing and boating access

Tips for March

  • Reserve screened shelters for summer visits — the AC is a lifesaver
  • Bring binoculars — this is one of the best birding parks in South Texas

Common Questions

Is Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit crowded in March?

March sees very high crowds at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit. Spring break + bluebonnets = hardest month to book.

When do reservations open for March?

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

What should I pack for March camping?

For March at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit (60-80°F): 60-80°F_ADVICE

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March at a Glance

Weather
60-80°F
Crowds
Very High
Campsites
45
Activities
wildflower photography