Cleburne State Park

Cleburne State Park is a popular DFW-area escape featuring a spring-fed lake, limestone bluffs, and rolling prairie. Cedar Hollow Lake provides swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating, while the 5-mile trail system winds through varied terrain. A great option for families south of Fort Worth.

58 campsites|North Texas / DFW|2 hr 45 min from Austin|$5/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Water + Electric

$25/night

Lakeview Loop · Sites 1-25 · 25 sites

Water, 30/50-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Water Only

$20/night

Prairie View Loop · Sites 26-44 · 19 sites

WaterRV OKTent OK

Walk-in Tent

$15/night

Cedar Ridge Loop · Sites 45-58 · 14 sites

Water nearbyTent OK

Guide to Cleburne State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Sites 1-25 (Lakeview Loop) — water/electric, close to beach and playground

For Privacy:Sites 45-58 (Cedar Ridge) — walk-in tent sites on the bluff

For RVs:Sites 1-25 — level pull-through pads, 30/50-amp electric

When to Go

March through November. Spring and fall weekends sell out quickly due to DFW proximity. Book 3-4 months ahead for weekends.

Tips

→Arrive early on summer weekends — day use parking fills up fast
→No motorized boats on Cedar Hollow Lake — bring kayaks and canoes
→The Limestone Trail offers the best views from the bluff
→Water clarity in the spring-fed lake is excellent for swimming

Highlights

Spring-fed Cedar Hollow LakeSwimming beach and fishing5 miles of hiking and mountain biking trailsScenic limestone bluffsCanoe and kayak rentals (seasonal)Easy access from Fort Worth (45 minutes)

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