Cleburne State Park — Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about camping at Cleburne State Park. Updated for 2026.
How much does it cost to camp at Cleburne State Park?
Campsites at Cleburne State Park range from $15 to $25 per night, plus a $5/person daily entrance fee. Water + Electric (Lakeview): $25/night. Water Only (Prairie View): $20/night. Walk-in Tent (Cedar Ridge): $15/night.
How far in advance can I book Cleburne State Park?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For popular weekends at Cleburne State Park, you'll want to book the moment the window opens — at midnight, exactly 5 months before your arrival date. Midweek stays are much easier to find.
How many campsites does Cleburne State Park have?
Cleburne State Park has 58 total sites. 25 Water + Electric sites in the Lakeview loop, 19 Water Only sites in the Prairie View loop, 14 Walk-in Tent sites in the Cedar Ridge loop.
What's the best campsite at Cleburne State Park?
It depends on what you're looking for. 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.
What should I bring to Cleburne State Park?
Essentials: tent or RV (depending on site type), sleeping bags, cooler with ice, firewood (can't collect wood in most Texas parks), sunscreen, bug spray, water bottles, and headlamps. Water clarity in the spring-fed lake is excellent for swimming
When is the best time to visit Cleburne State Park?
March through November. Spring and fall weekends sell out quickly due to DFW proximity. Book 3-4 months ahead for weekends.
What if Cleburne State Park is sold out?
Use Camp.land to set a free availability alert. We scan official booking systems every 5 minutes and notify you the instant a cancellation happens. People cancel all the time — especially midweek. You can also try walk-up sites on the day of arrival, but availability isn't guaranteed.
Does Cleburne State Park have shelters?
Cleburne State Park doesn't have traditional cabins, but offers Water + Electric, Water Only, Walk-in Tent camping options.
Can I bring an RV to Cleburne State Park?
Yes. Water + Electric (Lakeview): max 25 sites, Water, 30/50-amp Electric. Water Only (Prairie View): max 19 sites, Water. Check equipment length limits for your specific RV.
How far is Cleburne State Park from Austin?
Cleburne State Park is about 2 hr 45 min from downtown Austin. Located near Cleburne, TX in the North Texas / DFW region.
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