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Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
The South Sulphur Unit of Cooper Lake State Park sits on a wooded peninsula jutting into Cooper Lake. It offers excellent lakefront camping, a scenic swimming beach, and some of the best crappie fishing in northeast Texas. The diverse woodland habitat makes it a terrific birding destination.
119 campsitesNorth Texas4 hr from Austin$5/person entrance fee
Short answer
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit campsites release on a rolling 5-month window at 8 a.m. Central. Popular dates sell out fast. If your dates are already taken, privately-owned cabins and vacation rentals around Sulphur Springs are bookable today.
Getting a site at Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Texas state parks release campsites on a rolling 5-month window at 8 a.m. Central, and Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit fills up fast for weekends and holidays. Popular dates can be gone within minutes of the window opening. If your dates are already taken, the surest way to lock in a place to stay is a cabin or vacation rental nearby.
Places to stay near Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Wooded peninsula cabins and beach cottages await near the sandy shores and fishing grounds.
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Texas state parks don’t have live cancellation alerts yet — but most sold-out sites free up 1–2 weeks before the date. We’ll email you the booking playbook (exact release times, the cancellation window, how to pounce) and tell you first if live Texas alerts launch.
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Campsite Types
Water + Electric
$30/night*42 sites
Water, 50-amp electricRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$25/night*31 sites
Water, 30-amp electricRV OKTent OK
Walk-in Tent
$15/night*15 sites
Water spigot shared (one per four sites) - no electricTent OK
Water + Electric
$25/night*9 sites
Water, 30-amp electric, equestrian (tether cable, concrete pad)RV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$50/night*3 sites
Double site, water, 30-amp electric (up to 16 people)RV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$60/night*1 sites
Double site, water, 50-amp electric (up to 16 people)RV OKTent OK
Cabin
$125/night*14 sites
A/C and heat, electricity, kitchen (microwave, fridge, stovetop, sink), full bathroom with shower, one bedroom with two double beds
Cabin
$60/night*4 sites
A/C and heat, electric outlets, microwave and mini-fridge, bunk beds (sleeps 5); no bathroom - restrooms with showers nearby
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit fills up fast — lock in a cabin nearby
Wooded peninsula cabins and beach cottages await near the sandy shores and fishing grounds.
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Guide to Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Best Campsites
For Families:The 50-amp electric sites are the most popular for families - book these first as they fill fastest
For Privacy:The walk-in water sites in the Oak Grove area offer the most solitude away from the RV loops
For RVs:The 50-amp electric sites suit larger rigs; double sites are available for big groups
When to Go
April through October. Spring crappie season draws anglers. Summer weekends fill up but midweek is usually available.
Tips
- →Spring crappie fishing here is some of the best in Texas
- →The peninsula trail offers great sunrise views over the lake
- →Pack a swimsuit — the beach is excellent for kids
- →Bring firewood or buy at the park store (seasonal)
Highlights
Wooded peninsula with lakefront sitesSandy swimming beachOutstanding crappie and bass fishingGreat birding (over 200 species)5 miles of hiking trailsBoat ramp and fishing pier
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit — Frequently Asked
Is Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit hard to book?+
Yes. Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. April through October. Spring crappie season draws anglers. Summer weekends fill up but midweek is usually available. If your dates are already full, book direct on ReserveAmerica the moment the 5-month window opens, or reserve a cabin or vacation rental nearby that you can book today.
How many campsites does Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit have?+
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit has 119 campsites, including Water + Electric, Walk-in Tent, Cabin. Sites start at $15/night plus a $5/person entrance fee.
What is the entrance fee at Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit?+
The entrance fee at Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit is $5 per person per day. A Texas State Parks Pass ($70/year) waives entrance fees for you and all passengers in your vehicle.
How far in advance should I book Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit?+
Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance, at 8 a.m. Central. For Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit, popular weekends can sell out within minutes of the window opening, so book the instant it opens. If your dates are already full, a cabin or vacation rental near Sulphur Springs is the quickest place to stay you can lock in today.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit?+
Cancellations at Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit happen regularly, most often 1 to 3 weeks before the date, so it is worth checking ReserveAmerica directly for openings. If nothing is available for your dates, privately-owned cabins and vacation rentals near Sulphur Springs are bookable today as a backup.
Parks Near Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Cabins & vacation rentals near Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
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