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Daingerfield State Park

Daingerfield State Park is a hidden gem in the piney woods of East Texas, renowned for its spectacular fall foliage — one of the best displays in the state. The 80-acre spring-fed lake, surrounded by hardwoods and pines, offers swimming, fishing, and paddling in a setting that feels more like the Ozarks than Texas.

58 campsites|East Texas|4 hr 30 min from Austin|$4/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Full Hookup

$20/night*

30 sites

Water, sewer, electric (back-in)RV OK

Full Hookup

$25/night*

10 sites

Water, sewer, electric (pull-through)RV OK

Water Only

$10/night*

18 sites

Water only - tent sites in the Cedar Ridge areaTent OK

Cabin

$85/night*

3 sites

Bathroom, kitchen (microwave, refrigerator, two-burner stove), A/C and heat; sleeps 4-6. Bring your own linens, towels, and cooking utensils

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Guide to Daingerfield State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Book the full-hookup sites in the Big Pine area first - they go fastest and offer the easiest setup near the lake
For Privacy:The water-only tent sites in the Cedar Ridge area are quieter and more wooded than the hookup loops
For RVs:The full-hookup back-in and pull-through sites have water, sewer, and electric and suit RVs of all sizes

When to Go

October through November for fall color. Spring weekends are also popular. Summer is warm but the lake makes it comfortable.

Tips

  • →Visit in late October to early November for peak fall color
  • →Rent a canoe to see the fall foliage from the water — spectacular
  • →The CCC stonework is worth exploring — built in the 1930s
  • →Book early for fall weekends — they sell out months ahead

Highlights

Best fall foliage in Texas (late October - November)80-acre spring-fed lakeCCC-built stone dam and structuresCanoe and kayak rentals2.5 miles of hiking trailsExcellent bass fishing

Daingerfield State Park — Frequently Asked

Is Daingerfield State Park hard to book?+

Yes — Daingerfield State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. October through November for fall color. Spring weekends are also popular. Summer is warm but the lake makes it comfortable. Using a campsite alert service like Camp.land to catch cancellations is the most reliable way to get a site when it appears sold out.

How many campsites does Daingerfield State Park have?+

Daingerfield State Park has 58 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water Only, Cabin. Sites start at $10/night plus a $4/person entrance fee.

What is the entrance fee at Daingerfield State Park?+

The entrance fee at Daingerfield State Park is $4 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 Daingerfield State Park?+

Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Daingerfield State Park, popular weekends sell out within minutes of the booking window opening. If your dates are already showing as full, set a Camp.land alert at camp.land/pricing?park=daingerfield — cancellations happen regularly.

How can I get a last-minute campsite at Daingerfield State Park?+

The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Daingerfield State Park is to monitor for cancellations. Camp.land (camp.land) scans every 10 minutes and emails you the moment a site opens up, with a direct booking link. Cancellations are most common 1–3 weeks before the reservation date.

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