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Illustrative landscape
Fort Boggy State Park is a small, quiet park with a 15-acre lake nestled in the post-oak woodland of Leon County. Perfect for a peaceful getaway with fishing, paddling, and easy hiking. Its location between Austin and Dallas makes it a convenient mid-route stop.
Campsites
10 campsites
Region
East Texas
Guide rate from
$10/night*
Entrance
$3/person
Short answer
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife.
Texas Parks and Wildlife reservation guidance · Checked 2026-09-07.
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Campsite types
*Guide prices only. Confirm current rates when booking.
Primitive Hike-in
$10/night*5 sites
No water or electricity - pack in and pack out; picnic table, fire ring, lantern postTent OK
Cabin
$85/night*5 sites
Air conditioning and heat, microwave, coffee pot, mini-fridge, one queen bed and one bunk bed; restrooms nearby (no kitchen or private bathroom); bring your own linens
Book directly with the park
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife. Confirm current inventory, rates, fees, and seasonal details on the official booking site.
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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Location & trip guide
Centerville, Texas
Fort Boggy State Park is in East Texas, about 2 hr 30 min from Austin. Use the official booking provider for current arrival directions and access details.
Get directions ↗Best campsites
For Families:Book a cabin - each sleeps several with a queen and a bunk bed, plus A/C and heat, and sits close to the lake and restrooms
For Privacy:The primitive hike-in sites (up to a mile from the trailhead) offer the most solitude
For RVs:This park has no RV hookup sites - the only options are hike-in tent camping or cabins
When to Go
March through November. This park rarely sells out, making it a reliable last-minute option.
Tips
- →Great last-minute camping option — almost always has availability
- →The lake is catch-and-release only for bass
- →Good mid-trip stop if driving between Austin and Dallas
- →Bring your own kayak or canoe — no rentals available
Highlights
15-acre fishing lakeQuiet, uncrowded atmosphere3 miles of nature trailsConvenient location between Austin and Dallas (I-45)Kayak and canoe friendly lakeGood birding habitat
Fort Boggy State Park — Frequently Asked
Is Fort Boggy State Park hard to book?+
Yes. Fort Boggy State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through November. This park rarely sells out, making it a reliable last-minute option. 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 Fort Boggy State Park have?+
Fort Boggy State Park has 10 campsites, including Primitive Hike-in, Cabin. Published guide rates start at $10/night plus a $3/person entrance fee; confirm current rates when booking.
What is the entrance fee at Fort Boggy State Park?+
The entrance fee at Fort Boggy State Park is $3 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 Fort Boggy State Park?+
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Fort Boggy State Park?+
Cancellations at Fort Boggy State Park happen regularly, most often 1 to 3 weeks before the date, so it is worth checking ReserveAmerica directly for openings. If campsites are full, check cabins and vacation rentals near Centerville for your dates.