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Fort Richardson State Park

Fort Richardson State Park preserves the northernmost frontier fort in Texas, established in 1867 to protect settlers from Comanche and Kiowa raids. The park combines Civil War-era history with natural beauty along Lost Creek, offering camping, hiking, fishing, and a fascinating restored fort complex.

66 campsites|North Texas|3 hr 45 min from Austin|$4/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Full Hookup

$25/night*

4 sites

Water, sewer, 20/30/50-amp electricRV OKTent OK

Water + Electric

$22/night*

19 sites

Water, 20/30/50-amp electricRV OKTent OK

Water + Electric

$20/night*

18 sites

Water, 20/30-amp electricRV OKTent OK

Water + Electric

$25/night*

14 sites

Water, 20/30/50-amp electric (North Park, near the reservoir)RV OKTent OK

Walk-in Tent

$12/night*

11 sites

Water nearby - overflow tent areaTent OK

Cabin

$45/night*

8 sites

Heating and air-conditioning, bunk beds sleep five; no bathroom (restrooms with showers nearby); no linens provided; full hookups outside

Cabin

$40/night*

3 sites

Heating and air-conditioning, bunk beds sleep five; no bathroom (restrooms nearby); no linens provided; water and 30-amp electric outside

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Guide to Fort Richardson State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Book the full-hookup or water/electric sites first - they're the most comfortable and go fastest, and many are a short walk from the fort and creek
For Privacy:The North Park sites sit about three miles from the main park on Lost Creek Reservoir, near the swimming beach and fishing pier, for a quieter setting away from the historic area
For RVs:The full-hookup sites and the 20/30/50-amp water/electric sites offer the best RV setup; full hookups add a sewer connection

When to Go

March through November. Living history weekends draw extra visitors. Generally easy to get reservations.

Tips

  • →Tour the restored fort buildings — the hospital and bakery are highlights
  • →Check the park calendar for living history and reenactment weekends
  • →The old quarry makes a nice swimming hole in summer
  • →Combine with Possum Kingdom Lake (45 minutes west) for a longer trip

Highlights

Restored 1867 frontier fort buildingsLost Creek fishing (bass and catfish)Living history programs and reenactments5 miles of hiking and equestrian trailsInterpretive exhibits on frontier historyQuarry swimming hole

Fort Richardson State Park — Frequently Asked

Is Fort Richardson State Park hard to book?+

Yes — Fort Richardson State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through November. Living history weekends draw extra visitors. Generally easy to get reservations. 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 Fort Richardson State Park have?+

Fort Richardson State Park has 66 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water + Electric, Walk-in Tent, Cabin. Sites start at $12/night plus a $4/person entrance fee.

What is the entrance fee at Fort Richardson State Park?+

The entrance fee at Fort Richardson 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 Fort Richardson State Park?+

Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Fort Richardson 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=fort-richardson — cancellations happen regularly.

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

The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Fort Richardson 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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