Huntsville State Park
Huntsville State Park is a proper East Texas piney woods experience. The park wraps around Lake Raven, a quiet 210-acre lake that's perfect for canoeing, kayaking, and bank fishing. The campground is large and shaded by tall loblolly pines, the trails are flat and easy, and the whole vibe is relaxed and low-key. It's the kind of park where you can actually read a book by the lake without feeling like you're missing something. Also a great stop if you're road-tripping between Austin and Houston.
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Campsite Types
Full Hookup
$25/night23 sites
Water + Electric
$20/night77 sites
Water Only
$15/night54 sites
Cabin
$60/night2 sites
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Guide to Huntsville State Park
Best Campsites
When to Go
March through October, with spring and fall being the most comfortable. Summers are hot and humid — this is East Texas, after all. Winter camping is pleasant when the pines stay green.
Tips
- →Lake Raven is catch-and-release for largemouth bass — bring your rod even if you're casual
- →The humidity and mosquitoes can be intense in summer — bring repellent and breathable clothing
- →The Chinquapin Trail is a nice easy 3-mile loop — good for a morning walk
- →Huntsville is right off I-45, making this an easy stop between Austin/San Antonio and Houston
- →The Sam Houston statue and museum in town are worth a quick side trip
Highlights
Huntsville State Park — Frequently Asked
Is Huntsville State Park hard to book?+
Yes — Huntsville State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through October, with spring and fall being the most comfortable. Summers are hot and humid — this is East Texas, after all. Winter camping is pleasant when the pines stay green. 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 Huntsville State Park have?+
Huntsville State Park has 154 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water + Electric, Water Only, Cabin. Sites start at $15/night plus a $7/person entrance fee.
What is the entrance fee at Huntsville State Park?+
The entrance fee at Huntsville State Park is $7 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 Huntsville State Park?+
Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Huntsville 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=huntsville — cancellations happen regularly.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Huntsville State Park?+
The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Huntsville 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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