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.

169 campsites|East Texas|2 hr 30 min from Austin|$5/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Full Hookup

$25/night

Raven Hill Loop · Sites 1-49 · 49 sites

Water, Sewer, 30/50-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Water + Electric

$20/night

Coloneh Loop · Sites 50-90 · 41 sites

Water, 20/30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Water + Electric

$20/night

Dogwood Loop · Sites 91-129 · 39 sites

Water, 20/30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Water Only

$15/night

Chinquapin Loop · Sites 130-155 · 26 sites

WaterTent OK

Walk-in Tent

$12/night

Pine Island Loop · Sites 156-169 · 14 sites

Water nearbyTent OK

Cabin

$75/night

Lakeside Loop · Sites C1-C2 · 2 sites

Electric, AC/Heat, Kitchenette

Guide to Huntsville State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Sites 50-90 (Coloneh) — water + electric, close to the lake, playground, and nature center

For Privacy:Sites 130-155 (Chinquapin) — water only, in a quieter loop at the back of the park

For RVs:Sites 1-49 (Raven Hill) — full hookups, pull-through pads, easy access

For Couples:Cabins — two lakeside cabins with AC, kitchenettes, and screened porches

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

Lake Raven — 210-acre lake for canoeing, kayaking, and fishingTall loblolly pine forest — shaded campsites and easy trailsNature center with live animal exhibits20+ miles of hiking and biking trails through piney woodsCanoe and kayak rentals available in the parkTwo cabins available for a more comfortable stay

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