Inks Lake State Park Camping
in April

🌡️ 65-85°F● high crowds🏕️ 190 campsites🚗 1 hr 15 min from Austin

Booking Inks Lake State Park in April

April is a high-crowd month at Inks Lake State Park. Beautiful weather, busy weekends — book 4-5 months out. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for April dates, that window opens in November. Popular weekends disappear within minutes of the booking window opening. Your best bet is setting a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations.

What to Expect in April

Temperatures run 65-85°F at Inks Lake State Park in April. 65-85°F_ADVICE

Best activities: hiking, swimming, kayaking, wildflower viewing.

Park Highlights

  • Constant lake level — swimming and boating year-round, even in drought
  • Devil's Waterhole — cliff jumping and swimming in a natural granite cove
  • Canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals right in the park

Tips for April

  • Devil's Waterhole is the park's signature spot — get there early on weekends before it gets crowded
  • The lake stays full even during drought — a major advantage over other Highland Lakes parks

Common Questions

Is Inks Lake State Park crowded in April?

April sees high crowds at Inks Lake State Park. Beautiful weather, busy weekends — book 4-5 months out.

When do reservations open for April?

Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For April, the booking window opens in November. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.

What should I pack for April camping?

For April at Inks Lake State Park (65-85°F): 65-85°F_ADVICE

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April at a Glance

Weather
65-85°F
Crowds
High
Campsites
190
Activities
hiking