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Lake Arrowhead State Park

Lake Arrowhead State Park offers lakeside camping on a 16,200-acre reservoir near Wichita Falls. The rolling prairie landscape and wide-open skies provide a classic North Texas outdoor experience. A resident prairie dog town and excellent fishing make it a fun family destination.

76 campsites|North Texas|4 hr from Austin|$4/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Water + Electric

$22/night*

48 sites

Water, 50-amp electricRV OKTent OK

Water Only

$12/night*

19 sites

Water nearby, no electricRV OKTent OK

Primitive Hike-in

$10/night*

5 sites

Water and restrooms about 50 yards awayTent OK

Water + Electric

$22/night*

4 sites

Water, 50-amp electric, plus tie rail, corral, and covered stalls for horsesRV OKTent OK

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Guide to Lake Arrowhead State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Book the water and electric sites first - they have 50-amp hookups and are closest to restrooms and showers
For Privacy:The primitive walk-in sites offer the most solitude, a short 50-yard walk from the parking area
For RVs:The water and electric sites with 50-amp service are the best fit for RVs; a few are pull-through

When to Go

April through October. Generally easy to book — the remote location keeps it from getting overcrowded.

Tips

  • Visit the prairie dog town — it is surprisingly entertaining
  • The mountain biking trails here are underrated
  • Bring sun protection — very little shade on the prairie
  • Wichita Falls (15 minutes) has good restaurants and supplies

Highlights

Prairie dog town (kids love it)16,200-acre reservoir for fishing and boatingRolling prairie landscapeMountain biking trailsEquestrian trailsBeach swimming area

Lake Arrowhead State Park — Frequently Asked

Is Lake Arrowhead State Park hard to book?+

Yes — Lake Arrowhead State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. April through October. Generally easy to book — the remote location keeps it from getting overcrowded. 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 Lake Arrowhead State Park have?+

Lake Arrowhead State Park has 76 campsites, including Water + Electric, Water Only, Primitive Hike-in. Sites start at $10/night plus a $4/person entrance fee.

What is the entrance fee at Lake Arrowhead State Park?+

The entrance fee at Lake Arrowhead 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 Lake Arrowhead State Park?+

Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Lake Arrowhead 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=lake-arrowhead — cancellations happen regularly.

How can I get a last-minute campsite at Lake Arrowhead State Park?+

The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Lake Arrowhead 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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