Lake Arrowhead State Park — Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about camping at Lake Arrowhead State Park. Updated for 2026.
How much does it cost to camp at Lake Arrowhead State Park?
Campsites at Lake Arrowhead State Park range from $12 to $20 per night, plus a $4/person daily entrance fee. Water + Electric (Lakefront): $20/night. Water Only (Mesquite): $15/night. Tent Only (Prairie View): $12/night.
How far in advance can I book Lake Arrowhead State Park?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For popular weekends at Lake Arrowhead State Park, you'll want to book the moment the window opens — at midnight, exactly 5 months before your arrival date. Midweek stays are much easier to find.
How many campsites does Lake Arrowhead State Park have?
Lake Arrowhead State Park has 48 total sites. 20 Water + Electric sites in the Lakefront loop, 14 Water Only sites in the Mesquite loop, 14 Tent Only sites in the Prairie View loop.
What's the best campsite at Lake Arrowhead State Park?
It depends on what you're looking for. For Families: Sites 1-20 (Lakefront) — water/electric, close to beach and prairie dog town. For Privacy: Sites 35-48 (Prairie View) — more spacious tent sites. For RVs: Sites 1-20 — pull-through pads with water/electric.
What should I bring to Lake Arrowhead State Park?
Essentials: tent or RV (depending on site type), sleeping bags, cooler with ice, firewood (can't collect wood in most Texas parks), sunscreen, bug spray, water bottles, and headlamps. Wichita Falls (15 minutes) has good restaurants and supplies
When is the best time to visit Lake Arrowhead State Park?
April through October. Generally easy to book — the remote location keeps it from getting overcrowded.
What if Lake Arrowhead State Park is sold out?
Use Camp.land to set a free availability alert. We scan official booking systems every 5 minutes and notify you the instant a cancellation happens. People cancel all the time — especially midweek. You can also try walk-up sites on the day of arrival, but availability isn't guaranteed.
Does Lake Arrowhead State Park have shelters?
Lake Arrowhead State Park doesn't have traditional cabins, but offers Water + Electric, Water Only, Tent Only camping options.
Can I bring an RV to Lake Arrowhead State Park?
Yes. Water + Electric (Lakefront): max 20 sites, Water, 30-amp Electric. Water Only (Mesquite): max 14 sites, Water. Check equipment length limits for your specific RV.
How far is Lake Arrowhead State Park from Austin?
Lake Arrowhead State Park is about 4 hr from downtown Austin. Located near Wichita Falls, TX in the North Texas region.
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