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Illustrative landscape
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park provides a recreational oasis in the brush country near Laredo on the Mexican border. The 1,650-acre reservoir offers year-round fishing, swimming, and boating in a subtropical climate. The park serves as a major recreation area for the Laredo community and visiting winter Texans.
Campsites
66 campsites
Region
South Texas
Guide rate from
$18/night*
Entrance
$4/person
Short answer
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife.
Texas Parks and Wildlife reservation guidance · Checked 2026-09-07.
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Campsite types
*Guide prices only. Confirm current rates when booking.
Full Hookup
$21/night*11 sites
Water, sewer, electricRV OK
Water + Electric
$18/night*55 sites
Water, electricRV OKTent OK
Book directly with the park
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife. Confirm current inventory, rates, fees, and seasonal details on the official booking site.
Texas state parks don’t have live cancellation alerts yet — but most sold-out sites free up 1–2 weeks before the date. We’ll email you the booking playbook (exact release times, the cancellation window, how to pounce) and tell you first if live Texas alerts launch.
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Location & trip guide
Laredo, Texas
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park is in South Texas, about 3 hr 45 min from Austin. Use the official booking provider for current arrival directions and access details.
Get directions ↗Best campsites
For Families:Book the water-and-electric sites first - there are plenty of them and they sit near the restrooms with showers, beach, and playground
For Privacy:Sites farther from the swim area and day-use facilities tend to be quieter, especially midweek
For RVs:Grab one of the 11 full-hookup sites first - they have sewer and go fastest with winter Texans
When to Go
October through April. Winter is prime season due to warm temperatures. Summer is extremely hot (105°F+).
Tips
- →Best visited in fall, winter, or spring — summer heat is extreme
- →Good base for exploring Laredo and the border area
- →The lake is stocked regularly — catfish and bass fishing is solid
- →Pack extra water and sunscreen — shade is limited
Highlights
Year-round fishing on 1,650-acre lakeSwimming beach with bathhouseSubtropical borderland ecologyTennis courts and basketball courtsBoat ramp accessWarm winters attract snowbirds
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park — Frequently Asked
Is Lake Casa Blanca International State Park hard to book?+
Yes. Lake Casa Blanca International State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. October through April. Winter is prime season due to warm temperatures. Summer is extremely hot (105°F+). If your dates are already full, book direct on ReserveAmerica the moment the 5-month window opens, or reserve a cabin or vacation rental nearby that you can book today.
How many campsites does Lake Casa Blanca International State Park have?+
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park has 66 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water + Electric. Published guide rates start at $18/night plus a $4/person entrance fee; confirm current rates when booking.
What is the entrance fee at Lake Casa Blanca International State Park?+
The entrance fee at Lake Casa Blanca International 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 Casa Blanca International State Park?+
Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Lake Casa Blanca International State Park?+
Cancellations at Lake Casa Blanca International State Park happen regularly, most often 1 to 3 weeks before the date, so it is worth checking ReserveAmerica directly for openings. If campsites are full, check cabins and vacation rentals near Laredo for your dates.