Lake Colorado City State Park campground
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Lake Colorado City State Park

Lake Colorado City State Park occupies a stretch of semi-arid West Texas terrain on the shores of a 1,600-acre reservoir. The park offers an uncrowded lakeside camping experience with good fishing and boating, plus native mesquite and juniper habitat that attracts roadrunners and other desert wildlife.

112 campsites|West Texas|4 hr from Austin|$4/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Water + Electric

$20/night*

69 sites

Water, 30/50-amp electric (no sewer)RV OKTent OK

Water + Electric

$22/night*

9 sites

Water, electric, pull-through parking (no sewer)RV OKTent OK

Water Only

$15/night*

34 sites

Water at site, no electric, restrooms with showers nearbyRV OKTent OK

Cabin

$60/night*

11 sites

A/C, ceiling fan, heater, electricity, small refrigerator; no kitchen, no bathroom inside (restrooms with showers nearby); linens not provided

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Guide to Lake Colorado City State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Book a campsite with electricity — the standard water/electric sites are close to restrooms with showers and work well for families
For Privacy:The water-only sites are more basic and tend to be quieter than the electric loops
For RVs:Choose the pull-through electric sites first — they are the easiest to park a rig in and go fastest

When to Go

March through November. Almost never sells out — a great fallback when other parks are full.

Tips

  • Great last-resort option — availability is almost guaranteed
  • The redfish stocking program makes fishing interesting here
  • Bring sun protection — there is almost no natural shade
  • Good overnight stop between Dallas and Big Bend

Highlights

1,600-acre reservoir for boating and fishingUncrowded camping experienceDesert wildlife viewing (roadrunners, javelinas)Good bass and redfish fishingSandy beach areaDark skies for stargazing

Lake Colorado City State Park — Frequently Asked

Is Lake Colorado City State Park hard to book?+

Yes — Lake Colorado City State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through November. Almost never sells out — a great fallback when other parks are full. 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 Colorado City State Park have?+

Lake Colorado City State Park has 112 campsites, including Water + Electric, Water Only, Cabin. Sites start at $15/night plus a $4/person entrance fee.

What is the entrance fee at Lake Colorado City State Park?+

The entrance fee at Lake Colorado City 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 Colorado City State Park?+

Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Lake Colorado City 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-colorado-city — cancellations happen regularly.

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

The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Lake Colorado City 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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