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Lake Livingston State Park
Lake Livingston State Park is a family-friendly East Texas destination on the shores of the 83,000-acre Lake Livingston — one of the largest lakes in the state. The pine-forested park offers swimming, fishing, boating, and horseback riding. Its proximity to Houston makes it a popular weekend getaway.
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Campsite Types
Screened Shelter
$75/nightShelters Loop · Sites Shelters 1-4 · 4 sites
Screened, water nearby
Full Hookup
$25/nightPiney Hill Loop · Sites 50-90 · 41 sites
Water, Sewer, 30/50-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$22/nightLakeview Loop · Sites 1-50 · 50 sites
Water, 30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$20/nightForest Glen Loop · Sites 91-119 · 29 sites
Water, 20-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK
Walk-in Tent
$15/nightPine Forest Loop · Sites 120-150 · 30 sites
Water nearbyTent OK
Guide to Lake Livingston State Park
Best Campsites
For Families:Sites 1-50 (Lakeview) — water/electric, close to pool and playground
For Privacy:Sites 120-150 (Pine Forest) — walk-in tent sites in the pines
For RVs:Sites 50-90 (Piney Hill) — full hookup pull-through sites
When to Go
March through October. Summer weekends fill up due to Houston proximity. Book 2-3 months ahead for weekends.
Tips
- →The white bass run in spring (February-March) is worth planning around
- →Equestrian campsites and trails available — call ahead to reserve
- →The swimming pool is seasonal (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
- →Lake Livingston is massive — bring a boat to access the best fishing
Highlights
83,000-acre lake — one of Texas's largestSwimming pool and wading poolHorseback riding and equestrian trailsExcellent white bass and catfish fishingLarge campground with variety of site types2 hours from Houston
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