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
Full Hookup
$25/night*75 sites
Water + Electric
$18/night*52 sites
Water Only
$14/night*16 sites
Screened Shelter
$35/night*10 sites
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Guide to Lake Livingston State Park
Best Campsites
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
Lake Livingston State Park — Frequently Asked
Is Lake Livingston State Park hard to book?+
Yes — Lake Livingston State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through October. Summer weekends fill up due to Houston proximity. Book 2-3 months ahead for weekends. 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 Livingston State Park have?+
Lake Livingston State Park has 143 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water + Electric, Water Only, Screened Shelter. Sites start at $14/night plus a $6/person entrance fee.
What is the entrance fee at Lake Livingston State Park?+
The entrance fee at Lake Livingston State Park is $6 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 Livingston State Park?+
Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Lake Livingston 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-livingston — cancellations happen regularly.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Lake Livingston State Park?+
The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Lake Livingston 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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