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Illustrative landscape
Lake Tawakoni State Park provides lakefront camping on a 36,700-acre reservoir east of Dallas. The park features 5 miles of shoreline, a sandy swimming beach, and wooded campsites in the Post Oak Belt. It is well-known for catfish and striped bass fishing.
Campsites
78 campsites
Region
North Texas / DFW
Guide rate from
$20/night*
Entrance
$5/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
$24/night*16 sites
Water, sewer, 30/50-amp electric; fire ring, picnic table, restrooms/showers nearbyRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$22/night*16 sites
Water, 30/50-amp electric; fire ring, picnic tableRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$20/night*44 sites
Water, 30-amp electric; outdoor grill, fire ring, picnic table, lantern postRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$24/night*2 sites
Water, 30/50-amp electric; ADA-accessible features, fire ring with raised grillRV 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
Wills Point, Texas
Lake Tawakoni State Park is in North Texas / DFW, about 3 hr 30 min from Austin. Use the official booking provider for current arrival directions and access details.
Get directions ↗Best campsites
For Families:Book the full-hookup or water/electric sites near the swimming beach and showers — they go fastest on summer weekends
For Privacy:The 30-amp water/electric sites in the wooded loop offer more separation than the busier hookup areas
For RVs:Reserve the full-hookup 30/50-amp sites first — they include water, sewer, and electric and fill earliest
When to Go
March through October. Summer weekends fill up due to DFW proximity. The fishing pier draws anglers year-round.
Tips
- →The swimming beach is one of the best at any Texas state park
- →Catfish fishing is excellent — try cut bait near the dam
- →Summer spider webs along the trails can be impressive (and a bit spooky)
- →Book 2-3 months out for weekend camping in spring and fall
Highlights
36,700-acre reservoirSandy swimming beach5 miles of shorelineExcellent catfish and striped bass fishing5 miles of hiking trailsEasy access from Dallas (1 hour)
Lake Tawakoni State Park — Frequently Asked
Is Lake Tawakoni State Park hard to book?+
Yes. Lake Tawakoni 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 DFW proximity. The fishing pier draws anglers year-round. 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 Tawakoni State Park have?+
Lake Tawakoni State Park has 78 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water + Electric. Published guide rates start at $20/night plus a $5/person entrance fee; confirm current rates when booking.
What is the entrance fee at Lake Tawakoni State Park?+
The entrance fee at Lake Tawakoni State Park is $5 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 Tawakoni 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 Tawakoni State Park?+
Cancellations at Lake Tawakoni 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 Wills Point for your dates.