Lake Whitney State Park
Lake Whitney State Park sits on the eastern shore of Lake Whitney, a 23,560-acre reservoir on the Brazos River. The park features limestone bluffs, a swimming beach, and excellent striped bass and white bass fishing. Its central location between Austin, Dallas, and Waco makes it a popular weekend destination.
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Campsite Types
Full Hookup
$24/night*43 sites
Water + Electric
$20/night*31 sites
Water Only
$14/night*63 sites
Screened Shelter
$30/night*27 sites
Cabin
$50/night*4 sites
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Guide to Lake Whitney State Park
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When to Go
March through October. Spring white bass runs draw big crowds. Summer weekends require advance booking.
Tips
- →Spring white bass run (February-April) is legendary on Lake Whitney
- →The swimming beach is excellent for families
- →You can actually fly in and camp — there is a small grass airstrip in the park
- →The limestone bluffs at sunset are worth hiking to
Highlights
Lake Whitney State Park — Frequently Asked
Is Lake Whitney State Park hard to book?+
Yes — Lake Whitney State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through October. Spring white bass runs draw big crowds. Summer weekends require advance booking. 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 Whitney State Park have?+
Lake Whitney State Park has 137 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water + Electric, Water Only, Screened Shelter, Cabin. Sites start at $14/night plus a $5/person entrance fee.
What is the entrance fee at Lake Whitney State Park?+
The entrance fee at Lake Whitney 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 Whitney State Park?+
Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Lake Whitney 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-whitney — cancellations happen regularly.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Lake Whitney State Park?+
The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Lake Whitney 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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