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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.
137 campsitesCentral Texas2 hr 15 min from Austin$5/person entrance fee
Short answer
Lake Whitney State Park campsites release on a rolling 5-month window at 8 a.m. Central. Popular dates sell out fast. If your dates are already taken, privately-owned cabins and vacation rentals around Whitney are bookable today.
Getting a site at Lake Whitney State Park
Texas state parks release campsites on a rolling 5-month window at 8 a.m. Central, and Lake Whitney State Park fills up fast for weekends and holidays. Popular dates can be gone within minutes of the window opening. If your dates are already taken, the surest way to lock in a place to stay is a cabin or vacation rental nearby.
Places to stay near Lake Whitney State Park
Limestone bluffs meet the reservoir shore, offering cabins and beach escapes.
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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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Campsite Types
Full Hookup
$24/night*43 sites
Water, sewer, 50-amp electric; picnic table, fire ring with grill; nearby restrooms with showersRV OKTent OK
Water + Electric
$20/night*31 sites
Water and 50-amp electric; picnic table, fire ring with grill; nearby restrooms with showersRV OKTent OK
Water Only
$14/night*63 sites
Water hookup; picnic table, fire ring with grill; nearby restrooms with showersRV OKTent OK
Screened Shelter
$30/night*27 sites
Electricity, interior light, outside water spigot; picnic tables, fire ring with grill; nearby restrooms with showers (no beds, no A/C)
Cabin
$50/night*4 sites
A/C unit, heater, water, picnic table, fire ring with grill; sleeps four on bunk beds (no kitchen, no private bathroom)
Lake Whitney State Park fills up fast — lock in a cabin nearby
Limestone bluffs meet the reservoir shore, offering cabins and beach escapes.
See cabins & rentals near Lake Whitney State Park →We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Guide to Lake Whitney State Park
Best Campsites
For Families:Book the water + electric or full-hookup sites first - they are close to restrooms with showers and accommodate up to 8 people per site, with the swimming beach a short walk away
For Privacy:The water-only campsites are the most basic and tend to be quieter than the hookup loops
For RVs:The full-hookup sites (water, sewer, 50-amp electric) go fastest - reserve them well in advance for summer weekends
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
23,560-acre reservoir on the Brazos RiverSandy swimming beachExcellent striped bass fishingLimestone bluff overlooksAirstrip for fly-in campingBoat ramp and fish cleaning station
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. 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 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, at 8 a.m. Central. For Lake Whitney State Park, popular weekends can sell out within minutes of the window opening, so book the instant it opens. If your dates are already full, a cabin or vacation rental near Whitney is the quickest place to stay you can lock in today.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Lake Whitney State Park?+
Cancellations at Lake Whitney State Park happen regularly, most often 1 to 3 weeks before the date, so it is worth checking ReserveAmerica directly for openings. If nothing is available for your dates, privately-owned cabins and vacation rentals near Whitney are bookable today as a backup.
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Cabins & vacation rentals near Lake Whitney State Park
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