Martin Dies, Jr. State Park Camping
in December
Booking Martin Dies, Jr. State Park in December
December is a very low-crowd month at Martin Dies, Jr. State Park. Great for solitude. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for December dates, that window opens in July. Walk-up availability is often possible this month, but setting an alert guarantees you get the best site.
What to Expect in December
Temperatures run 40-58°F at Martin Dies, Jr. State Park in December. 40-58°F_ADVICE
Best activities: hiking, wildlife viewing, stargazing.
Park Highlights
- ✓Big Thicket biological crossroads
- ✓Alligator and wildlife watching
- ✓Cypress-lined sloughs for paddling
Tips for December
- →Paddle the sloughs at dawn for the best wildlife viewing
- →Spring warbler migration brings serious birders from all over
Common Questions
Is Martin Dies, Jr. State Park crowded in December?
December sees very low crowds at Martin Dies, Jr. State Park. Great for solitude.
When do reservations open for December?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For December, the booking window opens in July. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.
What should I pack for December camping?
For December at Martin Dies, Jr. State Park (40-58°F): 40-58°F_ADVICE
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December at a Glance
- Weather
- 40-58°F
- Crowds
- Very Low
- Campsites
- 71
- Activities
- hiking