Meridian State Park
Meridian State Park is a charming CCC-built park surrounding a 72-acre spring-fed lake in the limestone hills north of Waco. The Bosque River Valley setting, clear lake waters, and dense juniper woodland create an inviting landscape. The park is known for excellent birdwatching, particularly for the endangered golden-cheeked warbler.
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Campsite Types
Full Hookup
$25/night*8 sites
Water + Electric
$20/night*6 sites
Primitive Hike-in
$15/night*8 sites
Cabin
$50/night*3 sites
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Guide to Meridian State Park
Best Campsites
When to Go
March through November. Small campground fills up on spring and fall weekends. Golden-cheeked warblers arrive March-April.
Tips
- →Come in March-April for golden-cheeked warbler sightings
- →The clear spring-fed lake is excellent for swimming
- →The CCC stonework throughout the park is beautiful
- →Small campground — reserve early or come midweek
Highlights
Meridian State Park — Frequently Asked
Is Meridian State Park hard to book?+
Yes — Meridian State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through November. Small campground fills up on spring and fall weekends. Golden-cheeked warblers arrive March-April. 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 Meridian State Park have?+
Meridian State Park has 26 campsites, including Full Hookup, Water + Electric, Primitive Hike-in, Cabin. Sites start at $15/night plus a $5/person entrance fee.
What is the entrance fee at Meridian State Park?+
The entrance fee at Meridian 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 Meridian State Park?+
Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance. For Meridian 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=meridian — cancellations happen regularly.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Meridian State Park?+
The best strategy for last-minute campsites at Meridian 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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