Palmetto State Park Camping
in May
Booking Palmetto State Park in May
May is a medium-crowd month at Palmetto State Park. Weekdays easy, weekends filling fast. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for May dates, that window opens in December. You have more flexibility, but holiday weekends and popular sites fill quickly. An alert is your insurance policy.
What to Expect in May
Temperatures run 75-95°F at Palmetto State Park in May. 75-95°F_ADVICE
Best activities: swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking.
Park Highlights
- ✓Tropical dwarf palmetto landscape
- ✓San Marcos River swimming hole
- ✓Artesian wells with warm mineral water
Tips for May
- →The San Marcos River swimming hole is the best feature — bring towels and swimsuits
- →Walk the Ottine Swamp trail for a unique ecosytem experience
Common Questions
Is Palmetto State Park crowded in May?
May sees medium crowds at Palmetto State Park. Weekdays easy, weekends filling fast.
When do reservations open for May?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For May, the booking window opens in December. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.
What should I pack for May camping?
For May at Palmetto State Park (75-95°F): 75-95°F_ADVICE
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May at a Glance
- Weather
- 75-95°F
- Crowds
- Medium
- Campsites
- 40
- Activities
- swimming