Palmetto State Park Camping
in November

🌡️ 50-70°F● high crowds🏕️ 40 campsites🚗 1 hr 15 min from Austin

Booking Palmetto State Park in November

November is a high-crowd month at Palmetto State Park. Fall foliage peaks — set alerts now. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for November dates, that window opens in June. Popular weekends disappear within minutes of the booking window opening. Your best bet is setting a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations.

What to Expect in November

Temperatures run 50-70°F at Palmetto State Park in November. 50-70°F_ADVICE

Best activities: hiking, birdwatching, fall foliage.

Park Highlights

  • Tropical dwarf palmetto landscape
  • San Marcos River swimming hole
  • Artesian wells with warm mineral water

Tips for November

  • 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 November?

November sees high crowds at Palmetto State Park. Fall foliage peaks — set alerts now.

When do reservations open for November?

Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For November, the booking window opens in June. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.

What should I pack for November camping?

For November at Palmetto State Park (50-70°F): 50-70°F_ADVICE

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November at a Glance

Weather
50-70°F
Crowds
High
Campsites
40
Activities
hiking