Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit Camping
in May

🌡️ 70-88°F● medium crowds🏕️ 52 campsites🚗 3 hr 30 min from Austin

Booking Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit in May

May is a medium-crowd month at Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit. Great weather before summer heat. 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 70-88°F at Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit in May. 70-88°F_ADVICE

Best activities: swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking.

Park Highlights

  • Quieter alternative to Isle du Bois
  • Lakefront camping on Ray Roberts Lake
  • Equestrian campsites and trails

Tips for May

  • If Isle du Bois is sold out, check Johnson Branch — it is usually less crowded
  • Bring your horse — the equestrian trails here are excellent

Common Questions

Is Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit crowded in May?

May sees medium crowds at Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit. Great weather before summer heat.

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 Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit (70-88°F): 70-88°F_ADVICE

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May at a Glance

Weather
70-88°F
Crowds
Medium
Campsites
52
Activities
swimming