State Parks Near Austin, Texas

9 state park units lie within 50 miles of Austin. The closest is McKinney Falls State Park, about 8 mi south of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
McKinney Falls State Park8 mi south
Within 25 miles
1of 9 within 50 mi
With camping
86 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Austin, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Austin; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. McKinney Falls State Park

    8 miles south · Austin, Texas · State Park

    2 alerts81 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishing$6 per adult

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  2. Pedernales Falls State Park

    30 miles west · Johnson City, Texas · State Park

    2 alerts69 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$6 per day

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  3. Bastrop State Park

    31 miles southeast · Bastrop, Texas · State Park

    2 alerts76 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishing$5 per adult

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  4. Lockhart State Park

    31 miles south · Lockhart, Texas · State Park

    2 alerts20 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishing$3 per adult

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  5. Buescher State Park

    40 miles southeast · Smithville, Texas · State Park

    2 alerts57 campsitesCabins/lodgingHikingFishingBoating$5 per adult

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  6. Blanco State Park

    42 miles west · Blanco, Texas · State Park

    1 alertDay-use reservation needed at times29 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$5 per adult

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  7. Longhorn Cavern State Park

    44 miles northwest · Burnet, Texas · State Park

    1 alertHiking

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  8. Inks Lake State Park

    48 miles northwest · Burnet, Texas · State Park

    2 alerts169 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$7 per adult

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  9. Palmetto State Park

    50 miles south · Gonzales, Texas · State Park

    2 alerts36 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$3 per adult

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Austin

  1. McKinney Falls State Park 8 mi south · 81 campsites
  2. Pedernales Falls State Park 30 mi west · 69 campsites
  3. Bastrop State Park 31 mi southeast · 76 campsites
  4. Lockhart State Park 31 mi south · 20 campsites
  5. Buescher State Park 40 mi southeast · 57 campsites

+ 3 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Austin

  1. McKinney Falls State Park 8 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Bastrop State Park 31 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Buescher State Park 40 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  4. Blanco State Park 42 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
  5. Inks Lake State Park 48 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays

+ 1 more in the list above

Swimming near Austin

  1. McKinney Falls State Park 8 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Pedernales Falls State Park 30 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Bastrop State Park 31 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Lockhart State Park 31 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
  5. Blanco State Park 42 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area

+ 2 more in the list above

Hiking near Austin

  1. McKinney Falls State Park 8 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  2. Pedernales Falls State Park 30 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  3. Bastrop State Park 31 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  4. Lockhart State Park 31 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  5. Buescher State Park 40 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed

+ 4 more in the list above

Fishing near Austin

  1. McKinney Falls State Park 8 mi south · Fishing listed
  2. Pedernales Falls State Park 30 mi west · Fishing listed
  3. Bastrop State Park 31 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  4. Lockhart State Park 31 mi south · Fishing listed
  5. Buescher State Park 40 mi southeast · Fishing listed

+ 3 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Austin

What is the closest state park to Austin?

McKinney Falls State Park is the closest, about 8 miles south of Austin in a straight line. Next are Pedernales Falls State Park and Bastrop State Park.

How many state parks are near Austin?

9 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Austin have camping?

8 parks list camping, the nearest being McKinney Falls State Park, Pedernales Falls State Park and Bastrop State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Austin?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Austin?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.