State Parks Near Fate, Texas

6 state park units lie within 50 miles of Fate. The closest is Lake Tawakoni State Park, about 24 mi east of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Lake Tawakoni State Park24 mi east
Within 25 miles
1of 6 within 50 mi
With camping
62 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Fate, nearest first

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

  1. Lake Tawakoni State Park

    24 miles east · Wills Point, Texas · State Park

    Popular activities here are mountain biking, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Water access includes a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.

    1 alert79 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$5 per adult

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  2. Cedar Hill State Park

    41 miles southwest · Cedar Hill, Texas · State Park

    The park supports mountain biking, historic sites, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and a fishing pier.

    1 alert369 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$7 per adult

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  3. Bonham State Park

    44 miles north · Bonham, Texas · State Park

    Visitors come for mountain biking, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. The official site lists about 75 miles of trails. Water access includes a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

    1 alert22 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$4 per adult

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  4. Ray Roberts Lake State Park

    46 miles northwest · Pilot Point, Texas · State Park

    Things to do include horseback riding, mountain biking, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. On the water side, there is a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

    1 alert361 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$7 per adult

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  5. Purtis Creek State Park

    47 miles southeast · Eustace, Texas · State Park

    Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, biking, and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

    1 alert69 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$5 per adult

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  6. Cooper State Park

    50 miles northeast · Cooper, Texas · State Park

    Popular activities here are horseback riding, mountain biking, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

    1 alert132 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating$5 per adult

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Fate

  1. Lake Tawakoni State Park 24 mi east · 79 campsites
  2. Cedar Hill State Park 41 mi southwest · 369 campsites
  3. Bonham State Park 44 mi north · 22 campsites
  4. Ray Roberts Lake State Park 46 mi northwest · 361 campsites
  5. Purtis Creek State Park 47 mi southeast · 69 campsites

+ 1 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Fate

  1. Ray Roberts Lake State Park 46 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Cooper State Park 50 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Fate

  1. Lake Tawakoni State Park 24 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Cedar Hill State Park 41 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Bonham State Park 44 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Ray Roberts Lake State Park 46 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  5. Purtis Creek State Park 47 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area

+ 1 more in the list above

Hiking near Fate

  1. Lake Tawakoni State Park 24 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  2. Cedar Hill State Park 41 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
  3. Bonham State Park 44 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  4. Ray Roberts Lake State Park 46 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
  5. Purtis Creek State Park 47 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed

+ 1 more in the list above

Fishing near Fate

  1. Lake Tawakoni State Park 24 mi east · Fishing listed
  2. Cedar Hill State Park 41 mi southwest · Fishing listed
  3. Bonham State Park 44 mi north · Fishing listed
  4. Ray Roberts Lake State Park 46 mi northwest · Fishing listed
  5. Purtis Creek State Park 47 mi southeast · Fishing listed

+ 1 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Fate

What is the closest state park to Fate?

Lake Tawakoni State Park is the closest, about 24 miles east of Fate in a straight line. Next are Cedar Hill State Park and Bonham State Park.

How many state parks are near Fate?

6 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 Fate have camping?

6 parks list camping, the nearest being Lake Tawakoni State Park, Cedar Hill State Park and Bonham State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Fate?

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

Are there free state parks near Fate?

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.

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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.